This data is for informational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult your transplant team for decisions about your care.

Transplant Center
Childrens Hospital Los Angeles
California
Organ Programs
2
Kidney, Liver
Best 1-yr Survival
50.0%
Liver
Total Waitlist
67
patients across all programs
2026 data Public-data reference. official source

Childrens Hospital Los Angeles

Open-data reference.

California · Code: CACL

Data Insight

Childrens Hospital Los Angeles is a transplant program in California (SRTR center code CACL). According to SRTR Program-Specific Reports from November 2025, the center operates 2 distinct organ programs — Kidney, Liver. Each program is independently evaluated by the Scientific Registry of Transplant Recipients using risk-adjusted survival estimates, so performance on one organ does not imply performance on another.

Across all programs, the center reported approximately 196 transplant procedures during the most recent SRTR reporting cohort. An estimated 67 candidates sit on this center's combined waiting lists, though allocation is driven by OPTN policy (blood type, medical urgency, geography, organ-specific criteria) rather than list position alone. The strongest 1-year graft survival rate at this center is 50.0% for liver transplants, versus a risk-adjusted national benchmark of 92.4%.

This center operates 2 SRTR-reporting programs; survival estimates are risk-adjusted for recipient characteristics and update approximately twice per year. Use the table below to compare each organ program's survival, volume, and waitlist against national averages. This information is factual and does not constitute medical advice.

Wait Time by Organ Type

National median wait times from listing to transplant. Individual wait times vary by blood type, urgency, and geographic allocation region.

Median wait time (days) by organ on the national transplant waiting list. Source: OPTN/SRTR national data — individual wait times vary by blood type, urgency, and UNOS region.

1. Kidney1825 days2. Kdny/Pncr730 days3. Pancreas365 days4. Liver180 days5. Heart135 days6. Lung120 days
Median wait time (days) by organ on the national transplant waiting list. Source: OPTN/SRTR national data — individual wait times vary by blood type, urgency, and UNOS region.

Total Transplants

196

across all organ programs

Programs Above Avg

0/2

at or above national 1yr survival

Survival vs National 50.0%

Best: 50.0% (Liver)

Based on SRTR Program-Specific Reports (November 2025), Childrens Hospital Los Angeles in California operates 2 transplant programs covering Kidney, Liver. The center performed approximately 196 transplants during the most recent reporting period. There are currently an estimated 67 patients on its combined waiting lists.

Survival rate data for this center's 2 programs is reported by SRTR using risk-adjusted estimates. Outcomes may vary based on individual patient factors, and survival statistics alone do not determine the quality of a transplant program. Patients are encouraged to discuss these figures with their transplant team.

Transplant Programs

Source: Scientific Registry of Transplant Recipients (SRTR) Program-Specific Reports (CSRS 2511) · November 2025

Organ 1-yr Survival 3-yr Survival US Avg Transplants Waitlist
Kidney N/A 100.0% N/A 80 47
Liver 50.0% -42.4 N/A 92.4% 116 20

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the survival rates at Childrens Hospital Los Angeles?

Based on SRTR data from November 2025, Childrens Hospital Los Angeles reports a 1-year graft survival rate of 50.0% for liver transplants, compared to a national average of 92.4%. Survival rates vary by organ type and may not predict individual outcomes. Discuss these statistics with your transplant team for guidance specific to your situation.

How long is the waiting list at Childrens Hospital Los Angeles?

According to the latest SRTR data, Childrens Hospital Los Angeles has approximately 67 patients on its combined transplant waiting lists across 2 organ programs. Wait times depend on many factors including organ type, blood type, medical urgency, and geographic allocation policies. Your transplant center can provide an estimated timeline based on your specific circumstances.

Which organs does Childrens Hospital Los Angeles transplant?

Childrens Hospital Los Angeles offers transplant programs for Kidney, Liver. Each program is independently evaluated by SRTR with its own survival rate data and volume statistics. Not all centers offer the same organ programs, so availability is an important factor when choosing a transplant center.

How does Childrens Hospital Los Angeles compare to other transplant centers nationally?

Childrens Hospital Los Angeles operates 2 transplant programs evaluated by SRTR. National rankings use risk-adjusted survival estimates and exclude centers below minimum case volume thresholds. Discuss center-specific outcomes with your medical team to understand how they apply to your individual case.

What factors should I consider when choosing Childrens Hospital Los Angeles for transplant?

When evaluating Childrens Hospital Los Angeles or any transplant center, consider multiple factors beyond survival statistics: the center's experience with your specific organ type, geographic proximity (which affects organ allocation timing), your insurance coverage, the multidisciplinary team's expertise, post-transplant follow-up capabilities, and the center's patient volume. SRTR data provides one lens, but the OPTN recommends discussing all options with your referring physician and potential transplant teams.

How often is the transplant data for Childrens Hospital Los Angeles updated?

The data shown here comes from SRTR Program-Specific Reports released in November 2025 as part of the Collaborative Silo-Reservoir Study (CSRS). SRTR publishes updated program-specific reports approximately twice per year (typically May and November). Each release includes the most recent cohort data, which may lag by 6-18 months due to follow-up requirements for survival outcomes.

Nearby Centers in California

Other transplant centers in California reporting to SRTR.

Data Sources

  • SRTR Program-Specific Reports (November 2025 release) — center-level survival rates, volume, and waitlist figures for Childrens Hospital Los Angeles. srtr.org
  • OPTN allocation policy library — organ-specific allocation rules referenced in program narratives. optn.transplant.hrsa.gov

About This Data

This data is for informational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Always consult your transplant team for decisions about your care.

Source: Scientific Registry of Transplant Recipients (SRTR) Program-Specific Reports (CSRS 2511) · November 2025 Survival rates are 1-year graft survival estimates for adult recipients.

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