Attitudes of Slovenian students towards whole-body donation, organ donation, and the use of donated bodies in medical education.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Anatomical dissection of whole bodies donated for teaching and research purposes remains a cornerstone of medical education. However, evolving sociocultural and ethical landscapes have historically influenced this practice, necessitating ongoing research to inform and enhance donation programs. This study examines the Slovenian students' attitudes and factors influencing their decision-making regarding body and organ donation for medical education.

Materials and methods

An anonymous cross-sectional cohort study was conducted at the University of Ljubljana using a 28-item questionnaire to assess student attitudes toward post-mortem whole-body and organ donation, as well as their perceptions of anatomical dissection in medical training and research. A five-point Lik

SUBMITTER: Sink Z 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11674541 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature