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Nigeria launches standards and guidelines for organ and tissue transplants


Published on 2025-03-06 18:40:56 - Africanews
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  • Nigeria has launched comprehensive standards and guidelines for organ and tissue transplants. The country's health minister said the new rules, set out on Thursday, aim to regulate a sector that has been plagued by ethical concerns and exploitation.

Nigeria has introduced new standards and guidelines for organ and tissue transplants to regulate the process, ensure ethical practices, and improve the quality of transplant services. The initiative, led by the National Health Act of 2014, aims to address the increasing demand for organ donations, reduce illegal organ trade, and enhance patient safety. The guidelines cover various aspects including donor and recipient evaluation, consent procedures, organ procurement, allocation, and post-transplant care. This move is part of a broader effort to align Nigeria's healthcare practices with international standards, promote transparency, and foster trust in the organ donation system. The guidelines also emphasize the need for a national registry for organ donations and the establishment of transplant centers that meet specific criteria.

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