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UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
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Intestine Transplant · Pennsylvania
Data Insight
UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh's intestine transplant program is one of 13 intestine programs tracked by the Scientific Registry of Transplant Recipients (SRTR) in the November 2025 Program-Specific Report cohort. The center is located in Pennsylvania and reports under SRTR center code PACH. These program-level statistics are risk-adjusted for recipient and donor characteristics, which means survival estimates account for factors such as age, diagnosis, and prior medical history rather than comparing raw outcomes.
For the current cohort, this program reports a 1-year graft survival rate of 100.0% and a 3-year rate of 50.0%, compared with a national risk-adjusted benchmark of 76.3% at 1 year. The program performed approximately 19 intestine transplants during the reporting window. An estimated 18 candidates sit on this program's waiting list, though time-to-transplant depends heavily on OPTN allocation rules for intestine, blood type, medical urgency, and geography.
Among the 13 intestine transplant programs reporting to SRTR for this cohort, UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh ranks #3 by 1-year graft survival, placing the center 23.7 percentage points above the national benchmark. SRTR releases updated Program-Specific Reports approximately twice yearly (typically May and November), and each release incorporates a rolling cohort that may lag by 6-18 months because survival outcomes require follow-up. This page reflects the November 2025 release and is not medical advice — discuss these figures with a qualified transplant team in the context of your individual health status.
National Ranking
By 1-year graft survival rate: #3 of 13 reporting centers
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the intestine transplant survival rate at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh?
According to SRTR data from November 2025, UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh reports a 1-year graft survival rate of 100.0% for intestine transplants, compared to a national average of 76.3%. The 3-year survival rate is 50.0%. Survival rates are risk-adjusted estimates and may not predict individual outcomes.
How many intestine transplants does UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh perform?
UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh performed approximately 19 intestine transplants during the most recent SRTR reporting period. Higher transplant volume is often associated with greater center experience, though volume alone does not determine outcomes. The OPTN recommends considering multiple factors when evaluating a transplant center.
How long is the intestine transplant waiting list at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh?
According to the latest SRTR data, approximately 18 patients are on the intestine transplant waiting list at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh. Wait times depend on factors including blood type, medical urgency, body size, geographic region, and organ allocation policies set by OPTN/UNOS. Your transplant team can provide a personalized estimate.
How does UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh rank nationally for intestine transplants?
UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh ranks #3 out of 13 reporting intestine transplant centers nationally by 1-year graft survival rate. The center's rate is 23.7 percentage points above the national average. Rankings are based on SRTR risk-adjusted estimates and exclude centers with insufficient case volume for statistical reliability.
What should I consider before choosing UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh for a intestine transplant?
Beyond survival statistics, important factors include the center's experience with intestine transplants, geographic proximity (which affects organ allocation timing through OPTN distribution policies), your insurance network, the multidisciplinary team's expertise, post-transplant follow-up logistics, and the availability of living donor programs if applicable. Discuss all options with your referring physician and the transplant team at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh.
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Data Sources
- SRTR Program-Specific Reports (November 2025 release) — program-level survival rates, transplant volume, and waitlist size for UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh. srtr.org
- OPTN intestine allocation policy — organ-specific allocation rules referenced in this page's narrative. 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: SRTR Program-Specific Reports, November 2025 SRTR Program-Specific Reports, November 2025 Rankings exclude centers with insufficient case volume for statistical reporting
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