News
Read the latest news releases and articles from the Organ Procurement & Transplantation Network below:
OPTN Modernization
Wednesday, March 22, 2023
HRSA launched the Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network (OPTN) Modernization Initiative to better serve the needs of patients and families.
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Second phase of national DCD procurement collaborative project ready to launch
Thursday, October 7, 2021
Aim is to increase DCD organ procurement, all OPOs are invited to participate.
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Updated Median MELD at Transplant scores take effect September 29
Friday, September 17, 2021
Scores are updated twice a year.
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Updated monitoring report available for liver, intestine policy
Wednesday, September 15, 2021
Report covers the first 15 months the policy has been in effect.
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National webinar on Sept. 22 to address proposed membership requirements for uterus transplant programs
Monday, September 13, 2021
VCA committee’s proposal open for public comment through Sept. 30.
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Donor Referral Practices Demonstration Project has concluded
Friday, September 10, 2021
Project explored the potential for a standardized set of donor referral data elements.
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Third dose of COVID-19 vaccine approved for immunocompromised people
Wednesday, September 8, 2021
Refer to FDA and CDC statements for additional information.
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OPTN budget and OPTN registration fee set for new fiscal year
Thursday, September 2, 2021
The OPTN budget and registration fee are developed on an annual basis.
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Patient information on disaster relief and assistance
Sunday, August 29, 2021
The OPTN is in contact with all member transplant facilities nationwide. In case of significant and potential long-term disruption of service at one or more centers, we will provide any needed updates through this website.
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Voluntary recall addresses Alprostadil
Friday, August 20, 2021
If your institution has stock from the affected lot, please contact your supplier.
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National webinar held on Aug. 9 to review the continuous distribution of lungs proposal
Thursday, August 19, 2021
The Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network hosted the webinar to review the Establish Continuous Distribution of Lungs proposal.
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