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Area of Science:

  • Nephrology
  • Transplantation Surgery
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Living donor (LD) kidney transplantation is the optimal treatment for end-stage kidney disease.
  • Low live donation rates (8-18%) necessitate understanding barriers to donation.
  • This study focuses on reasons for potential donor withdrawal in a live kidney donor program.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the outcomes of a live kidney donor program.
  • To identify the primary reasons for potential donor dropout.
  • To inform strategies for improving donor retention and successful transplantation.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective single-center study of potential kidney donors from January 2016 to December 2020.
  • Analysis of donor assessment data, including reasons for withdrawal.
  • Evaluation of donor-recipient characteristics and transplant outcomes.

Main Results:

  • 395 potential donors were assessed; 131 were approved, and 239 (60.5%) dropped out.
  • 104 (28.1%) recipients received a living kidney transplant, with 24 via kidney paired exchange.
  • Top dropout reasons included medical/surgical/psychological contraindications and voluntary withdrawal; spouse relationship and ABO incompatibility were not significant factors.

Conclusions:

  • The program achieved a relatively high successful live donation rate, potentially due to cross-over transplantation.
  • Early targeted education and support are crucial for better donor engagement and reduced early dropout.
  • Addressing donor concerns proactively can enhance the success of live kidney donation programs.