Benjamin R Hanisch, Monica I Ardura, Inci Yildirim, Mignon McCulloch, Marian G Michaels, Anita Verma
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Abstract
Background: Toxoplasma gondii can cause opportunistic infections leading to life-threatening disseminated disease after organ transplantation. However, there is a paucity of pediatric-specific data to guide recommendations for the prevention of toxoplasmosis after solid organ transplantation.
Methods: To assess current practices, international pediatric transplant providers were surveyed.
Results: Considerable variability in both screening and prophylaxis strategies was found across centers and organ types, with heart transplant programs performing more screening and prophylaxis. Trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole was the preferred prophylaxis agent for each graft; no toxoplasmosis cases were recalled while patients received prophylaxis.
Conclusion: More research is needed to clarify and standardize the optimal toxoplasmosis prevention strategy.
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The aim of Pediatric Transplantation is to publish original articles of the highest quality on clinical experience and basic research in transplantation of tissues and solid organs in infants, children and adolescents. The journal seeks to disseminate the latest information widely to all individuals involved in kidney, liver, heart, lung, intestine and stem cell (bone-marrow) transplantation. In addition, the journal publishes focused reviews on topics relevant to pediatric transplantation as well as timely editorial comment on controversial issues.
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