Pneumocystis pneumonia outbreak among renal transplant recipients at a North American transplant center: Risk factors and implications for infection control
PCP infection can occur late after renal transplant, despite initial post-transplant prophylaxis.
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Reduced renal function and lymphopenia are likely risk factors for PCP infection in RTR's.
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Ambulatory care clinics and phlebotomy labs are potential site for human-to-human transmission of PCP.
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Respiratory infection control measures should be a priority in ambulatory health care settings to prevent PCP outbreaks.
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