OPTN News

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OPTN Policies and Bylaws Web Content Updated to Reflect Recent Changes
Updates follow recent changes to governance documents.
All OPTN winter regional meetings to be held virtually; previously postponed meetings will be rescheduled
New dates will be posted for previously postponed sessions.
Public Comment Open from January 21 Through March 19
Winter 2025 Public Comment now open through March 19th.
Organ transplants exceeded 48,000 in 2024; a 3.3 percent increase from the transplants performed in 2023
Notable increases in lung and liver transplant and DCD donation.
Non-Use Simulation Analysis Report for Kidneys and Pancreata Now Available
See highlights and read the full report from the Scientific Registry of Transplant Recipients (SRTR).
An important message from the MPSC on best practices for ABO verification and other recommendations
Follow up and recommendations from the OPTN regarding allocations and living donor practices.
18-month monitoring report available for lung continuous distribution policy
The framework is projected to increase lung transplants for the most medically urgent candidates and decrease deaths among patients waiting for a lifesaving transplant.
Six-Month Monitoring Report Available for Recent Changes to Deceased Donor Registration Form
The policy change intended to promote more consistent and accurate data collection on deceased donors.
OPTN Requirements to be Amended Regarding HOPE Act Provisions
The OPTN will act on an expedited basis.
Information and Process Regarding the Upcoming Special Election
The special election will occur in Spring 2025.