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  • Surrogacy involves a third party gestating a child for intended parents.
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  • This paper updates previous ESHRE guidelines on surrogacy.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine ethical questions surrounding various surrogacy models.
  • To provide recommendations for ethical surrogacy practices.
  • To ensure the protection and well-being of all individuals involved.

Main Methods:

  • Ethical analysis of surrogacy practices.
  • Review of existing literature and guidelines.
  • Formulation of recommendations based on ethical principles.

Main Results:

  • Non-commercial surrogacy is deemed acceptable for specific indications.
  • The need for protective measures for all parties is highlighted.
  • Emphasis on informed decision-making and risk minimization.

Conclusions:

  • Surrogacy can be an acceptable assisted reproduction technique when ethically managed.
  • Robust frameworks are necessary to safeguard intended parents, gestational carriers, and children.
  • Recommendations are provided to enhance ethical surrogacy practices.