Organ & Tissue Donation – pDCD PICU Process

Authors: Meagan Mahoney

Tags: Critical Care, Organ & Tissue Donation, Physicians

Last Updated: October 1st, 2019

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This algorithm delineates the step‑by‑step PICU process for pediatric controlled donation after circulatory death (pDCD), guiding clinicians through evaluation, family consent, physiologic optimization, timing of withdrawal, death determination, and coordination with operating room or transport logistics. It ensures ethical, standardized care pathways that align end‑of‑life management with organ donation practices.

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Organ & Tissue Donation – pDCD PICU Process

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Pediatric Clinical Care Guidelines is a collaborative, not-for-profit ACH initiative. The site is shared widely with medical professionals in order to disseminate best practices and encourage dialogue around protocols and procedures.