At least 10 people die every day while waiting for a major organ, such as a heart, lungs or kidneys, due to a massive organ shortage across Europe , with transplants pending. As the list grows, drastic action is needed. The author of this article will define what organ donation is, but the purpose of the essay is to compare and contrast the two organ donation systems, the opt-in and opt-out systems. The trial focuses on cadaveric donors (beating heart donors and non-heart donors). The author will also explore his personal views on organ donation, before and after researching the topic, and then reflect on how these views may have changed. Organ donation is defined as the donation of biological tissue or an organ from the human body. , from a living or deceased person to a living recipient in need of a transplant. Organ procurement is carried out in accordance with the Human Tissue Act (2004) which “regulates the collection, storage, use and disposal of human bodies, tissues and organs” (DOH, 2004). Organ donation is a complex procedure. a question that involves factors such as ethics, legal, organizational and societal factors. Much of the debate around organ donation centers on the issue of consent/autonomy and finding ways to increase the number of potential organ donors. Do we choose to preserve the rights of the dead or those of those who suffer? Throughout Europe, there are in practice two systems, namely presumed consent (opt-out system) and informed consent (opt-in system). Although the two systems are different in practice, their main goal is the same: to increase the number of potential people. donors, who in turn would blush... middle of paper... and discuss the problems. This could lead to organ donors being seen as the norm rather than the exception. With the voluntary membership system, an organ is an altruistic act, a gift I agree with the ethical issues in medicine of Professor John Saunders of the Royal College of Physicians, who argues for a "compulsory choice", it that is, a legally mandated decision, where all adults are required by law to express their wishes regarding their organs after death. I believe that if a person wishes to become an organ donor, they should make the effort to make their wishes known by taking the necessary steps to register. As for both systems, I see no point in their existence if your family can override your decision. In conclusion, this essay has examined the organ donation systems practiced across Europe, the opt-in and opt-out systems, and how they affect organ donation rates. organ donation.