Ethical issues and controversies related to egg sharing donation program

VernacularTitle:赠卵与受卵助孕的伦理问题及争议
Author: Xiao SHI ¹ ; Song QUAN ¹
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1. 南方医科大学南方医院生殖中心，广州　510515
Publication Type:Journal Article
Keywords: Fertilization in vitro; Embryo transfer; Ethics; Egg donation; Egg donation reception
From: Chinese Journal of Reproduction and Contraception 2025;45(4):329-332
CountryChina
Language:Chinese
Abstract: In vitro fertilization and embryo transfer (IVF-ET) with egg donation can help women who are unable to conceive by their own egg due to advanced age or the other various reasons. This technique could fulfill their desire to become mothers. Although this technique is well developed and has been widely used, there are still many ethical issues waiting to address, such as the sources of donor eggs, the criteria for donors and recipients, the number donated and receipted eggs, compensation for donation, disclosure of the information of donor and recipient. It is necessary to thoroughly discuss and carefully consider these issues to provide new insights for adjusting management policies and resolving ethical controversies in reproductive medicine.