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E Gero

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PubMed1990

Ethical considerations in fetal tissue transplantation.

Recent research using fetal tissue transplants has expanded possible treatment options for several traumatic and degenerative neurologic disorders. However, the expectations of therapeutic benefit to be gained from these methods have been challenged by an equivalent degree of controversy. Fundamental viewpoints regarding abortion, physical autonomy and the principle of harm have been raised against continuing research and the use of fetal tissue transplants. In this article, we first attempt to elucidate the practice, potential and limitations of such techniques. The critical, yet unresolved issues of supply and sources of fetal tissue are also discussed. In light of these concepts, we examine certain pertinent obligations and ethical concerns that may clarify the nurses' role in dealing with cases involving the use of fetal tissue transplants.

Abortion, Legal↗