The use of virologically compromised organs in liver transplantation |
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Authors: | Rodriguez-Luna Hector Arenas Juan Vargas Hugo E |
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Institution: | Mayo Clinic Scottsdale, Mayo Clinic Hospital, 5777 E. Mayo Boulevard, Phoenix, AZ 85054, USA. |
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Abstract: | The present organ donor crisis has led to accepted use of organs from donors infected with hepatitis C virus (HCV) and hepatitis B virus (HBV). Although capable of transmitting disease, these grafts offer opportunities to expand the donor pool for certain populations. Anti-HBc positive grafts can be used if care is taken to provide prophylaxis. Good quality grafts from HCV+ donors may be used in recipients who are themselves HCV+ with good outcomes. |
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