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Pragmatic approaches to genetic screening.

Pierre Mallia1, Henk ten Have

  • 1Radboud University Nijmegen Medical Centre, Department of Ethics, Philosophy, 6500 HB Nijmegen, The Netherlands. pmallia@synapse.net.mt

Medicine, Health Care, and Philosophy
|May 24, 2005
PubMed
Summary

Pragmatic approaches to genetic testing require balancing principles in diverse contexts. However, this approach faces challenges in addressing fundamental value disagreements, particularly concerning embryo status, necessitating the inclusion of diverse ethical viewpoints.

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Area of Science:

  • Bioethics
  • Genetics
  • Philosophy of Science

Background:

  • Pragmatic approaches are increasingly influential in bioethics.
  • The Deweyan approach, influenced by Hegel, offers a framework for contextual principle application.
  • Genetic testing discussions often occur at a macro-ethical level, neglecting micro-level clinical encounters.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To critically appraise pragmatic approaches to genetic testing.
  • To examine the strengths and limitations of pragmatism in bioethical decision-making.
  • To explore the challenges of balancing principles and values in genetic testing contexts.

Main Methods:

  • Appraisal of pragmatic theories, focusing on the Deweyan approach.
  • Analysis of the micro (clinical) and macro (societal) levels of bioethical discourse.
Keywords:
Genetics and ReproductionPhilosophical Approach

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  • Examination of the role of values and consensus in pragmatic bioethics.

    • Main Results:

    • Deweyan pragmatism allows for contextual specification and balancing of principles.
    • A key challenge lies in delineating micro and macro levels of bioethical analysis.
    • Pragmatism's emphasis on social and scientific factors can reframe debates like 'playing God'.
    • Significant challenges arise in achieving consensus when fundamental values (e.g., embryo status) are in deep disagreement.

    Conclusions:

    • Pragmatism offers valuable tools for navigating complex bioethical issues in genetic testing.
    • The approach must acknowledge and incorporate fundamental, potentially conflicting, values for effective compromise.
    • Ignoring deeply held moral disagreements undermines the practical application of pragmatic bioethics.