Hanoi, Oct. 28 -- WHO Representative in Viet Nam Angela Pratt made the recommendation at a press briefing on Tuesday afternoon on the draft revised Law on Donation, Removal and Transplantation of Human Tissues and Organs and Donation and Recovery of Cadavers.

Pratt said WHO supports efforts to expand access to transplantation in line with ethical principles, while emphasizing that donor protection must remain the top priority.

She described organ and tissue donation involving children as a sensitive issue requiring careful consideration and a transparent, equitable and safe system for both donors and recipients.

WHO recommends that the best interests of children and the highest possible level of protection be the primary considerations...