Cardiac Arrest as an Extended Indication for Organ Donation: An Analysis of Potential in Germany Based on Retrospective Data From European Countries.

Key Points

• The aim is to evaluate the potential of DCD programs for organ donation in Germany based on data from European countries.
• Data analysis from retrospective studies in various European countries
• Assessment of the current organ donation system in Germany
• Evaluation of societal factors and structural measures influencing organ donation
• DCD programs could increase organ availability if implemented with structural and societal support
• Relying solely on DCD may not sufficiently address organ scarcity issues