Liver transplantation in the era of model for end‐stage liver disease
- 18 February 2004
- journal article
- review article
- Published by Wiley in Liver International
- Vol. 24 (1) , 1-8
- https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1478-3231.2004.00888.x
Abstract
Liver transplantation is challenged by organ shortage and prolonged waiting list time. The goal of the ideal organ allocation system is to transplant individuals least likely to survive without a liver transplantation, and maintain appropriate rates of postoperative survival. Currently, liver allocation in the United States is based on the model for end-stage liver disease (MELD). Studies have shown MELD to be objective and accurate in predicting short-term survival in patients with cirrhosis.Keywords
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