Overcoming size disparity in liver transplant access: prioritizing smaller donors for smaller candidates

Association of Body Surface Area With Access to Deceased Donor Liver Transplant and Novel Allocation Policies – JAMA Surgery (free for a limited period)

Invited Commentary: Addressing Size-Based Disparities in Liver Transplant – JAMA Surgery (free for a limited period)

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In this study, liver waitlist candidates with the smallest body surface areas had a disadvantage due to size. Prioritizing allocation of smaller liver donors to smaller candidates may help overcome this disparity. https://t.co/p5F76Hgzm0

— JAMA Surgery (@JAMASurgery) March 30, 2023