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. 2023 May 2;70(4):483–557. doi: 10.1007/s12630-023-02431-4

We recommend that a minimum of five minutes of observation time is used to confirm permanent cessation of circulation for patients who are potential organ donors undergoing controlled donation after DCC (strong recommendation, moderate certainty in evidence).

We recommend that a minimum of ten minutes of observation time is used to confirm of permanent cessation of circulation for patients who are potential organ donors undergoing uncontrolled donation after DCC (strong recommendation, low certainty in evidence).