He said that once a patient has been diagnosed as brain dead and donation is a possibility , a donor coordinator will approach their family to learn more about the patient 's history . Surgeon says shortages of donors mean they must use imperfect organs . 49 percent of last year 's lung donors in the UK were smokers . U.S. doctors say one in five donated organs may have a problem . They are thoroughly checked for suitability before transplant , says surgeon .
Surgeon says shortages of donors mean they must use imperfect organs . 49 percent of last year 's lung donors in the UK were smokers . U.S. doctors say one in five donated organs may have a problem . They are thoroughly checked for suitability before transplant , says surgeon .