Skyrocketing drug overdose deaths are adding to the supply of transplantable organs. Contrary to the beliefs of many—and their designation as “high risk” donors–these are often high-quality organs from youthful people. Even organs carrying disease that never would have been acceptable before are now able to be used if recipients accept them.
Guest Information:
- Dr. Michael Porayko, Chief of Hepatology and Professor of Medicine, Vanderbilt University Medical Center
- Dr. David Klassen, Chief Medical Officer, United Network for Organ Sharing
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