ATTITUDES TOWARDS ORGAN WAITLIST SYSTEM AMONG WAITLISTED TRANSPLANT PATIENTS, DONORS, AND NON-DONORS

The organ waitlist system plays a crucial role in determining the order of allocation for transplants among different groups of patients. However, public opinions and attitudes often question its fairness, transparency, and consistency, with concerns that the system may be prone to misuse or bias in distribution. This study investigates the varied perspectives of three participant groups: transplant patients, donors, and non-donors. Through inquiries and a digital survey, the study analyzes perceptions of equity to identify microtrends across factors such as socioeconomic status, religion, and other potential influences on the waitlist decision-making process. The findings highlight disparities in the system’s transparency, gathered through voluntary and secure submissions. These insights are essential for building trust and open communication, not only to increase the donor pool and evaluate public awareness but also to address common misconceptions within communities. Ultimately, the study aims to explore how informed perspectives can help reduce systemic inequalities in the allocation of life-saving transplants.