Implementation of an Approach to Equitable Allocation of SARS-CoV-2 Monoclonal Antibodies for Preexposure Prophylaxis: Experience From a Single Medical Center
Keith W Hamilton,
Elvis Hua,
Lauren Dutcher
et al.
Abstract:Background
During the COVID-19 pandemic, SARS-CoV-2 monoclonal antibodies for pre-exposure prophylaxis (SMA-PrEP) offered immunocompromised patients another option for protection. However, SMA-PrEP also posed administrative, operational, and ethical challenges for healthcare facilities, resulting in few patients receiving them. Although the first SMA-PrEP medication, tixagevimab and cilgavimab, had its authorization revoked due to compromised in vitro efficacy, new SMA-PrEP medications are cu… Show more
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