OPTN database

The OPTN (Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network) database is a nationwide system that tracks all organ transplants in the United States. Managed by a federal agency, it collects and stores information about donors, recipients, and transplant procedures to ensure fair organ allocation and improve transparency. The database helps coordinate organ sharing, monitor outcomes, and support research to enhance the safety and effectiveness of transplants, ultimately working to save lives through more equitable and efficient transplantation processes.