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HLA eplet matching is a novel approach to define acceptable HLA mismatches for transplant recipients. We performed an eplet analysis of three different transplant case‐series to determine if the available software programs gave accurate results. Eplet analysis was performed for three different transplant case‐series typed by NGS for all HLA class I and II loci. The three different HLA datasets were entered into both the HLAMatchmaker program (v2.1) and OLI Fusion MatchMaker (v4.2) software tools. Eplet results which were discordant were cross referenced against eplet registry and published HLA allele sequence data to determine the correct assignments. The comparison reveals that there was poor concordance between the two eplet programs. Analysis of the same donor/recipient pair often gave rise to different total eplet scores, incorrect eplet mismatches and antibody verification status, and both programs have eplets assigned to incorrect HLA alleles. Overall, the OLI Fusion MatchMaker eplet tool gave more accurate and useful eplet results. Eplet matching is still primarily a research tool. Before eplet matching can enter routine clinical practice further work is required to validate the accuracy of available eplet software programs. Incorrect eplet assignment could have serious adverse consequences in the clinical transplant setting.

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Levels of awareness of aphasia in the Balkans are low and variably associated with age, gender, socio-economic and educational levels. Respondents with some knowledge of aphasia gained it through personal or professional interaction with aphasia or the media. The data provide a basis for awareness raising in Balkan countries to reduce stigmatization, improve community access and understanding. Implications for rehabilitation Awareness of aphasia is low universally, even among healthcare workers. Low public awareness of a condition, like aphasia, results in under-funded research and service provision. In order to raise public awareness of aphasia we need to know how many members of the general public know about it. Improvements in public awareness could positively affect funding, the quality of services, and the public understanding and acceptance of individuals with aphasia in the community. Improving awareness of aphasia in those who come into contact with aphasic people, like healthcare workers, could significantly improve the healthcare experience of people with aphasia and their families.