Evidence-based evolution of the MELD/PELD liver allocation policy

Russell H. Wiesner

doi:10.1002/lt.20362

Evidence-based evolution of the MELD/PELD liver allocation policy

Russell H. Wiesner

Gastroenterology and Hepatology

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Abstract

In summary, we believe that it is important that the liver allocation policy continue to evolve based on objective data using an evidence-based approach. Ultimately, the goal is to reduce waiting list mortality, maximize long-term outcomes, and optimize the use of our scarce donor organ resource.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	261-263
Number of pages	3
Journal	Liver Transplantation
Volume	11
Issue number	3
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1002/lt.20362
State	Published - Mar 2005

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Surgery
Hepatology
Transplantation

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