Bioethics Issue
Bioethics Topic
· Organ Transplantation: Which of several matched donors should receive a particular organ?
These some references about the topic
· http://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMp1307220?query=featured_nephrology
· http://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMp1308078?query=featured_nephrology
· http://donatelife.net/statistics/
· http://www.zdnet.com/article/printable-organs-breakthrough-3d-printed-stem-cells/
· http://www.livescience.com/39885-3d-printing-to-deliver-organs.html
· https://www.thelundreport.org/content/new-law-expected-promote-organ-donation
· http://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-china-33854244
In addition, there are several case-based scenarios with discussions. Links to additional readings and related websites are included at the end of topic.
· with an Emphasis in Pediatrics
· during Anesthesia and Urgent Procedures
· Ethics Committees and Consultation
· Futility
· Interdisciplinary Team Issues
· Mistakes
· Physician-Patient Relationship
· Termination of Life-Sustaining Treatment
· Truth-telling and Withholding Information
Further Bioethics Resources
· Professional Societies & Organizations