Thirty Hours from Referral to Cross-Clamp: A Case Study in Organ Procurement

Abstract

Families of potential organ donors might have requests that prolong the donation process. Organ procurement organizations therefore should be sensitive to these issues, or risk losing potential donors. This study focused on a case that in duration surpassed 30 hours from initial referral to cross-clamp in the operating room. This article examines the legal, family, and management issues involved in such a case.