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    The Center government ordered an investigation into organ transplants involving foreign nationals

    Posted 15 Apr 2024

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    • National Organ & Tissue Transplant Organization (NOTTO) data reveals that there is a substantial increase in foreign national organ transplants through private hospitals. 
      • There are reports of “commercial dealings” in organs (not allowed in India) being transplanted on foreigners. 
    • Organ Transplantation is the surgical removal of an organ from one person and transplanting it to another person. 

     

    • Framework for Organ Transplant in India
      • Transplantation of Human Organs Act (THOA), 1994 is the primary law governing transplants in the country.
      • Eligibility for organ donation
        • Most of organ donation is determined by the donor's physical condition, not age.
        • Both living(must be at least 18 years of age) and deceased can donate organs.
          • Consent from the family is required for organ donation from the dead.

     

    •  Issues in Organ Transplantation in India
      • High Burden (Demand versus Supply gap) has increased illegal organ trade.
      • Lack of Organized systems for organ procurement from deceased donors.
      • Poor Awareness and attitude towards organ donation.
    • As per the latest National Organ Transplantation Guidelines
      • Persons above 65 years can receive an organ for transplantation from the deceased. 
      • The requirement of domicile of the state for registration of patients requiring organ transplantation from deceased donors was removed.

    About NOTTO

    • The national-level organization set up under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.
    • Functions:
      • All India activities of coordination and networking for procurement and distribution of Organs and Tissues. 
      • Registry of Organs and Tissues Donation and Transplantation
    • Tags :
    • Health and Family Welfare
    • NOTTO
    • organ transplant
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