Organ donation: Key factors influencing the younger generation's decision-making in China.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The organ transplantation sector in China is facing a severe shortage of donors, and the organ donation rate needs to be increased. Since 2015, voluntary donation by citizens has become the only source of organs for transplantation in China. In recent years, there has been a relatively positive change in young people's attitudes toward organ donation after death. The aim of the study was to understand young people's perceptions and attitudes toward organ donation and the factors that influence them and can positively impact the promotion of organ donation.

Methods

By analyzing relevant literature and legal texts, we developed a questionnaire. Information was obtained through questionnaires and interviews, and 501 valid questionnaires were returned from the target

SUBMITTER: Chen X 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9940821 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature