Organ Transplantation
/ˈɔːrɡən ˌtrænspˈlænˌteɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The legal and medical process of transferring an organ from one body to another, subject to statutory regulation and ethical standards.
The new laws on organ transplantation aim to prevent illegal organ trade.
Forms
- organ transplantation
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Commentary
Legal definitions often emphasize regulatory compliance, consent, and ethical considerations distinct from purely medical descriptions.
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