Kidney transplantation (KTx) is the best treatment alternative for patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD)[1]; however, there are many barriers to obtaining a KTx worldwide. One of the main barriers is the scarcity of kidney grafts from cadaveric donors.[2] Furthermore, in many Latin American countries, organ donation rates (from brain death donors) have stabilized during the last decade and do not meet the social needs for KTx.[3] Specifically, in Colombia, organ donation rates have not grown despite some recent legislative initiatives (implementation of opt-out organ donation system)[4] and there are still no protocols and regulations for donation after cardiac death. Currently, it is estimated that approximately 3000 people on the waiting list for KTx.[5]