RESUMEN
A technique using an isolated ileal segment stripped of its mucosal layer and approximated to the partially decapsulated kidney is presented in an effort to effect a transfer of blood supply to the kidney parenchyma. Preliminary results indicate that a transfer of blood supply to the kidney may be accomplished by this method. The most satisfactory revascularization was effected where a need has been established by experimentally induced ischemia of the kidney through subtotal occlusion of the renal artery; and there is renographic and histologic evidence of an additional blood supply from the demucosalized ileal graft to the renal parenchyma. Further investigation is under way to determine the value of this study in reconstituting kidney function, to obviate renal ischemia, and its effect in relieving hypertension. (Conclusion)