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Originally Posted by Bobblehead
So it's not like an episode of "House MD" where the doctor can pull a few strings and transplant an organ in 3 hours?
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I asked a friend of mine that exact question, and if the person is in desparate need and meets all the transplant requirements than it can be done so long as the organ is in the city.
Those who need one who "did" it to themselves in US arent considered to be top priority. He said it works a little different in Canada but overall the same. He said something, I couldnt verify it but donors dont have to sign conscent forms, the next of kin can ok it, and organs can be purchased, not by an individual but by a hospital.
It sounds fishy to me but maybe that might be the reason the US has a higher percentage of available organs.
MYK