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[Surgical interventions in animals: veterinary-ethical considerations].

L J Rutgers1

  • 1Werkgroep Diergeneeskunde & Samenleving, Faculteit der Diergeneeskunde, Rijksuniversiteit Utrecht.

Tijdschrift Voor Diergeneeskunde
|April 1, 1991
PubMed
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Veterinary professionals face moral dilemmas balancing human interests and animal welfare. This study introduces reflective equilibrium, a decision-making model using four moral principles to guide ethical choices in animal surgery.

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Area of Science:

  • Veterinary Ethics
  • Animal Welfare Science
  • Moral Philosophy

Context:

  • Veterinary practice frequently presents ethical challenges where human interests conflict with moral obligations to animals.
  • The increasing recognition of animal well-being and intrinsic value necessitates robust ethical frameworks in veterinary decision-making.
  • Distinguishing between medically necessary and non-therapeutic (utility) surgeries is crucial for ethical analysis.

Purpose:

  • To present and apply the model of reflective equilibrium for ethical decision-making in veterinary practice.
  • To analyze the ethical considerations specific to veterinary surgical procedures, categorizing them into medically indicated and utility surgeries.
  • To provide a structured approach for veterinarians to navigate moral problems arising from conflicting interests.

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Summary:

  • The study outlines a moral decision-making model based on reflective equilibrium, integrating moral intuitions with fundamental ethical principles.
  • Four core principles are applied: beneficence, non-malfeasance, justice, and respect for animal integrity.
  • The model is specifically demonstrated through an analysis of ethical issues in animal surgery, differentiating between therapeutic and utility procedures.

Impact:

  • Offers a systematic method for veterinarians to achieve clarity and take a definitive stance on complex moral issues.
  • Promotes a more consistent and ethically sound approach to animal surgery, particularly concerning non-therapeutic interventions.
  • Enhances the ethical consideration of animal well-being and intrinsic value in veterinary practice, contributing to improved animal welfare outcomes.