Survival trends in heart transplant patients supported on ECMO and IABP: A 10-year UNOS database analysis.

ABSTRACT: The United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS) heart transplant allocation policy was changed in 2018. This study examines the impact of the change in UNOS heart transplant allocation policy on the use of temporary mechanical circulatory support (MCS) devices and post-transplant survival. The analysis included a total of 26,481 patients listed and transplanted between January 2013 and June 2022. The results showed a decrease in waiting time for transplant after the policy change, indicating a successful reduction in waitlist time for high-priority status patients. However, the length of hospital stays from transplant to discharge increased following the policy change. The study also found an increase in the frequency of ECMO and IABP use both at the time of listing and at the time of transpla

SUBMITTER: Echieh CP 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11367637 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature