Transmission of Hepatitis C Virus by Organ Transplantation

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Authors

Brian J.G. Pereira · New England Organ Bank

Edgar L. Milford · New England Organ Bank

Robert L. Kirkman · New England Organ Bank

Andrew S. Levey · New England Organ Bank

Abstract

Organ transplantation can transmit hepatitis C. This raises serious questions about the continued acceptance of organs from donors positive for anti-HCV.

Topics & Keywords

Hepatitis C virus research Hepatitis B Virus Studies Liver Disease Diagnosis and Treatment

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: New England Journal of Medicine

Volume 325, Issue 7, pp. 454-460

DOI: 10.1056/nejm199108153250702

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