Final answer:
A decrease in kidney transplant wait times would improve patient outcomes by reducing the strain on transplant lists and hospital resources, thanks in part to new medical technologies and treatments.
Step-by-step explanation:
The reduction in the 3-4 year delay for a kidney transplant would likely generate a significant decrease in patient wait times, an improvement in patient outcomes, and a reduction in the general pressure on transplant lists. Advancements such as the implantable kidney that has been given fast-track approval by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for testing, and cutting-edge techniques in organ "printing", as discussed by Dr. Anthony Atala at the TED Conference, are expected to alleviate the shortage of donated kidneys.
Moreover, innovations like the use of mesenchymal stem cells in surgery have shown promise in reducing instances of acute kidney injury, length of hospital stays, and readmissions after surgery.