Kidney Paired Donation in Developing Countries: a Global Perspective

Purpose of ReviewWe review the key principles of kidney paired donation (KPD) and discuss the status and unique considerations for KPD in developing countries.Recent FindingsDespite the advantages of KPD programs, they remain rare among developing nations, and the programs that exist have many differences with those of in developed countries. There is a paucity of literature and lack of published data on KPD from most of the developing nations. Expanding KPD programs may require the adoption of features and innovations of successful KPD programs. Cooperation with national and international societies should be encouraged to ensure endorsement and sharing of best practices.SummaryKPD is in the initial stages or has not yet started in the majority of the emerging nations. But the logistics and strategies required to implement KPD in developing nations differ from other parts of the world. By learning from the KPD experience in developing countries and adapting to their unique needs, it should be possible to expand access to KPD to allow more transplants to happen for patients in need worldwide.

Automated summary

The review highlights the key principles of kidney paired donation (KPD) and addresses the challenges and differences in implementing KPD programs in developing countries compared to developed countries. Limited literature and data on KPD from developing nations reflect its rarity in these regions. Learning from experiences in developing countries and adapting to their unique needs can help expand access to KPD globally.