From the Editor ’s Desk…

Despite attempts to increase donation rates after death, organ scarcity accounts for mortality rates of 5 –20% in transplant centres. From the ethical perspective anonymous live liver donation (A-LLD) is extremely difficult to introduce into clinical practice. Goldaracena et al. report the results of a pioneering programme of 50 A-LLDs undertaken at the Toronto General hospital over a 12-year period. Their carefully conducted study showed that anonymous donation was provided by individuals for altruistic reasons and none of the donors regretted their decision.
Source: Journal of Hepatology - Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Tags: Editorial Desk Source Type: research