Evaluating US Multiple Listing Practices in Lung Transplantation: Unveiling Hidden Disparities.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Multiple listing (ML) is a practice used to increase the potential for transplant but is controversial due to concerns that it disproportionately benefits patients with greater access to health care resources.

Research question

Is there disparity in ML practices based on social deprivation in the United States and does ML lead to quicker time to transplant?

Study design and methods

A retrospective cohort study of adult (≥ 18 years of age) lung transplant candidates listed for transplant (2005-2018) was conducted. Exclusion criteria included heart only or heart and lung transplant and patients relisted during the observation period. Data were obtained from the United Network for Organ Sharing Standard Transplant Analysis and Research File. The first exposure

SUBMITTER: Moneme AN 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11638548 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature