"Variations in Organ Transplant Prioritization Criteria Among Medical Centers"
The process of evaluating patients for organ transplants involves not only medical criteria but also social factors such as support network strength, financial resources, and caregiver availability, leading to variability in the evaluation process across different transplant centers. Critics argue that these social factors disproportionately impact patients, particularly those of low socioeconomic status, and may exacerbate structural disparities in access to transplants. Efforts are being made to create a more data-driven and equitable approach to transplant listing through initiatives like the Consortium for the Holistic Assessment of Risk in Transplant.