Donor Matching and Organ Allocation in Liver Transplantation: Ethical and Clinical Considerations
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: Liver transplantation is a life-saving procedure for patients with end-stage liver disease. Given the scarcity of donor organs, the processes of donor matching and organ allocation are critical to ensure equitable and effective use of available resources. This paper explores the ethical principles and clinical considerations underpinning liver transplantation, focusing on donor-recipient matching, allocation algorithms, and the integration of emerging technologies.
Author: Onyebuchi, Chinua
Institution: Royal College of Physicians of Ireland
Language: English
Subfield: Surgery
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W7081143112
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