The Declaration of Istanbul on Organ Trafficking and Transplant Tourism

The Declaration of Istanbul is an international agreement that aims to prevent the exploitation involved in organ selling and transplant tourism. It promotes ethical practices in organ donation and transplant procedures, emphasizing that organs should be donated freely, without coercion or financial gain, and only from living or deceased donors who give informed consent. The declaration seeks to protect vulnerable populations, ensure fairness, and promote transparency worldwide, fostering trust in organ transplantation practices while discouraging illegal activities like organ trafficking.