REVIEW: MANAGEMENT OF PATIENTS WITH KIDNEY TRANSPLANTATION DURING THE GLOBAL PANDEMIC COVID-19: SITUATION IN UZBEKISTAN

Abstract

The current epidemic situation of COVID-19 in the whole world is at full blast now, and although the acquisition knowledge is increasing rapidly, there are many unknowns for the community in general and particularly for the transplant patients. Just like times of war, the challenges of the coronavirus crisis change our views in almost any aspect.
Transplant patients and those with end-stage organ failure are in a particular vulnerable position. Elective surgeries including live donor transplant procedures have paused in many countries. Exchanging of knowledge is a critical component of the present crisis. Responses, experiences, and outcomes have been different around the world as different countries and regions experience different impacts and different rates of infection and death. Sharing how others have coped in practice will assist in planning and managing this most stressful and challenging situation for patients and health workers alike.
However, it is imperative to anticipate the potential impact on the transplant population to avoid serious consequences. The recommendations may change as we learn more about the infection. This report is designed to assist in understanding the approaches taken in other countries and different phases of the epidemic.