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UNOS statement on kidney continuous distribution policy in development

UNOS statement on kidney continuous distribution policy in development

Mar 16, 2023 | Equity, Kidney/pancreas, News

The OPTN Kidney Transplantation Committee intends for both prior and future living donors to receive the same level of priority for a deceased donor organ in the new framework as they receive in the current allocation system.

National webinar for kidney transplant professionals provides education on OPTN policy action on eGFR waiting time modifications

National webinar for kidney transplant professionals provides education on OPTN policy action on eGFR waiting time modifications

Mar 3, 2023 | Get involved, Kidney/pancreas, News

All programs must comply with the action by Jan. 3, 2024.

UNOS statement on kidney continuous distribution policy in development

Implementation notice: KPD policy updates

Feb 1, 2023 | Kidney/pancreas, News, Policy changes

The changes impact all KPD programs, including the OPTN Kidney Paired Donation Pilot Program (KPDPP).

Implementation notice: CPRA calculation change

Implementation notice: CPRA calculation change

Jan 26, 2023 | Equity, Histocompatibility, Kidney/pancreas, News, UNet℠ system changes

CPRA >98% signatures must be entered in Waitlist for the candidate to receive additional allocation priority.

Predictive analytics tool now available to all kidney programs

Predictive analytics tool now available to all kidney programs

Jan 18, 2023 | Kidney/pancreas, News, Technology, UNet℠ system changes

Innovative new technology helps transplant hospitals make the right match for their patients

UNOS statement on kidney continuous distribution policy in development

Available now: Predictive analytics for adult kidney offers

Jan 18, 2023 | Kidney/pancreas, News, Technology, Transplant hospital, UNet℠ system changes

The predictive analytics tool seeks to show the likely impacts for a candidate if their current offer is refused, based on relevant historical data for similar candidates.

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