Sophie's Choice: the Moral Dilemma Concerning Siamese Twins

Philosophy and Culture 28 (5):406-439 (2001)
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In this paper, by 2000, was born in Manchester, England in August of conjoined twins with Mary's sister Qiaodi case basis, to explore ethical issues in conjoined twins. This case because of its unique and controversial, the Western countries by a high degree of media attention. Paper consists of four parts, the first lay out the circumstances surrounding the case, gives the reader the relevant facts and have a general understanding of the development. Second, this case is whether the ethical point of contention can be implemented to separate conjoined twins surgery, which the parties have many different positions. It is necessary to view the most important pros and cons and be introduced. Next, the ethical way of thinking based on a variety of different positions, for critical reflection. Reflect the focus is not on some kind of positive or negative conclusion, but rather to view the rationale behind each position or argument. The most part of the comprehensive examination. Through a variety of different positions for criticism, the author will present their own views and explain the main reasons

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Hsiao-Chih Sun
National Taiwan University

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