Variability in Status 1 Exception Practices and Candidate Outcomes After the 2018 U.S. Heart Allocation Changes

Key Points

• Candidate outcomes differ significantly due to variability in status 1 exception practices across the U.S.
• The adjustment in heart allocation in 2018 has led to distinct outcomes, highlighting this variability.
• Observational analysis of heart transplant candidates shows how changes in policies impact results and allocation fairness.
• This variability in practices suggests the need for standardized guidelines to enhance equitable organ allocation.