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Medical misadventures.

K Lewis1

  • 1Oxford University (Brasenose College), 4, New Square, Lincoln's Inn, London, WC2A 3RJ.

The Medical Journal of Malaysia
|October 15, 2003
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Area of Science:

  • Medical Ethics
  • Legal Medicine
  • Sociology of Law

Background:

  • Historical context of abortion law in the UK, highlighting societal shifts from religious influence to secular expectations.
  • The prevalence and risks associated with illegal abortions prior to legislative reform.
  • The evolution of legal frameworks governing pregnancy terminations in response to public demand and changing societal values.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a historical overview of abortion legislation in the UK.
  • To examine the legal and ethical considerations surrounding pregnancy terminations.
  • To discuss current medico-legal issues faced by healthcare professionals providing abortion services.

Main Methods:

  • Historical legal analysis of key statutes and case law.

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  • Review of societal and ethical debates influencing abortion policy.
  • Examination of contemporary medico-legal challenges in reproductive healthcare.

    • Main Results:

    • The UK's abortion law has evolved from restrictive statutes to the current framework under the Abortion Act 1967, amended by the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Act 1990.
    • Landmark cases like R. v. Bourne (1939) demonstrated early legal flexibility, influencing later reforms.
    • The current law accommodates conscientious objections for healthcare professionals and is largely accepted by society, despite ongoing debates on specific provisions.

    Conclusions:

    • The legal framework for pregnancy termination in the UK reflects a complex interplay of historical, ethical, and societal factors.
    • While the current law is established, ongoing medico-legal issues persist, particularly concerning clinical negligence and its impact on patient outcomes.
    • The evolution of abortion law demonstrates a societal adaptation to changing moral landscapes and healthcare needs.