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Causes of brain death in 228 effectuated organ donors age ≥ 12 yrs (1987 to 2009) n = 228
| Cause n (%) | 1987 to 1998 | 1999 to 2009 | Total | P-value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SAH | 51 (41.5) | 63 (60.0) | 114 (50.0) | 0.049 |
| ICH | 18 (14.6) | 11 (10.5) | 29 (12.7) | |
| TBI | 44 (35.8) | 22 (21.0) | 66 (28.9) | |
| Other | 10 (8.1) | 9 (8.5) | 19 (8.4) | |
| Total | 123 | 105 | 228 |
ICH, intracerebral haemorrhage; SAH, subarachnoid haemorrhage; TBI, traumatic brain injury
