What is Body Donation?

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The donation of the whole body after death for the purpose of medical research and education. Body Donation is important for helping medical students and researchers to understand the human body and for the advancement of science any person wishing to donate their body can make prior arrangements with our Basaveshwara medical college and hospital, before death. Individuals may request a consent form.

 

Basaveshwara medical college and hospital will give information about policies and procedures followed after the potential donor is deceased however. Signing a prior consent form is not compulsory but as preferable so that your family is aware of your decision and the role they need to play in fulfilling your wish..

Why is Body Donation so important?

 

Dead human bodies (called cadavers) are used to teach students about Anatomy. the study of the structure of the body and how it works, It is one of the most important courses in the education of

physicians. surgeons, dentists and other healthcare professionals. Cadavers are also used by research physicians in the development of new life-saving surgical procedures. for example. surgical approaches to various internal organs amongst others The medical institutions receive cadavers by voluntary donations, as well as from the police who donate the unclaimed bodies. These donations are highly valued by staff and students in medical institutions

 

Anatomical bequests are much appreciated and contribute greatly to our understanding of the human body. Anyone considering the option of donating their body to science should know that their gift will be greatly valued. It will play a critical role in helping medical students master the complex anatomy of the human body and will provide researchers with the essential tools to help our patients of tomorrow

 

Are there any limitations or conditions on Body Donation?

 

Though most institutions welcome the offer of a donation. there are certain medical conditions that may lead to the offer being declined Medical Colleges can give you more information about these conditions and any other reasons why a Body Donation may be declined.

 

Depending on the circumstances  of a person’s death. a post-mortem examination may be required  Post-mortem  examination (sometimes referred to as an 'autopsy) is an important reason why a medical school might decline the offer of a Body Donation  We recommend  that potential donors and their families be prepared to consider alternative arrangements  in these

Circumstances. Which can arise unexpectedly.

 

How do I donate my Body?

 

You need to identify and get in touch with our Basaveshwara Medical College and Hospital in order to register your wish to donate your body after death in your city.

 

You can obtain this information by clicking on the below Body Donation Form in Kannada & English format.

 

The most important thing that you need to know is that, after your death it is your family or next who will carry out the process of donating your body Therefore. It’s very important that they

are involved in your decision, aware of your wishes and are comfortable carrying out the entire  process. Their support is of paramount importance.