Brain monitors confirm no return of function after death in organ donors

NCT ID NCT07423936

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study uses advanced brain monitoring to check that no brain activity or blood flow returns after death in organ donors. Researchers will monitor 30 adult donors during the dying process and after death while organs are preserved. The goal is to prove that current safeguards are effective, which could help increase trust in organ donation.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to

If successful, this could confirm that current safeguards prevent brain function from returning after death, making organ donation safer and more acceptable.

What could go wrong

This is a very small, early proof-of-concept study with only 30 participants. It only monitors, not treats, so it won't directly change patient care.

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Study contacts

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Locations

  • Vancouver General Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Vancouver, British Columbia, V5Z1M9, Canada

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