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Current and future issues in assisted reproduction.

Kennedy Institute of Ethics Journal

|December 1, 1996

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New reproductive technologies like assisted insemination, in vitro fertilization, and surrogate motherhood have emerged. Ethical debates surrounding these advancements continue, with future complexities anticipated.

Area of Science:

Bioethics
Reproductive Medicine
Public Policy

Background:

The late 20th century witnessed unprecedented advancements in reproductive technologies.
These innovations include assisted insemination, in vitro fertilization, and surrogate motherhood.
Society is navigating the ethical and policy implications of these reproductive revolutions.

Observation:

The essay reviews ethical and public-policy discussions on key reproductive techniques and arrangements.
It distinguishes three phases in the normative debate over the past 25 years.
Ambiguities and characteristics of the ongoing ethical discourse are examined.

Findings:

Assisted insemination, in vitro fertilization, and surrogate motherhood present complex ethical challenges.

Keywords:

American Fertility Society Ethics Advisory Board Genetics and Reproduction

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The ethical debate has evolved through distinct phases over the last quarter-century.

Persistent ambiguities characterize the discourse on reproductive ethics.

Implications:

Understanding past debates is crucial for addressing current ethical dilemmas in reproduction.
Anticipating future ethical issues in reproductive medicine is essential for proactive policy-making.
Continued dialogue is needed to navigate the evolving landscape of reproductive technologies and arrangements.