National Transplant Registry Content Introduction Of Transplantation in

National Transplant Registry

Content Introduction Of Transplantation in Malaysia n Transplant Registry defined n The National Transplant Registry (NTR) n Objectives of NTR n Organization of the NTR n Reporting to the NTR n

Year Transplant started in Malaysia Transplants to date ( 30. 12. 03) 60’s– 70’s Corneal transplants 1975 1976 Living related renal Cadaveric renal transplant 847 158 Total 1005 1231 1987 Bone marrow Adult 262 Paed 372 1995 Living related liver Tx non related liver Tx 42 6 1997 Heart transplant 15 2000 Arm transplant 1 2002 Cadaveric liver 1

Transplantation Centers Renal : Hospital Kuala Lumpur University Malaya Medical Centre Hospital Selayang ? Private centres Heart : National Heart Institute Liver : SJMC Hospital Selayang Hand : Hospital Selayang To date no lung or pancreas transplant

Tissue Transplant Centers Eye Banks : LIONS HKL Eye Bank Hussein Onn National Eye Hospital Local hospitals KKM/Universities/ Private Bone marrow : UMMC / HKL / PI ( Adults / Paeds ) HUKM / SJMC Bone, Skin & Amnion: National Tissue Bank , HUSM , Kubang Kerian Bone Bank : HKL / UMMC

Definition of Registry n On going systematic collection, analysis and interpretation of transplantation data essential to the planning, implementation and evaluation of transplantation services in the country. n Closely integrated with dissemination of these data to those who need to know. n A registration system includes a functional capacity for data collection, analysis and dissemination linked to clinical and public health programs.

The National Transplant Registry © Collects information about patients who had undergone organ or tissue transplantation. Longitudinal follow up until occurrence of defined event ( eg. death ), with systematic regular , updated information © Allows us to estimate the magnitude of transplant activity in the country. © Information not only useful to the practitioners of transplantation but also useful in assisting the MOH, NGO, private providers and industry in the planning and evaluation of transplantation services.

Objectives of the NTR 1. Determine the frequency and distribution of all types of transplantation activities in Malaysia. 2. Determine the outcomes of transplantation. 3. Determine the factors influencing outcomes of transplantation. 4. Evaluate transplantation services. 5. Stimulate and facilitate research on transplantation and its management.

Organization of the NTR Sponsor Governance Board Transplant Registry Unit Sources Data Producers ( SDP ) Users

Sponsors The NTR is sponsored by the Ministry of Health ( MOH ) through its various agencies and supported by several of its organizations: n National Transplant Coordinating Committee, MOH n The Medical Development Division, MOH n Malaysian Society Of Transplantation. n The Clinical Research Centre (CRC) of Kuala Lumpur Hospital The CRC has established a Transplant Registry Unit to provide the functional capacity for transplant registration. It maintains the registry national databases.

Responsibilities of Sponsor n n Ensure effective , efficient and responsive operation of NTR Provide leadership and direction for the registry Establish an Advisory Committee or Governance Board to govern the registry. Provide the financial, human and information resources required, if necessary with financial contribution from industry or donor agencies

Governance Board n Governance Board oversees the operations of the NTR. Set objectives, policies, direction & progress. n Governance Board members: n n n MOH Universities Professional Bodies. NGO Private healthcare providers.

Source Data Producers(SDPs) 1. The individual doctors who provide transplantation services, who voluntarily report data to the NTR. Data collection will be from six main types of transplantation services: n Blood And Marrow transplant. n Heart and Lung transplant. n Liver transplant. n Renal transplant. n Corneal transplant. n Bone/ Tissue Transplant.

Source Data Producers (SDPs) 2. The National Vital Registration system ( Jabatan Pendaftaran Negara ). These data are useful for determining or verifying mortality outcomes of transplant patients. 3. Information Documentation Unit of the MOH, which operates the Health Management Information system (HMIS)

Users of the NTR Individuals or institutions who need the information to assist in planning and implementing activities related to transplantation and care of the transplant patients: n Public health practitioner n Health provider n Industry n Decision maker- MOH n Researcher n Press and public

Reporting To NTR For the NTR to succeed, ideally all health professionals who have anything to do with transplant ought to report to the NTR. We urge you to do your part for our community, and help NTR obtain information crucial to health care development in this country especially in the field of organ and tissue transplantation.

Benefits of Participation in NTR n n n Invitation to all functions organized by the NTR. Acknowledgement in all publications of the NTR. Personal copy of all NTR publications free of charge Free listing in the NTR’s web site. Free listing in the ‘Directory of Transplant Services in Malaysia’, an annual publication by NTR. Tap into a network of like-minded people from diverse professional disciplines and backgrounds.

Conclusion n A national transplant registry is essential if transplant program is to improve and progress in Malaysia n The NTR has a good chance of succeeding with full support from all parties concerned

Contact Information To register or for more information, please contact: Coordinator Transplant Registry Unit Clinical Research Centre Disease And Treatment Registry Unit 2 nd Floor, No 29 & 31, Wisma MEPRO Jalan Ipoh, 51200 Kuala Lumpur Malaysia Phone: 603 -4045 5948 (Direct line) Fax: 603 -4045 1252 Email : ntr@crc. gov. my Website : http: //www. crc. gov. my/ntr

NATIONAL TRANSPLANT REGISTRY “ Coming Together is the Beginning, Keeping Together is Progress, Working Together is Success. ” Henry Ford

NTR Website : http: //www. crc. gov. my/ntr