The ethics of organ transplantation

• Other Authors: Shelton, Wayne N., Balint, John
• Format: Electronic eBook
• Language: English
• Published: Amsterdam ; New York : Elsevier Science, 2001.
• Edition: 1st ed.
• Series: Advances in bioethics ; v. 7
• Subjects: Transplantation of organs, tissues, etc. > Moral and ethical aspects.; Medical ethics.; Medical ethics & professional conduct.; Transplant surgery.; Medical > Ethics.

Since the 1970s, we have witnessed astonishing scientific and technical progress in the field of organ transplantation. Patients who suffer organ failure can now often have their lives greatly improved both in terms of quality and quantity of years. The success of transplantation techniques has crea...