Is it possible to donate the functioning organ after the brain death?
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Hello, After brain death has occurred, it may be possible for the person's organs and tissue to be used in transplantations. This can often save or improve the lives of others. Can anyone tell me Is it possible to donate the functioning organ after the brain death?
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@eduardo-0 Hi, If the body of a brain-dead person is kept on a ventilator, the heart may continue to beat for 2-3 days, and keep vital organs such as the liver and kidney alive for this time period. These organs can be surgically removed for donation. Only 1% of people die in a way that makes organ donation possible. This means every opportunity for donation is very precious. Specialist nurses will discuss the possibility of donation with families. That'll be done in a sensitive way. Thanks