Autosomal-dominant polycystic kidney disease as a risk factor for diabetes mellitus following renal transplantation

In our study patients with ADPKD were at a threefold increased risk for development of posttransplant diabetes mellitus within the first year following renal transplantation. Development of posttransplant diabetes mellitus was associated with a significant detrimental impact on patient survival. Further studies are needed to provide insight into the mechanisms of the association between ADPKD and posttransplant diabetes mellitus.