Blood type B candidates transplanted faster with non-A1/non-A1B kidneys
August 18, 2017
The number of these types of transplants is still small, and relatively few transplant candidates are reported as eligible compared to the number estimated to qualify.
Staff Changes at STA
August 16, 2017
Larry Sickles has been named director of tissue recovery services at Southwest Transplant Alliance (STA). In this position, he will be responsible for the development of tissue operations and for cultivating relationships with tissue partners in STA’s Donation Service Area. Previously, he served as STA’s director of logistical operations, where he directed the complex series […]
Modeling results available for liver proposal
August 11, 2017
The SRTR has released an initial set of liver simulation modeling results relating to the current public comment proposal to enhance liver distribution.
Simultaneous liver-kidney allocation (SLK) policy changes now in effect
August 10, 2017
This change created medical eligibility criteria for adult candidates seeking both a liver and a kidney, which means you now have to document and report new information.
Reminder: multiple guidance documents and resources are available
August 8, 2017
You may not be aware that multiple guidance documents were recently approved by the OPTN/UNOS Board of Directors at its June meeting and are now available on the OPTN website.
New membership application forms in effect September 1
July 27, 2017
The federal Office of Management and Budget (OMB) recently approved the most recent versions of all OPTN membership applications.
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