Romanian Journal of Pediatrics (Dec 2015)

ETYHICAL ISSUES IN CYSTIC FIBROSIS

  • Dana-Teodora Anton-Paduraru,
  • Magdalena Iorga

DOI
https://doi.org/10.37897/rjp.2015.4.7
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 64, no. 4
pp. 393 – 397

Abstract

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In recent decades, the rapid advances in the diagnosis and treatment of cystic fibrosis led to the emergence of ethical issues related to neonatal screening, gene therapy, organ transplantation, and fertility. Also, transition of patients with cystic fibrosis from pediatric to adult care is not only a professional but also an ethical issue. Understanding the ethical issues related to this condition is crucial to providing optimal care.

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