Nine Years Without Organ Transplants: 90% of Patients at Risk
As of February 26, 2026, Venezuela’s organ and tissue procurement system remains suspended after nine years, leaving 90% of patients in need of a transplant without access to life-saving procedures. This prolonged suspension impacts individuals requiring transplants who do not have a compatible, healthy, related donor.
The lack of a functioning procurement system means that those in the country needing a transplant and lacking a suitable living donor are effectively excluded from receiving one. Organ transplantation is a critical medical intervention for individuals with end-stage organ failure, and the absence of this service represents a significant public health crisis.
Meanwhile, Chiesi España SAU is supporting initiatives to improve the quality of life for transplant patients through the ‘Becas IMPULSO en el campo de Trasplante’ (IMPULSO Scholarships in the field of Transplantation). These scholarships aim to fund projects that enhance patient care and support, recognizing the contributions of healthcare professionals in the transplant field.
The IMPULSO scholarships will be awarded based on recommendations from a Scientific Committee comprised of members from various scientific societies, patient associations, and non-governmental organizations. Representatives from Chiesi España SAU will participate in the adjudication process, but will not have voting rights, according to information from the program. The program’s focus on improving quality of life highlights the importance of comprehensive care for transplant recipients and their families.
