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Book Synopsis: Due to new developments in prenatal testing and therapy the fetus is increasingly visible, examinable and treatable in prenatal care. Accordingly, physicians tend to perceive the fetus as a patient and understand themselves as having certain professional duties towards it. However, it is far from clear what it means to speak of a patient in this connection.
This volume explores the usefulness and limitations of the concept of 'fetal patient' against the background of the recent seminal developments in prenatal or fetal medicine. It does so from an interdisciplinary and international perspective. Featuring internationally recognized experts in the field, the book discusses the normative implications of the concept of 'fetal patient' from a philosophical-theoretical as well as from a legal perspective. This includes its implications for the autonomy of the pregnant woman as well as its consequences for physician-patient interactions in prenatal medicine.
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Discover the groundbreaking book, "The Fetus as a Patient (Biomedical Law and Ethics Library)" that delves into the fascinating world of prenatal care. With the latest advancements in prenatal testing and therapy, the fetus is now more visible, examinable, and treatable than ever before. This has led physicians to perceive the fetus as a patient, with a set of professional duties towards it. However, the concept of the fetal patient is not without its complexities.
In this interdisciplinary and internationally acclaimed volume, leading experts in the field explore the concept of the fetal patient from both philosophical-theoretical and legal perspectives. Delve into the normative implications of this concept and gain insights into its effects on the autonomy of the pregnant woman and physician-patient interactions in prenatal medicine.
With its comprehensive analysis and thought-provoking discussions, "The Fetus as a Patient (Biomedical Law and Ethics Library)" is a must-read for medical professionals, legal practitioners, and anyone interested in the ethical and legal aspects of prenatal care. Don't miss the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of this evolving field.
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