Abstract
Novel metrics of heart and lean body mass may outperform weight in predicting post-transplant mortality, but limiting donor acceptance may increase waitlist mortality. Donor and Recipient Size Matching in Heart Transplantation With Predicted Heart and Lean Body MassSeminars in Thoracic and Cardiovascular SurgeryVol. 34Issue 1PreviewDonor and recipient size matching during heart transplant can be assessed using weight or predicted heart mass (PHM) ratios. We developed sex-specific allomteric equations for PHM and predicted lean body mass (PLBM) using the United Kingdom Biobank (UKB) and evaluated their predictive value in the United Network of Organ Sharing database. Donor and recipient size matching was based on weight, PHM and PLBM ratios. PHM was calculated using the Multiethnic Study of Atherosclerosis and UKB equations. Full-Text PDF
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