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Is the donation of organs after death morally acceptable in Catholic teaching?

April 26, 2017acceptable Catholic death donation morally organs Teaching

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Is the donation of organs after death morally acceptable in Catholic teaching?

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Yes, if informed consent is given and the donation is made only after death has been decarled by proper cardiopulmonary or neurological criteria. Organ donation after death is regarded as a “noble and meritorious act and is to be encouraged as an expression of generous solidarity.