Kevin Pho, MD 2/26/2026

Opt-in vs. opt-out: How defaults shape organ donation rates

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This article analyzes the public health impact of organ donation policy design, comparing opt-in (presumed refusal) and opt-out (presumed consent) systems. It discusses behavioral economics research on defaults, cites international donation rate disparities (e.g., Spain vs. the US), and examines the ethical arguments around autonomy and informed consent in healthcare decision-making.

Opt-in vs. opt-out: How defaults shape organ donation rates

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