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Successful pathways to liver transplant for undocumented immigrants
Stanley Kerznerman1, Laura Ford1, Mara Kuns2
1Department of Social Work, The Mount Sinai Hospital, New York, New York, USA.
Summary
Undocumented immigrants face significant barriers to liver transplantation (LT). Mount Sinai Hospital successfully performed 16 liver transplants for undocumented immigrants, demonstrating equitable access to lifesaving care.
Area of Science:
- Medical research
- Transplant surgery
- Health equity
Background:
- Liver transplantation (LT) poses unique challenges for undocumented immigrants.
- Despite policy changes by the United Network for Organ Sharing, this population remains marginalized.
- Mount Sinai Hospital's Recanati Miller Transplant Institute has experience with LT for undocumented immigrants.
Purpose of the Study:
- To share the experience of evaluating, caring for, and transplanting undocumented immigrants.
- To highlight the mission of ensuring equitable access to lifesaving medical treatment for this population.
Main Methods:
- Review of 16 cases of liver transplantation in undocumented immigrants since 2013.
- Description of the evaluation and care protocols used.
- Analysis of successful outcomes.
Main Results:
- Successful outcomes were achieved in 16 liver transplant cases involving undocumented immigrants.
- The Recanati Miller Transplant Institute has established protocols for this patient group.
Conclusions:
- Successful liver transplantation is achievable for undocumented immigrants.
- Equitable access to transplant care for marginalized populations is critical and feasible.
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