Non heartbeating donation - The heart of the matter

摘要

Organ shortage is one of the most pressing issues concerning the field of transplantation. Non Heart Beating Donation (NHBD) has long been recognized as a potential tool to increase the size of the donor pool. In this study we have discussed the common issues, controversies and current trends relating to NHBD and possible solutions to establish a successful programme.Organ transplantation is now considered as a gold standard treatment for many end stage organ diseases and also for some life limiting conditions. Over the last few decades the field of transplantation has evolved immensely owing to its exceptional success in improving quality of lives and long term patient survival. The demand for human organs has now superseded the supply all around the world. Infact the demand in the UK is so overwhelming now that there is a considerable discrepancy in between the number of organ donors and number of patients on the waiting lists.