Why We Are Not Allowed to Sell That Which We Are Encouraged to Donate

Cambridge Quarterly of Healthcare Ethics 15 (1):60-70 (2006)
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Abstract

t is a reality today that people die waiting in line for transplant organs. Something needs to be done to remedy this dire situation and alleviate the suffering. Broadly speaking, barring scientific progress that might make artificial organs and stem cell therapy viable alternatives, three options are available to us: increase voluntary donation, compel access to organs via government policy, or open up for a commercial market in organs. a.

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