The Supply of Organs for Transplantation: Issues and Challenges

The Supply of Organs for Transplantation: Issues and Challenges


Identification: nnj_jf03A1
Issue: January-February 2003
Volume: Vol. 30, No. 1


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Goal: Describe the major issues and challenges related to the shortage of solid organs for transplantation.

Objectives:

  1. Cite the extent of the decreasing organ donation rates and their effect on organ transplant waiting lists.
  2. Discuss the multifaceted reasons for the organ shortage.
  3. Describe successful programs that have affected the rate of organ donation.


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