Pediatric Transplantation: An International Perspective

Abdominal solid organ transplantation has revolutionized the life of children with end stage organ failure. The international practice of transplant in the pediatric population is heterogeneous. Global trends in pediatric transplant activity are increasing, with diffusion of transplant activities into developing and emerging economies. The organization of deceased donor programs varies internationally (with strong association to a country ′s gross domestic product (GDP) per capita and health spending).
Source: Seminars in Pediatric Surgery - Category: Pediatrics Authors: Source Type: research