Problems and Prospects of Human Organ Transplantation Act 1999: Bangladesh Perspective

Abstract

Human Organ Transplantation is a dire need worldwide due to increased human health threats. It is also one of the major developments in the 21st century of medical sciences. Organ transplantation is a life-saving process for people suffering from organ failures, and organ donation and transplantation can also be a new hope for dying patients. In every country, Human Organ Transplantation Acts serve divergent people. Bangladesh is no exception. Although the demand for Organ transplantation is skyrocketing, there is a substantial shortage of organs available for transplantation in Bangladesh. Besides, the Bangladesh government promulgated the Bangladesh Organ Donation Act 1999. It amended it in 2018, restricting donors and recipients to extended family members, reducing the donor pool. The aforementioned concern made it imperative to conduct a study on the organ transplantation act. This study examines Bangladesh's existing organ donation legislation and identifies gaps in donation and transplantation rights. This study has also provided recommendations for the issue, which can be foundational work for policymakers.