Liver transplant survival rates lower in black than white pediatric patients
Friday, December 6, 2013 - 15:01
in Health & Medicine
Novel research reveals racial and socioeconomic disparities among pediatric liver transplant patients. Findings indicate that graft and patient survival was higher in white children than minorities. Studies show that over the last 30 years pediatric patient survival, at one year following liver transplant, is 90% compared to 70% prior to 1980. Experts suggest that as survival rates improve, understanding racial and socioeconomic differences in pediatric populations are important factors to consider.