Social, ethical and legal issues of ovum freezing
10.3760/cma.j.cn101441-20191024-00481
- VernacularTitle:冷冻卵子的社会、伦理和法律问题
- Author:
Sushi JIANG
1
;
Yabo YANG
;
Yanjun FAN
;
Fu BAI
;
Shen LIN
;
Dongzi YANG
;
Xiaomiao ZHAO
Author Information
1. 中山大学孙逸仙纪念医院生殖中心，广州 510120
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Oocyte cryopreservation;
Ethical analysis;
Legislation
- From:
Chinese Journal of Reproduction and Contraception
2020;40(10):871-875
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
-
Abstract:
The rapid development of oocyte cryopreservation in recent years has provided a new means for the preservation of women's fertility. Some assisted reproductive institutions in China have gradually carried out the clinical application of oocyte cryopreservation. However, oocyte cryopreservation is far behind embryo and sperm freezing in terms of technology, and cryopreservation of human oocytes can only be used as one of the options for female fertility preservation. Morever, allowing the egg bank completely has much management difficulties in our country, which can easily lead to ethical problems. However, there is a real need for oocyte cryopreservation in women with premature ovarian failure who are about to undergo radiotherapy and chemotherapy. This article summarizes the social, ethical and technical issues and controversies that may arise from egg freezing, and introduces the laws and regulations in various countries. We expect the healthy development of egg freezing technology and can satisfy the needs and wishes of women's reproduction effectively within a reasonable range.
