The alternative Iranian model of living renal transplantation

Kidney Int. 2012 Sep;82(6):625-6. doi: 10.1038/ki.2012.247.

Abstract

The experience of the Iranian model should be carefully considered by those who suggest a pilot trial of a regulated market in organ sales. Mahdavi-Mazdeh's candid report makes clear that a fixed price as the basis of regulation is not possible. Iran is proceeding with an independent program of deceased organ donation in cities such as Shiraz. Mahdavi-Mazdeh's report is encouraging for the prospect of a revitalized expansion of deceased donation.

Publication types

  • Comment

MeSH terms

  • Health Services Accessibility / organization & administration*
  • Healthcare Disparities / organization & administration*
  • Humans
  • Kidney Failure, Chronic / surgery*
  • Kidney Transplantation*
  • Living Donors / supply & distribution*
  • Models, Organizational*
  • Tissue and Organ Procurement / organization & administration*