Ethics in the genetics of epilepsy: What are the pros and cons?
- Author:
Satish Jain
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- From:Neurology Asia
2010;15(Supplement 1):33-35
- CountryMalaysia
- Language:English
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Abstract:
Genetic data and tools offer enormous potential benefi ts to humankind but raise signifi cant societal
concerns as well. As the impact of the new genetics grows, we can expect the society to be
increasingly confronted with many novel, challenging, and sometimes disturbing issues. Genetic
testing of complex disorders such as epilepsy raise even more concerns in regards to various social
and ethical issues because of the associated stigma. Proper research involving all concerned should
result in the formulations of guidelines for the clinicians, researchers, people with epilepsy and
their families and health care planners.
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