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Selective abortion after prenatal diagnosis

V Schubert-Lehnhardt

    Medicine and Law
    |January 1, 1996
    PubMed
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    This study examines ethical arguments against selective abortion and prenatal diagnosis in Europe, using German experiences to suggest ethics can foster diverse decision-making strategies.

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    Area of Science:

    • Bioethics
    • Medical Ethics
    • Reproductive Ethics

    Background:

    • Prenatal diagnosis technologies raise complex ethical questions regarding selective abortion.
    • Societal and cultural values influence perspectives on prenatal diagnosis and selective termination.
    • Divergent historical and political contexts, such as in East and West Germany, shape ethical debates.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To analyze the primary ethical objections to selective abortion following prenatal diagnosis in Europe.
    • To explore the ethical arguments against the utilization of prenatal diagnosis technologies overall.
    • To investigate how differing societal experiences, exemplified by East and West Germany, inform these ethical stances.

    Main Methods:

    • Ethical analysis of arguments concerning selective abortion and prenatal diagnosis.
    Keywords:
    Genetics and Reproduction

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  • Comparative case study approach utilizing experiences from Eastern and Western Germany.
  • Examination of the role of ethics in navigating multicultural perspectives on reproductive decisions.

    • Main Results:

    • Significant ethical concerns exist across Europe regarding selective abortion post-prenatal diagnosis.
    • Arguments against the broader application of prenatal diagnosis stem from various ethical frameworks.
    • Contrasting experiences in East and West Germany highlight diverse societal responses and ethical considerations.

    Conclusions:

    • Ethical frameworks are crucial for addressing the complexities of prenatal diagnosis and selective abortion.
    • Multicultural perspectives enrich the debate, leading to varied decision-making strategies.
    • Integrating ethical considerations can promote understanding and respect for diverse viewpoints in reproductive healthcare.