Journal article
Exploring the experiences and perspectives of substitute decision-makers involved in decisions about deceased organ donation: a qualitative study protocol
Abstract
INTRODUCTION: In Canada, deceased organ donation provides over 80% of transplanted organs. At the time of death, families, friends or others assume responsibility as substitute decision-makers (SDMs) to consent to organ donation. Despite their central role in this process, little is known about what barriers, enablers and beliefs influence decision-making among SDMs. This study aims to explore the experiences and perspectives of SDMs involved …
Authors
Crawshaw J; Presseau J; van Allen Z; Carvalho LP; Jordison K; English S; Fergusson DA; Lauzier F; Turgeon AF; Sarti AJ
Journal
BMJ Open, Vol. 9, No. 12,
Publisher
BMJ
Publication Date
December 2019
DOI
10.1136/bmjopen-2019-034594
ISSN
2044-6055