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A Womb in Limbo: Life Support, Law, and Medical Ethics

Matters of Life and Death

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Ethical Dilemmas in Life Support and Fetal Rights

This chapter examines the complex ethical and legal challenges surrounding life support decisions for pregnant women who are severely brain damaged or brain dead. It contrasts the approaches in the UK and the U.S., highlighting high-profile cases like Adriana Smith's and the implications of abortion laws post-Roe v. Wade. The discussion emphasizes the balancing act between the rights of the mother and the fetus, addressing the moral questions arising from fetal personhood and the varied legal frameworks impacting healthcare decisions.

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