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Changing attitudes towards third-party reproductive techniques.

Dorothy A Greenfeld1

  • 1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Yale University School of Medicine, New Haven, Connecticut 06520-8063, USA. dorothy.greenfeld@yale.edu

Current Opinion in Obstetrics & Gynecology
|May 29, 2002
PubMed
Summary

Third-party reproduction is increasing globally, shifting towards more open gamete donation practices. This trend emphasizes donor well-being and disclosure to donor-conceived offspring.

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The impact of disclosure on donor gamete participants: donors, intended parents and offspring.

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Area of Science:

  • Reproductive Medicine
  • Bioethics
  • Public Policy

Background:

  • Global rise in third-party reproductive techniques, including gamete donation.
  • Increasing demand for assisted reproductive technologies worldwide.
  • Evolving societal norms regarding family formation and genetic origins.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the trend towards increased openness in gamete donation.
  • To examine policy shifts concerning donor identity and anonymity.
  • To address concerns regarding donor well-being and offspring disclosure.

Main Methods:

  • Review of public policy changes related to gamete donation.
  • Analysis of trends in gamete donor anonymity versus openness.
  • Examination of ethical considerations for donors and offspring.

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Main Results:

  • Significant global trend towards reduced anonymity in gamete donation.
  • Public policies are adapting to favor greater donor transparency.
  • Growing emphasis on the psychological well-being of gamete donors.
  • Increased advocacy for informing donor-conceived individuals about their origins.

Conclusions:

  • The landscape of gamete donation is shifting towards greater openness.
  • Policy and ethical frameworks are evolving to support donor-conceived individuals' right to information.
  • Future considerations must balance donor privacy with the rights and well-being of offspring.