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  • Bioethics
  • Organ Donation Policy

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  • Imminent death donation (IDD) proposes organ procurement before life support withdrawal.
  • This review examines critical concerns for the transplant community regarding IDD practice.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline substantial concerns for the transplant community regarding the practice of imminent death donation (IDD).
  • To evaluate the potential risks and benefits of IDD in organ transplantation.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review and ethical analysis of existing proposals and discussions on imminent death donation.
  • Examination of theoretical support, practical barriers, and potential harms associated with IDD.

Main Results:

  • IDD faces challenges due to inadequate definitions and protocols, limiting empirical data.
  • Discussions have not sufficiently addressed donor harm, stakeholder involvement, or public trust.
  • Current IDD proposals present more risks than benefits for patients and the transplant community.

Conclusions:

  • IDD, while aiming to increase organ supply, currently poses significant risks.
  • Addressing major implementation barriers is crucial before considering IDD.
  • Focus should remain on alternative strategies to increase organ supply until IDD challenges are resolved.