Switzerland launches electronic organ-donation register

Switzerland launches electronic organ-donation register

The new system aims to facilitate organ donation and make it easier for families faced with the difficult decision of what to do with a loved one’s organs.

“The foundation’s priority was to increase safety and security, to make it easier for families to access their relatives’ wishes,” said Immer.

“In 60% of current cases a decision is not known for the deceased, which leaves the decision to the family and this can be extremely stressful,” he added.

Currently, 15% of Swiss people have a donor card, but in only 5% of cases is the card found at the crucial moment for possible donors, according to Immer.

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