Critical care in the Emergency Department: organ donation

Published Date: 17th February 2017

Publication Authors: Bonney S, Nee PA, Andrews FJ

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Abstract:

Organ transplantation is associated with improved outcomes for some patients with end-stage organ failure; however, the number of patients awaiting a transplant exceeds the available organs. Recently, an extended role has been proposed for EDs in the recognition and management of potential donors. The present review presents an illustrative case report and considers current transplantation practice in the UK. Ethical and legal considerations, the classification of deceased donors and future developments promising greater numbers of organs are discussed.

 Wootten, AE; Andrews, FJ; Bonney, SC; Nee, PA. et al.. (2016).Critical care in the Emergency Department: organ donation . Emergency Medical Journal. [e-pub ahead of print].

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