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  • Immunology
  • Vaccinology
  • Transplant Medicine

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  • Organ transplantation requires careful management of immune status.
  • Vaccinations are essential for preventing infections in immunocompromised transplant recipients.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review current evidence on recommended vaccines for organ transplant candidates and recipients.
  • To highlight updated vaccination guidelines and emerging vaccine technologies.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of recent studies on vaccine efficacy and safety in transplant populations.
  • Analysis of current recommendations from major transplant and infectious disease societies.

Main Results:

  • Influenza vaccine immunogenicity is influenced by time post-transplant, immunosuppression (e.g., mycophenolate mofetil), and transplant type.
  • Updated guidelines recommend conjugated pneumococcal vaccine followed by polysaccharide vaccine for enhanced serotype coverage.
  • Human papillomavirus vaccine is advised, though immunogenicity may be suboptimal. Quadrivalent meningococcal conjugate vaccine is indicated in specific situations (e.g., eculizumab therapy).
  • Live vaccines are generally contraindicated, but safety data for Varicella vaccine are increasing. Pre-transplant Herpes Zoster vaccination utility is under investigation. Novel vaccines for zoster and cytomegalovirus are in development.

Conclusions:

  • Vaccination is a critical component of both pre-transplant evaluation and long-term management of organ transplant recipients.
  • Adherence to updated vaccination schedules optimizes protection against preventable infections in this vulnerable population.