Knowledge and attitude regarding organ donation among relatives of patients admitted in ICU
Abstract
Context: In India rate of organ donation is low. It is attribute to lack of awareness and myths and misconceptions regarding organ donation. Knowledge and attitude of family members and relatives have a critical role in increasing percentage of organ donation.
Aims: To assess the knowledge and attitude regarding organ donation among relatives of patients admitted in ICU (Intensive care unit). 1) To find out factors affecting the relatives’ decision regarding organ donation.
Settings and Design: It was cross sectional study carried out among 180 relatives of patients admitted in ICU.
Methods and Material: Data was collected through face to face interview based on a structured, pre-tested (piloted) questionnaire.
Statistical analysis used: Data analysis was done using SPSS software version 20.
Results:It was found that 81.1% participants had good knowledge and 72.8% had appropriate attitude towards organ donation. Majority, 114 (63.3%) were willing to donate organs in future. 106(58.9%) pledged to donate their organs after death. About 82% had good knowledge regarding organ donation which was reflected in the attitude and found to be statistically significant. There was significant association between education of participants with their knowledge. The study showed a considerable number of participants were willing to donate their organs but only 1.7% had donor card. Religion and fear from abuse were major barriers affecting the relatives' decision regarding organ donation.
Conclusions: The reasons for unwillingness should be looked into more carefully and awareness campaigns should be planned to increase acceptability of organ donation.
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