WCN25-1083 The Role of Donor Factors and Procurement Kidney Biopsy Findings in Predicting Deceased Donor Renal Transplant Outcomes

Kidney transplantation is undeniably a life-saving treatment for patients with end-stage renal disease, requiring renal replacement therapy. However, the demand for kidneys far exceeds the available supply, leading to a significant paucity of organs. To address this shortage, Deceased Donor Renal Transplant (DDRT) programs have been established to increase the availability of kidneys for transplantation. KDPI >85%, previously designated as expanded criteria donor (ECD) kidneys, are offered to patients who have consented to accept a non-ideal renal allograft, thereby increasing access to earlier kidney transplantation.