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Genetic isolation of adoptees

K D Hansen, G S Omenn

    Journal of Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus
    |July 1, 1980
    PubMed
    Summary

    Adoption record secrecy hinders genetic counseling for at-risk adoptees. A proposed administrative procedure could improve access to vital genetic information for medical care.

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    Area of Science:

    • Ophthalmology
    • Genetics
    • Medical Law

    Background:

    • Pediatric ophthalmologists face challenges providing genetic counseling to adoptees at risk for genetic diseases.
    • State statutes mandate the secrecy of adoption records, held by agencies, courts, and registrars.
    • Current legal frameworks often necessitate lawsuits for clinicians to access parental information for at-risk adoptees.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To highlight the difficulties pediatric ophthalmologists encounter when delivering genetic counseling to adoptees.
    • To propose a streamlined administrative process for accessing adoption information for genetic counseling purposes.

    Main Methods:

    • Analysis of state statutes regarding adoption record confidentiality.
    • Review of legal procedures currently required for accessing adoption records.
    • Proposal of an administrative procedure for information access.

    Main Results:

    • Existing laws create significant barriers to obtaining crucial genetic information for adoptees.
    • Litigation is often the only recourse for clinicians seeking parental information.
    • The proposed administrative procedure offers a potential solution to bypass legal hurdles.

    Conclusions:

    • Current adoption record laws impede essential genetic counseling and treatment for at-risk adoptees.
    • An administrative pathway for accessing adoption information is needed to facilitate timely genetic care.
    • Improved access to genetic information is critical for the well-being of adoptees.

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