Abstract

TABOADA LUGO, Noel. Ethical dilemmas in abortion due to congenital abnormalities. Rev Hum Med [online]. 2017, vol.17, n.1, pp.17-30. ISSN 1727-8120.

Abortion is a world health issue and one of bioethics most complex subjects, since it has psychological, ethical and legal connotations not only for the person who experiences it but also for the society where it is carried out and for the role women play in this society. In order to set forth some of the ethical dilemmas regarding abortion due to congenital abnormalities, a bibliographic review meant to deepen on the subject was conducted. Laws for abortion due to medical, health or life incompatible congenital abnormalities prenatal diagnosis were passed in Cuba in 2013. A genetic counselor's ethical behavior must be based on the ethical and bioethical principles reflected on medical ethics principles which, applied to professional work, ensure and protect its legal practice.

Keywords : Prenatal Diagnosis; Congenital Abnormalities; Abortion.

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