Attitudes toward posthumous organ donation in Kazakhstan: a qualitative analysis

Qualitative analysis identified recurring themes, including religious and cultural concerns about the afterlife, uncertainty in decision making, ethical opposition rooted in tradition, distrust of the health care system, and the role of personal altruism. These findings underscore the complex interplay of socio-cultural and systemic factors that shape public perceptions of organ donation in Kazakhstan. Key barriers, such as religious concerns and mistrust of health care and cultural opposition, are identified, and potential solutions through education, policy change, and media engagement are outlined.