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U.S. Approves HIV-Positive Organ Transplants for Kidneys and Livers

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has implemented a new rule allowing kidney and liver transplants between HIV-positive donors and recipients without the need for clinical research studies. This change, based on evidence of safety and efficacy, aims to reduce wait times and expand access to organ transplants for people with HIV. The rule follows the 2013 HOPE Act, which initially permitted such transplants under research conditions, and reflects advancements in HIV treatment and transplant safety.

via CNN International|

#health #health-policy #hiv

healthcare1 year ago•1 min saved

"Controversy Surrounds Houston Surgeon's Alleged Manipulation of Transplant Programs"

A surgeon at Memorial Hermann hospital in Houston, Dr. J. Steve Bynon Jr., is being investigated for allegedly manipulating transplant databases to make some patients ineligible for liver transplants. The hospital recently suspended its liver and kidney transplant programs, and there are ongoing discussions about the contract between the insurance company Blue Cross, Blue Shield and Memorial Hermann caregivers.

via KPRC Click2Houston|

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health1 year ago•1 min saved

"Controversy Surrounds Texas Surgeon and Hospital's Liver and Kidney Transplant Programs"

Dr. J. Steve Bynon Jr., a prominent Texas transplant surgeon, is under investigation for allegedly manipulating a government database to make some of his patients ineligible for liver transplants at Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center in Houston. The hospital abruptly shut down its liver and kidney transplant programs while looking into the allegations, and officials have identified Dr. Bynon as the physician who may have denied patients transplants by changing records.

via The New York Times|

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health2 years ago•8 min saved

"Rising Trend: Alcohol-Related Liver Transplants on the Rise for Women and Younger Adults in Colorado"

The pandemic has accelerated a shift in the demographics of patients needing liver transplants in Colorado, with more women and people under 40 showing up in need of transplants due to alcohol-related liver failure. Alcohol-related deaths in Colorado rose significantly during the pandemic, and the state ranks as one of the worst for deaths due to drinking. The increase in alcohol-related liver disease follows a spike in liquor purchases early in the pandemic, and prevention is emphasized as a key factor in addressing this issue. While transplants can extend lives, prevention remains crucial, as the effects of heavy drinking can be severe and irreversible.

via The Denver Post|

#alcohol-consumption #alcohol-related-liver-disease #colorado

health2 years ago•1 min saved

"Rising Alcohol-Related Liver Declines in Denver"

Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Medical Center in Denver is experiencing a surge in liver transplants, largely due to an increase in alcohol-related liver disease, particularly among younger patients in their 20s and 30s. Dr. Tom Heffron, the director of liver transplant, notes that around 80% of their patients have alcohol involvement, and the center is anticipating a doubling of liver transplants this year. He emphasizes the importance of recognizing signs of liver disease and seeking help, as early intervention is crucial.

via FOX 31 Denver|

health2 years ago•5 min saved

Pandemic Drinking Spurs Surge in Liver Disease and Transplants

Excessive drinking during the COVID-19 pandemic has led to a surge in alcohol-associated liver disease, resulting in an increased need for liver transplants. Transplant centers across the United States are reporting a higher number of patients requiring liver transplants due to alcohol-related liver disease compared to pre-pandemic levels. The demographics of patients needing transplants have also shifted, with younger individuals in their 20s and 30s, as well as more women, now requiring transplants. Doctors attribute the increase in alcohol use to pandemic-related stress, isolation, and changes in drinking culture. However, the stigma surrounding alcohol-associated liver disease remains a barrier to seeking help, and doctors emphasize the importance of reducing stigma and providing support for patients in need.

via ABC News|

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