Gestational Surrogacy and Ethical Considerations

Gestational surrogacy provides patients with the ability to reproduce in the wake of medical contraindications to pregnancy or an inability to become pregnant. Outcomes of gestational surrogacy are overall positive and are quite similar to those of other assisted reproductive technologies. Gestational surrogacy presents several ethical considerations, including gestational carrier autonomy, procreative liberty, access to care, and cross-border surrogacy. Additionally, its legalities differ between states. Gestational surrogacy continues to be a topic that is worthy of consideration, legislation, and discussion.