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Use of Organs from SARS-CoV-2 Infected Donors: Is It Safe? A Contemporary Review.

Vivek B KuteVidya A FleetwoodHari Shankar MeshramAlexis GuenetteKrista L Lentine
Published in: Current transplantation reports (2021)
Available reports suggest that transplantation from COVID-19 donors may be feasible and safe, at least in short term follow-up. Nevertheless, there is a need for standardized testing and management protocols which should be tailored for available resources. While increased availability of COVID-19 vaccinations will mitigate risks of donor-derived COVID-19 and simplify management, continued vigilance is warranted during the ongoing public health emergency.
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