Wait Time Modifications for Black Transplant Candidates Affected by Race-Based Kidney Function Estimation

The authors aimed to evaluate the impact of the 2023 OPTN wait time modification policy on kidney transplant rates among Black candidates in the U.S., who were previously disadvantaged by race-based kidney function estimations. The study found that the policy implementation was associated with an increase in transplant rates for Black candidates, particularly among those on dialysis, suggesting that addressing race-based disparities in medical practices can improve equity in kidney transplantation.