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http://dx.doi.org/10.5762/KAIS.2020.21.12.836

A Study on the Activation Measures of Human Tissue Donation in Korea through Comparing with Foreign Countries  

Hyun, Yun-Jung (Department of Medicolegal Investigation, Graduate School of Forensic and Investigative Science, Kyungpook National University)
Lee, Nan Young (Department of Clinical Pathology, School of Medicine, Kyungpook National University)
Kim, Dong Ja (Department of Medicolegal Investigation, Graduate School of Forensic and Investigative Science, Kyungpook National University)
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Journal of the Korea Academia-Industrial cooperation Society / v.21, no.12, 2020 , pp. 836-844 More about this Journal
Abstract
In modern society, there is a growing demand for human tissue donation along with organ donation. However, the awareness of tissue donation and actual donation rates remain very low in South Korea. This study was undertaken to evaluate the current status of domestic laws and systems, and to compare them with the operation systems of major foreign countries, by reviewing literature and web sites of organ donation and registration. The authors present three measures to promote human tissue donation in Korea: integration of a dual legal system in a legal aspect, vitalization of the Opt-out system in terms of system operation, and activation of public relations in terms of social and cultural aspects. The Opt-out system, in particular, is the most effective way to activate transplants in the form of presumed consent of countries without undue pressure. However, the presumed consent method requires various stages of social public debate, and the requirement is a proper domestic understanding of the registration system for rejection. In conclusion, we believe the solution towards a positive inclination for organ donation is a public policy to increase the supply for organs and human tissue transplants, and positive perception of donations, public promotion, and support for postmortem donors and their families.
Keywords
Tissue and Organ Procurement; Organ Transplantation; Tissues; Transplants; Presumed Consent;
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