Changes to HLA and unacceptable antigen options will go into effect Aug. 30, as well as changes to the equivalences used for HLA matching and screening of unacceptable antigens between candidates and donors.
Transplant hospitals are able to take immediate action to benefit a select population of Black candidates impacted by race-inclusive eGFR calculations.
Four exclusion criteria in OPTN Policy 14.4.E have been updated to align with current research and guidelines as well as ensure consistency throughout OPTN policy language.
Professional education on this policy change is now available in UNOS Connect. These policy changes take effect July 26.
On Sept. 27, UNOS will launch the first in a series of enhancements to the visual design and workflows in Waitlist.
Aimed at increasing equity, a report on new allocation policy shows increases in transplant among key populations.