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Heart and Soul

Gregory E Kaebnick

    The Hastings Center Report
    |February 25, 2021
    PubMed

    Insights

    Artificial organs like artificial heart devices can significantly alter a patient's lived experience of their body and self. This understanding is crucial for patient-centered care and bioethical policy-making.

    Area of Science:

    • Bioethics
    • Phenomenology
    • Medical Sociology

    Background:

    • Explores the lived experience of patients with artificial heart devices.
    • Examines the impact of artificial organs on the patient's sense of self and embodiment.
    • Draws on phenomenological philosophy and empirical research.

    Discussion:

    • Artificial organs may create divergent experiences of the body and self for patients.
    • Highlights the importance of understanding the subjective impact of medical technology.
    • Considers the broader implications for patient care and medical practice.

    Key Insights:

    • Artificial heart devices can profoundly influence a patient's embodied experience.
    • The subjective impact of artificial organs requires careful consideration in clinical settings.
    • Phenomenological approaches offer valuable insights into patient experiences with medical technology.

    Outlook:

    • Future research should continue to explore the patient experience with artificial organs.
    • Informs patient-centered care strategies and ethical considerations in medical device development.
    • Contributes to discussions on public involvement in bioethical policy-making, especially concerning the COVID-19 pandemic.

    Keywords:
    AHDCovid-19artificial heart devicesbody-selfclinical ethicsdemocratic deliberation

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