National collaborative focusing on organ offer acceptance to launch at the end of January 2023
January 17, 2023
More than 80 transplant programs are participating in the project; a virtual option for the in-person kickoff event is available to the entire community.
UNOS launches first national liver paired donation pilot program
January 13, 2023
The UNOS LPD pilot program aims to increase the number of living liver donations.
2022 organ transplants again set annual records
January 10, 2023
Total kidney transplants exceeded 25,000 for the first year ever; annual records also set for liver, heart and lung transplants.
Pre-implementation notice: KPD policy updates
January 6, 2023
The changes are intended to improve the efficiency of the OPTN Kidney Paired Donation Pilot Program (KPDPP), improve clarity around the living donation process and update informed consent for participants in all KPD programs.
Updated National Liver Review Board guidance in effect Jan. 5, 2023
January 5, 2023
New pathway set for pediatric candidates with cystic fibrosis; guidance amended for candidates with hepatic adenoma and Budd-Chiari syndrome.
Implementation notice: Waiting time modifications for candidates affected by race-inclusive eGFR calculations
January 5, 2023
Programs must complete the process and provide the necessary documentation to the OPTN by Jan. 3, 2024.
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