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Challenges and Possible Solutions to Donation After Circulatory Death in Turkey and the Middle East: Panel Discussion
Andrea Herrera-Gayol1, Marcelo Cantarovich, Mehmet Haberal
1Scientific consultant, Westmount, Quebec, Canada.
Abstract:
The 20th century has witnessed the development of tissue and organ transplantation as the best therapeutic option for end-stage organ failure; however, organ shortages remain a prominent worldwide issue. Donation after circulatory death is an accepted practice in several countries around the world but also poses many challenges. Presently, controlled donations after circulatory death are not really in practice in Turkey and the Middle East, and the implementation of this practice seems complicated. To gather information about the possible reasons underlying the lack of organs from donors after circulatory death, as well as solutions, a discussion session took place during the International Symposium on "Brain Death and Circulatory Death" on November 29-30, 2023, in Ankara, Turkey. A description on different topics that were discussed is presented.
Insights
Organ transplantation faces global shortages. This study explores challenges and solutions for donation after circulatory death (DCD) in Turkey and the Middle East, where DCD is not widely practiced.
Area of Science:
- Medical Science
- Transplantation Medicine
- Public Health
Background:
- Organ transplantation is a vital treatment for end-stage organ failure.
- Global organ shortages persist, hindering transplantation access.
- Donation after circulatory death (DCD) is a potential solution but faces implementation challenges.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the reasons behind the limited practice of DCD in Turkey and the Middle East.
- To identify potential solutions for implementing DCD programs in these regions.
- To discuss challenges and strategies related to DCD during an international symposium.
Main Methods:
- A discussion session was held during the International Symposium on "Brain Death and Circulatory Death" in Ankara, Turkey.
- The symposium convened on November 29-30, 2023.
- Topics discussed included reasons for the lack of DCD and potential solutions.
Main Results:
- Controlled donation after circulatory death (DCD) is not widely practiced in Turkey and the Middle East.
- Implementation of DCD practices in these regions is perceived as complicated.
- The symposium aimed to gather insights into overcoming these implementation barriers.
Conclusions:
- Addressing organ shortages requires exploring and implementing diverse donation strategies like DCD.
- Understanding regional challenges is crucial for successful DCD program development in Turkey and the Middle East.
- Further discussion and strategic planning are needed to facilitate DCD in regions where it is currently limited.
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