Organ and Tissue Donation

Organ and tissue donation involves giving one's organs or tissues after death or, in some cases, while alive to help others in need of transplants. In bioethics law, it raises important issues like consent, equitable access to transplants, and the definition of death. Legal frameworks ensure donors' rights and protections, emphasizing informed consent—meaning donors should fully understand their choices and implications. Donor programs aim to balance the needs of patients with ethical considerations, striving for fairness and respecting individual beliefs while addressing the critical shortage of available organs.