The need for organs for transplantation is growing, as is the incidence of people affected by cancer. Many cancer patients will be cured of their disease and might be eligible for organ transplantation. There is always a possibility for donor-transmitted cancer, and this is a potentially lethal condition. In this review, the factors that determine the eligibility of cancer patients as organ donors are discussed.
(BELG J MED ONCOL 2024;18(7):268–270)
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