What is post-renal transplant erythrocytosis?

Hematocrit > 51% lasting > 1 month post transplantation (usually develops within the first year post transplant). Occurs in 10%-15% of renal transplant recipients and is usually self-limiting. Most common after kidney transplant, but may also occur after other types of transplant, including hematopoietic stem cell transplantation. Learn more here.