Should Nations with Surplus Donated Corneal Tissue Export to Those Without? A Review of Sector Opinion Through the Example of One Nation-Australia

Abstract

Purpose:There is a global demand for corneal tissue (CT) for transplantation, with some nations potentially able to export donations to those nations without. Unfortunately, there remains a global paucity of information that explains the process of exportation and importation (transnational activity), supports or defines practice, or informs those seeking to engage. Without knowledge, inclusive of the pros and cons, participating nations and decision makers are unable to make effective and informed decisions.Methods:Through the example of our own nation, Australia, which may be entering a surplus-To-domestic demand phase and able to export, we conducted qualitative grounded-Theory semistruct..