Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network

MELD serum sodium policy changes
The addition of a new factor to the MELD calculation affects the scores of liver transplant candidates in different ways.
Wednesday, November 11, 2015

FDA and CDC issue safety alerts on use of heater-cooler devices
There is a potential risk of Non-Tuberculosis Mycobacteria infections associated with the use of heater-cooler devices in patient care.
Monday, November 2, 2015

Policy and system changes for reporting extra vessel disposition
New, online reporting method and additional requirements effective October 22. View a training video and frequently asked questions.
Saturday, October 17, 2015

OPTN kidney paired donation pilot program: Five years of lifesaving service
The OPTN/UNOS kidney paired donation pilot program, which has arranged 155 kidney transplants since its beginning on October 27, 2010.
Saturday, October 17, 2015

MMRF Awarded Continuation of National Transplant Registry Contract
The Chronic Disease Research Group (CDRG) of the Minneapolis Medical Research Foundation (MMRF) has renewed its federal contract to operate the Scientific Registry of Transplant Recipients (SRTR).
Tuesday, October 13, 2015

Resource explains KPD informed consent requirement changes
New requirements became effective on December 1, 2015.
Saturday, October 10, 2015

Policy changes affecting labs
The board approved a number of policy changes in the last year that specifically affect histocompatibility labs.
Friday, September 18, 2015

Changes to UNet patient safety portal
Changes were made September 24, 2015, for reporting living donor adverse events.
Wednesday, September 16, 2015

Brochure addresses patient questions about kidney evaluation
It was developed to complement guidance on kidney transplant referral developed by the Minority Affairs Committee.
Thursday, September 10, 2015

VCA Data Collection
VCA transplant recipient registration and transplant recipient follow-up submission is mandatory beginning September 1, 2015.
Monday, August 31, 2015