Epidemiological Study and Seropositivity in Viral Panel Testing Among Corneal Tissue Donors
The study highlights a predominantly male donor profile with a mean age of 56.34 years and emphasizes cardiogenic shock as a leading cause of death. The notably higher seropositivity rate of 8.6% for various viral infections compared to international reports indicates a need for improved health interventions and screening processes. The focus on cardiovascular and respiratory causes of death underscores regional health issues affecting donation patterns. To address the organ and tissue donation shortfall, it is crucial to enhance coordination within donation teams and increase public awareness, given the significant gap in donation rates compared to leading countries.
Authors
- Irene García Hernández
- Karen Alonso Aguiñiga
- Jesus Adrian Diaz Ugalde
- José Manuel García Romero
- Nemi Isabel Pérez Peña
- Luis Enrique Sanchez García
- Floricel Olimpia Villegas Amador
- Daniela Esperanza Tolentino Pérez
- Alberto Montoya Vázquez
- Lilia Yolanda Ochoa Cisneros
Institutions
- Autonomous University of Queretaro (MX)
- Mexican Social Security Institute (MX)
- Instituto Mexicano de Oftalmología IAP (MX)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Cureus
- Published
- 2024-09-19
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.69728
- Citations
- 1
- Primary Topic
- Retinal and Optic Conditions
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.54