In focus
Analyzing the impact of transplant policy and system modifications in response to the COVID-19 pandemic
Data reveals the community’s continued commitment to provide the best care to their patients.
Analysis of DCD heart donation on organ yield
Research shows that DCD heart donation does not impact the recovery and transplantation of other organs
CARE tool visualizes organ acceptance and refusal
Center Acceptance and Refusal Evaluation (CARE) Report allows transplant centers to see all of the offers they accept as well as all those they refuse.
Metrics measuring the success of the OPTN
Updated weekly, new OPTN metrics dashboard provides comprehensive information about donation and transplant trends.
OPOs and transplant hospitals can now track organs in transit
The UNOS Organ Tracking Service provides peace of mind for organ donor families, OPOs and transplant hospitals.
U.S. leads world in rates of deceased donors, key transplant categories
International data ranks U.S. highest in rates of deceased donors and kidney, liver and lung transplants.
HOPE Act impact continues at five-year milestone
More than 220 transplants have been performed to date through the HOPE Act.
LifeShare of Oklahoma increases DCD donor recovery during COVID-19
DCD recoveries are up across the country as OPOs build effective practices.
Using registries to improve outcomes and transplant management
UNOS builds and hosts registries enabling OPOs and transplant centers to address issues such as treatment, payment, quality improvement, benchmarking and clinical research.
Preserving candidate wait time during temporary inactivation due to COVID-19
Altering organ acceptance criteria protects candidates at risk of COVID-19 from losing accrued wait time.
OPO testing of deceased donors for COVID-19 ensures patient safety
Recent report shows 100 percent COVID-19 donor testing by OPOs.
Center effects greatly affect kidney access disparity
Research shows center effects are the top driver of kidney access disparities, but DSA effects still remain