What impact does the poor identification of brain death cases have on organ donations in India
Health Ministry highlights that poor identification of brain death cases negatively impacts organ donations in India.
- Poor identification of brain death cases leads to missed opportunities for potential organ donations, as organs from brain dead patients can be used for transplantation.
- This results in a shortage of organs available for patients in need of transplants, leading to higher wait times and sometimes even death while waiting for a suitable organ.
- Lack of proper identification also contributes to the lack of awareness among the public about organ donation and its importance, further limiting the pool of potential donors.
- Improving the identification of brain death cases can help increase the number of organ donations in India, saving more lives and improving healthcare outcomes for patients.
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