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Ethics, genetics and pediatrics.

Ricardo Timm de Souza¹, José Roberto Goldim

¹Instituto de Filosofia e Ciências Humanas, Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio Grande do Sul (PUCRS), Porto Alegre, RS, Brazil.

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Summary

Genetic advancements pose new ethical dilemmas in pediatrics, particularly concerning family relationships. Recognizing the "Other" is crucial for navigating these complex physician-patient-family dynamics.

Area of Science:

Bioethics
Pediatric Genetics

Background:

Contemporary ethical considerations in medicine.
The intricate relationship between genetics and pediatric care.

Purpose of the Study:

To explore the ethical challenges at the intersection of genetics and pediatrics.
To examine the influence of family dynamics on these ethical issues.

Main Methods:

Intellectual synthesis of authors' expertise.
Review of relevant bibliographic references.

Main Results:

Genetics introduces novel ethical challenges in pediatrics.
The continuous family relationship amplifies these challenges, creating unprecedented situations for healthcare professionals.

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Conclusions:

Emphasizes the importance of recognizing the 'Other' in their multifaceted dimensions.
Highlights the impact of this recognition on the physician-patient-family relationship.