“It's My Wish, We Need This Program”: Qualitative Reflections From People With High-Grade Brain Cancer Consenting to Postmortem Brain Donation

The sentiments expressed in the data indicate an overwhelmingly positive impact associated with consenting to brain donation. Consenting to a postmortem brain donation program can instill a sense of purpose and meaning while restoring a sense of control for those facing mortality. These data indicate that the prevailing caution and reluctance in consenting a patient to brain donation may be misplaced, preventing patients and their families from engaging with a program that can provide an invaluable source of hope, empowerment, and legacy.