Since the publication of the first two novel reports demonstrating the feasibility of using Hepatitis C virus nucleic acid test positive (HCV NAT+) organs into negative recipients1,2 , evidence regarding… Click to show full abstract
Since the publication of the first two novel reports demonstrating the feasibility of using Hepatitis C virus nucleic acid test positive (HCV NAT+) organs into negative recipients1,2 , evidence regarding the safety of using HCV NAT+ organs have been mounting. However, the wide implementation of such a practice hinges on the ability to ensure timely delivery of direct acting antiviral (DAA) therapy after transplantation. To date, DAA coverage by third party payers for acute HCV infection cannot be guaranteed.
               
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