COVID-19 mRNA-1273 Noninferior to BNT162b2 Vaccine After Third Dose in Immunosuppressed
Researchers examined antibody responses among immunosuppressed patients following receipt of a third dose of either the mRNA-1273 or BNT162b2 vaccine.
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Lung Transplant Safe, Effective for COVID-19-Related End-Stage Lung Disease
Researchers assessed the characteristics and outcomes of patients having lung transplantation for COVID-19-related end-stage lung disease.
Kidney Transplant Outcomes Similar for Undocumented Immigrants, US residents
The finding is from a study conducted in California, where all individuals currently have access to a kidney transplant, regardless of immigration status.
FDA to Review Letermovir for CMV Disease Prevention in Kidney Transplant Recipients
Letermovir is currently marketed under the brand name Prevymis for prophylaxis of CMV infection and disease in adult CMV-seropositive recipients of an allogeneic HSCT.
Fecal Microbiota Transplantation Effective Option for Pediatric C difficile Infection
Investigators conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis to assess the safety and efficacy of fecal microbiota transplantation for C difficile infection in pediatric patients.
Weekend Admissions Increase Death Risk in Hospitalized ESKD Population
An analysis of US data revealed that patients with end-stage kidney disease admitted to a hospital on a weekend vs a weekday are 8% more likely to die in the hospital.
Revised Policy Set to Improve Kidney Transplant Waitlist Time for Black Candidates
The OPTN policy revision may increase some Black kidney candidates’ total waiting time, which is a major factor in their transplant priority for organ offers.
Transplant Outcomes Mixed After New Kidney Allocation System Implemented
Kidney transplantation access increased for some groups, but so did the kidney discard rate.
Hepatitis C Guideline Updated for Chronic Kidney Disease Population
The update reflects advances in hepatitis C management, such as antiviral therapy, increased use of hepatitis C kidney grafts, and treatment of glomerular diseases associated with the virus.
COVID-19 Vaccines Reduce Risk of Severe Outcomes in CKD
Vaccination decreased the risk for COVID-related hospitalization and death, according to a retrospective study.
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