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  • Transplantation Immunology
  • Medical Research

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  • Heart transplantation is the optimal treatment for end-stage heart failure, enhancing survival and quality of life.
  • Primary graft dysfunction (PGD) is the leading cause of early mortality and morbidity post-heart transplant, despite advancements.
  • Rising PGD incidence may stem from improved recognition or evolving transplant practices, with donation after circulatory death organs posing additional risks.

Approach:

  • This review synthesizes current knowledge on PGD pathophysiology, risk factors, and management strategies.
  • It examines the role of organ preservation and transport in PGD prevention.
  • Evidence for modifiable risk factors and current interventions for PGD is summarized.

Key Points:

  • Understanding PGD pathophysiology is crucial for optimizing donor and recipient management.
  • Donation after circulatory death (DCD) organ utilization may increase PGD risk.
  • Advanced organ preservation techniques and transport systems show promise in PGD mitigation.

Conclusions:

  • Further research, including international collaboration for deep phenotyping and advanced risk prediction models, is essential.
  • Developing robust PGD risk prediction models can help reduce early mortality in heart transplant recipients.
  • Improved management of PGD is critical for enhancing long-term outcomes in heart transplantation.