Record Surge in Organ Transplants in Switzerland Amid Enhanced Medical Support
In Switzerland, a record 661 organ transplants were performed last year, reflecting a 20% increase from the previous two years. This rise is attributed not to the 2022 public vote on the objection solution but to increased support for intensivists from transplantation experts. A new technology has clarified donor eligibility, resulting in more organs being available for transplantation. Despite a shift towards a presumed consent system not taking effect until 2026, the current extended consent rule remains in place, requiring explicit permission from donors during their lifetime.