Pre-Mortem Transplantation Optimizing Interventions: The Legal Status of Consent

Authors

Jocelyn Downie, Dalhousie University - Schulich School of LawFollow
Chantelle Rajotte, Dalhousie University - Schulich School of LawFollow
Alison Shea, QEII Health Sciences Centre

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

2008

Keywords

Transplant, Consent, Pre-Mortem Transplantation Optimizing Interventions, Canadian Practice, Legal Frameworks, Recommendations

Abstract

The focus of this paper is on consent issues surrounding pre-mortem transplantation optimizing interventions. First, we explore the potential consequences of the different types of pre-mortem transplantation optimizing interventions that might be used, and we examine the current Canadian practice with respect to these interventions. We then analyze the status of consent to pre-mortem transplantation optimizing interventions under the current legal framework. Finally, we provide recommendations on how to improve the current legal framework.

Comments

https://doi.org/10.1007/BF03016313

Recommended Citation

Jocelyn Downie, Chantelle Rajotte, & Alison Shea, "Pre-Mortem Transplantation Optimizing Interventions: The Legal Status of Consent" (2008) 55:7 Can J Anesthesia 458.