Organ Donation in the Emergency Department: Awareness and Opportunities
Yahia Y Akeely,
Mojahid M Al Otaibi,
Saleh A Alesa
et al.
Abstract:BackgroundThe only cure for end-organ failure is transplantation. Unfortunately, there are fewer organ donors than patients. Currently, the majority of organ donations come from live or brain-dead donors. In order to expand the pool of potential organ donors, the emergency department should be utilized effectively.
ObjectivesThe primary goal of this research is to determine emergency physicians' knowledge, awareness, and attitude about organ donation.
MethodologyA cross-sectional study was conducted through di… Show more
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