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Stimulating debate: ethics in a multidisciplinary functional neurosurgery committee.

Authors :
Ford PJ
Kubu CS
Source :
Journal of medical ethics [J Med Ethics] 2006 Feb; Vol. 32 (2), pp. 106-9.
Publication Year :
2006

Abstract

Multidisciplinary healthcare committees meet regularly to discuss patients' candidacy for emerging functional neurosurgical procedures, such as Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS). Through debate and discussion around the surgical candidacy of particular patients, functional neurosurgery programs begin to mold practice and policy supported both by scientific evidence and clear value choices. These neurosurgical decisions have special considerations not found in non-neurologic committees. The professional time used to resolve these conflicts provides opportunities for the emergence of careful, ethical practices simultaneous with the expansion of therapy applications.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0306-6800
Volume :
32
Issue :
2
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Journal of medical ethics
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
16446416
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1136/jme.200X.013151