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Ethical and social issues in prenatal sex selection: A survey of geneticists in 37 nations.
- Source :
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Social Science & Medicine . 01/15/98, Vol. 46 Issue 2, p255. 19p. 13 Charts. - Publication Year :
- 1998
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Abstract
- Presents the finding of a study in which 2903 geneticts and genetic counselors in 37-nations performed prenatal diagnosis (PND) for a couple with for girls who want a boy. Details on the plan aborting of female fetus; Information on the percentage who would perform PND in each nation; Discussion on the ethical dilemmas arising out refusing patients request.
- Subjects :
- *PRENATAL genetic testing
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Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 02779536
- Volume :
- 46
- Issue :
- 2
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Social Science & Medicine
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 46161
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1016/S0277-9536(97)00159-7