• Med Klin Intensivmed Notfmed · Mar 2019

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    [Organ donation : Update 2019].

    • A Rahmel.
    • Deutsche Stiftung Organtransplantation, Deutschherrnufer 52, 60594, Frankfurt am Main, Deutschland. axel.rahmel@dso.de.
    • Med Klin Intensivmed Notfmed. 2019 Mar 1; 114 (2): 100-106.

    AbstractThe number of organ donors in Germany has been falling since 2010. In 2017, it reached its lowest level in 20 years with 797 organ donors. With 9.7 organ donors per million inhabitants, Germany lags far behind other European countries. The development of the donor numbers has long been an issue of concern for the Deutsche Stiftung Organtransplantation (DSO). Together with the donor hospitals, DSO has carried out extensive analyses on the possible causes. Though causes are multiple and complex, one important lever for improving the situation is seen in better detection and consistent reporting of possible organ donors. This is considered the best way to meet the patient's desire regarding organ donation. With reference to the dramatic development, DSO calls for a broad social debate and a joint initiative involving medical associations, contractors, patient associations and policymakers. Getting organ donation back on track in Germany for the benefit of patients on the waiting lists can only be achieved by a joint effort.

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