Organ & Tissue Donation – pDCD WLST and Declaration Process

Authors: Meagan Mahoney

Tags: Critical Care, Organ & Tissue Donation, Physicians

Last Updated: October 1st, 2019

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This algorithm outlines the withdrawal of life-sustaining treatment (WLST) process in the PICU for pediatric organ and tissue donation after circulatory death (pDCD). It defines team roles, timing, and coordination to ensure ethical, efficient WLST and death declaration while supporting donation.

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Organ & Tissue Donation – pDCD WLST and Declaration 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.