All Novartis transplantation-related studies carried out in any country should be conducted in accordance with these principles: n Free, uncoerced and informed consent of the organ donor and recipient n No payment for organ donation n Clear evidence that the physician responsible for the care of the potential transplant recipient is not the same physician who ascertains the death of the potential organ donor n Adherence to Good Clinical Practice and to these principles must be fully documented and is subject to audit by the sponsor and related health authorities In regions where the procurement of donor organs does not fully meet these standards, we are seeking to engage local authorities to ensure that the standards are adopted and observed.