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April R Dworetz1,2,3, Allison M Whelan4,5, Ashley Waddell Tingstad6
1Division of Neonatology, https://ror.org/03czfpz43Emory University School of Medicine, United States.
Abstract:
Providing physiologic support to a brain-dead pregnant decedent poses complex ethical, legal, and clinical challenges. Understanding these considerations is necessary to navigate complex discussion and provide appropriate medical care. We use a theoretical case to examine these considerations and outline a path forward.
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