Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Psychosurgery01:30

Psychosurgery

78
Psychosurgery, the surgical alteration or permanent removal of brain tissue to alleviate severe psychological conditions, stands as one of the most radical and controversial treatments in the history of mental health care. Its development and application have evolved significantly, marked by dramatic shifts in scientific understanding and ethical perspectives.
Historical Development of Psychosurgery
In the 1930s, Portuguese neurologist Antonio Egas Moniz introduced a surgical procedure designed...
78
Ethical Issues01:27

Ethical Issues

1.0K
Nurses are essential in patient care, upholding the ethical principles of their profession and effectively navigating ethical dilemmas. Neglecting ethical issues can lead to inadequate patient care, compromised therapeutic relationships, and moral distress among healthcare workers.
Ethical Concerns in Healthcare:
1.0K
Ethical Dilemmas I01:17

Ethical Dilemmas I

950
Ethical dilemmas in nursing are of utmost importance, as they often arise from the tension between adhering to core ethical principles and the practical realities of healthcare delivery. These dilemmas require nurses to navigate complex situations where competing ethical considerations pull them in different directions.
Let us explore some examples to understand the potentially complex moral decisions nurses face.
Take the case of caring for minors, particularly in areas related to reproductive...
950
Socioemotional Experience and Gender Development01:30

Socioemotional Experience and Gender Development

58
Social-emotional experiences and cultural influences play significant roles in shaping gender development. During middle childhood, from ages 6 to 11, peer groups become dominant in reinforcing gender norms. Children in this age group often align with same-gender peer groups, which actively encourage behaviors that conform to traditional gender roles. For instance, boys may be discouraged from engaging in activities perceived as feminine, reinforcing culturally dictated norms about masculinity...
58
Ethics and Bioethics01:22

Ethics and Bioethics

1.4K
Ethics is a philosophical study of moral actions. Ethics attempts to determine what is valuable for individuals and society. It examines the rational justification of moral judgments and analyzes what is morally just, fair, and right. Bioethics is a sub-discipline of applied ethics that analyzes the philosophical, social, and legal issues in life sciences and medicine. Ethical theories serve as a foundation for decision-making and represent the viewpoints from which people seek direction. They...
1.4K
Ethical Dilemmas II01:30

Ethical Dilemmas II

1.1K
Resolving an ethical dilemma in healthcare involves a systematic approach that considers every aspect of the issue, respecting both the patient's needs and values and the healthcare professional's ethical obligations. Here are potential steps to resolve an ethical dilemma:
1.1K

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

[What do our patients want? Patients' expectations and requests during an initial plastic surgery consultation].

Annales de chirurgie plastique et esthetique·2025
Same author

[Impact of the number of pregnancies on the venous outflow of DIEP flap in breast reconstruction: A clinical and CT-scan study].

Annales de chirurgie plastique et esthetique·2024
Same author

[3D printing in plastic surgery, an accessible tool: Technical note around a case of otopoiesis assisted by 3D model].

Annales de chirurgie plastique et esthetique·2023
Same author

[How I do…to repair posterior perineal tissue loss with a posterior vaginal mucosa flap after vulvectomy].

Gynecologie, obstetrique, fertilite & senologie·2021
Same author

Surgery and COVID-19: Balancing the nosocomial risk a french academic center experience during the epidemic peak.

The British journal of surgery·2020
Same author

Immediate vaginal reconstruction following pelvic exenteration using the pedicled vertical Deep Inferior Epigastric Perforator (DIEP) flap: A technical note.

Annales de chirurgie plastique et esthetique·2020

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Jul 17, 2025

Establishment of Rat Models Mimicking Gender-affirming Hormone Therapies
06:27

Establishment of Rat Models Mimicking Gender-affirming Hormone Therapies

Published on: January 10, 2025

787

[Ethical issues of gender reassignment surgery].

J-P Meningaud1

  • 1Service de chirurgie plastique, reconstructrice, esthétique et maxillo-faciale, CHU Henri-Mondor, 1, rue Gustave-Eiffel, 94000 Créteil, France.

Annales De Chirurgie Plastique Et Esthetique
|August 30, 2023
PubMed
Summary

Ethical considerations in gender reassignment involve balancing self-determination with potential risks, especially for minors. Key issues include informed consent, access to care, and professional competence in navigating complex gender identity decisions.

Keywords:
Chirurgie de réassignation sexuelleEthicsSex reassignment surgeryTranssexualismTranssexualismeÉthique

More Related Videos

Orthotopic Ovarian Transplantation Procedures to Investigate the Life- and Health-span Influence of Ovarian Senescence in Female Mice
06:49

Orthotopic Ovarian Transplantation Procedures to Investigate the Life- and Health-span Influence of Ovarian Senescence in Female Mice

Published on: February 12, 2018

10.9K
Laparoscopic Oocyte Retrieval and Cryopreservation during Vaginoplasty for Treatment of Mayer-Rokitansky-Kuster-Hauser Syndrome
11:53

Laparoscopic Oocyte Retrieval and Cryopreservation during Vaginoplasty for Treatment of Mayer-Rokitansky-Kuster-Hauser Syndrome

Published on: May 10, 2022

3.6K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Jul 17, 2025

Establishment of Rat Models Mimicking Gender-affirming Hormone Therapies
06:27

Establishment of Rat Models Mimicking Gender-affirming Hormone Therapies

Published on: January 10, 2025

787
Orthotopic Ovarian Transplantation Procedures to Investigate the Life- and Health-span Influence of Ovarian Senescence in Female Mice
06:49

Orthotopic Ovarian Transplantation Procedures to Investigate the Life- and Health-span Influence of Ovarian Senescence in Female Mice

Published on: February 12, 2018

10.9K
Laparoscopic Oocyte Retrieval and Cryopreservation during Vaginoplasty for Treatment of Mayer-Rokitansky-Kuster-Hauser Syndrome
11:53

Laparoscopic Oocyte Retrieval and Cryopreservation during Vaginoplasty for Treatment of Mayer-Rokitansky-Kuster-Hauser Syndrome

Published on: May 10, 2022

3.6K

Area of Science:

  • Medical Ethics
  • Gender Studies
  • Psychiatry

Context:

  • Gender reassignment involves complex ethical dilemmas.
  • Debates surround gender identity, self-determination, and medical interventions.
  • Concerns exist regarding the potential for rushed decisions, particularly for minors.

Purpose:

  • To explore the multifaceted ethical issues inherent in gender reassignment.
  • To examine the tension between the right to medical care and the need for careful decision-making.
  • To analyze the ethical implications of diagnosing gender dysphoria and its link to treatment.

Summary:

  • Ethical debates in gender reassignment question gender identity and self-determination.
  • Access to medical care for perceived gender is balanced against concerns about hasty decisions, especially for minors.
  • Pathologizing gender dysphoria, surgical requirements for marital status, informed consent, professional competence, and stigma complicate ethical considerations.

Impact:

  • Highlights the need for careful ethical frameworks in gender-affirming care.
  • Informs discussions on patient rights, medical standards, and societal perceptions.
  • Contributes to a nuanced understanding of ethical challenges in gender reassignment.