HHS issues final rule expanding access to kidney and liver transplants for people with HIV

The Department of Health and Human Services announced on November 26th, final rule Expands access to kidney and liver transplants for people living with HIV by removing clinical research requirements. Specifically, this rule implements a provision under the HIV Organ Policy Equity Act that eliminates the need for clinical research and institutional review board approval for kidney and liver transplants between an HIV-infected donor and an HIV-infected recipient. is. The change is based on research showing the safety and effectiveness of such transplants, HHS said. The final rule goes into effect on November 27th.

In parallel with the final rule, the National Institutes of Health Notice issued Public comment is being sought in a 15-day comment period on proposed revisions to the HOPE Act's research standards for transplants of other organs, including hearts, lungs, and pancreas.