The Organ Procurement and Transplant Network (OPTN) plans to release a series of proposed policies for public comment next month. Currently, OPTN seeks feedback on the “Expedited Placement Variance.” The special public comment period for the variance will begin December 21 and end January 21, 2024. To read the full proposal and offer comments, click here.
Early data shows a six percent increase of deceased kidney donors recovered in the post-policy era compared to the pre-policy era.
UNOS is currently investigating a configuration error that may have permitted access by authorized users to some patients’ personal and health information.
I know he would be happy he was able to share his life with so many others.
His sacrifice has changed my life and will never be taken for granted.
My son is my hero.
My son always had jokes & never wanted to see anyone unhappy.
Phase one of two data collection changes for lung and heart-lung candidates has been implemented.
Submitting supplemental oxygen values for lung candidates frequently asked questions and answers.
Beginning January 2024, all aspects of our routine site surveys will be conducted virtually.