Much ink has been spilled about kidney transplantation. Many books have
been written on the subject and examined it from multiple aspects like
the medical and scientific viewpoints, the ethical, legal, and
psychological standpoints, or the policy perspectives. However, unlike
previous manuscripts that focused on a particular facet or feature and
researched it profoundly, this book's uniqueness is inherent in its
all-encompassing nature. The novelty of this book is expressed in its
comprehensiveness. It looks at kidney transplantation and donation from
a bird's-eye view to give the reader a complete and inclusive
description. This book might not be as thorough or exhaustive as
previous works; nevertheless, it tackles different aspects of kidney
transplantation and donation and provides the reader with a broad view
of the subject. To name a few, the interested reader will gain knowledge
about tissue typing, system analysis, organ allocation policies and
strategies, and ethical, legal, and policy issues. The book has an
appeal to clinicians and the lay public alike. Though it discusses
medical terms, point-system policies, or mathematical models, it
presents a clear and readable version that guides the expert and the
layman through the realm of organ transplantation. The book starts with
illustrating the background, the problems, and the technical terms to
engage the reader with the complex field of organ transplantation. After
the readers are familiar with transplantation's cornerstones, the book
delves into specific issues like allocation policies and alternative
proposals, vulnerable populations, community preferences, and balancing
equity and efficiency. Eventually, the book comes full circle and
suggests possible strategies to increase deceased donors' supply and
use. In conclusion, the book demonstrates the importance of organ
transplantation policies and the need for revision and improvement
without being cumbersome and tedious.
