Organ and tissue donation procedure

How does the organ and tissue donation procedure work? Here you will find a step-by-step explanation and all the information you need.

Step-by-step explanation

View the steps for organ donation after death.

View the steps for tissue donation in the hospital.

After death outside the hospital, tissue donation may still be possible.

What is important regarding organ or tissue donation after euthanasia?

Are you dealing with a potential donor who is under 18 years of age? Child as donor protocol

View the Model Protocol and the comprehensive European guideline for specific information.

The model protocol for post-mortem organ and tissue donation describes the procedures for the donation of organs and tissues.

European guideline with the latest insights and standards for organ donation and transplantation, based on recent scientific research.