First E-STAR annual report offers unprecedented view of early access to kidney transplantation
The Regenstrief Institute has released the first E-STAR annual report, which analyzes the early stages of the kidney transplant process, such as referral and evaluation. The report aims to identify systemic barriers that prevent patients from reaching the transplant waiting list.
Why it matters
Addressing delays in the pre-transplant phase is essential for improving survival rates and quality of life for the hundreds of thousands of Americans suffering from end-stage kidney disease.
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Add as preferred source Credit: Ivan Babydov from Pexels Chronic kidney disease affects millions of Americans, and more than 800,000 people in the United States are living with end-stage kidney disease. While kidney transplantation is widely recognized as the preferred treatment for eligible patients, offering longer survival and improved quality of life, many remain on dialysis because of organ shortages and barriers that limit access to all steps in the process of receiving a transplant.
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