Briefing: Removing race from kidney function algorithm helped more Black patients access transplants
Strategic angle: A significant change in the eGFR algorithm led to increased kidney transplant opportunities for Black patients.
Editorial Staff
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Updated 4 months ago
5.3 more kidney transplants per 1000 Black candidates.
Change aimed at reducing racial disparities in healthcare.
Study published in STAT highlights the impact of algorithm adjustments.