New lung allocation policy approved
Unanimous approval reflects broad support and participation.
National Heart Review Board for Pediatrics is now live
The NHRB was created to improve quality and consistency in evaluation of exceptions for pediatric heart candidates.
Lower respiratory testing of all potential lung donors for SARS-CoV-2 now required
Policy is intended to address patient safety.
National Heart Review Board for Pediatrics launches June 15
The NHRB was created to improve quality and consistency in evaluation of exceptions for pediatric heart candidates.
Thoracic Committee Dissolved July 1; Heart and Lung Committees begin new work
This change allows for the OPTN to be more representative and responsive to the community’s needs, which will in turn help patients.
Implementation system notice: Modification of the lung recipient TRF
Effective June 30, 2020, new data elements are being captured within the graft function section of the Transplant Recipient Follow-up form (TRF).