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Hyperbaric oxygen therapy for a neurologically devastated child: whose decision is it?

John J Paris1, Michael D Schreiber, Frank E Reardon

  • 1Department of Theology, Boston College, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467, USA.

Journal of Perinatology : Official Journal of the California Perinatal Association
|May 7, 2003
PubMed

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Pediatric ethics grapple with who decides medical treatments for children lacking decision-making maturity. This ongoing debate centers on the appropriate standard for these crucial choices.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Ethics
  • Medical Decision-Making

Background:

  • Children inherently lack the maturity to make autonomous medical decisions.
  • Treatment choices for minors necessitate surrogate decision-makers.

Observation:

  • A recent case underscores the unresolved ethical dilemmas surrounding pediatric treatment decisions.
  • The core issue is identifying who should decide and by what ethical standard.

Findings:

  • The legal and ethical frameworks for pediatric medical decision-making remain contested.
  • Determining the appropriate standard of care for children is complex.

Implications:

  • Clarifying decision-making authority is crucial for ethical pediatric care.
  • Establishing clear standards protects children's best interests in medical contexts.

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