Preimplantation diagnosis Discuss expansion of target disease Obstetrics and Gynecology Association January 25, 18:01
The Japanese Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology expands the scope of acceptance of the `` pre-implantation diagnosis '' that examines specific genes etc. of in vitro fertilized fertilized eggs and returns those that do not have abnormalities to the uterus, which has a significant effect on life He suggested that he would allow his / her illness if there was no effective treatment.
The Japanese Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology has so far approved the implementation of "pre-implantation diagnosis" only when giving birth to a child with a hereditary disease that may die before becoming an adult, Launched a council of healthcare professionals and ethics experts to discuss whether to extend the scope of life-threatening diseases such as hereditary eye cancers .
The first council will be held on the 25th, and the society will give birth to children with inherited illnesses that can die after adulthood, or illnesses that have a significant impact on their lives, for which there is currently no effective treatment He showed a draft that would allow implementation in cases where there is a possibility.
Some members commented, "I am worried that even mild illnesses will be recognized." On the other hand, some members say that the hurdle for implementation is too high compared to other diagnostic techniques. , We will continue to discuss.
"With the advancement of genetic analysis technology, it has become necessary to revise the rules. I would like to consider new opinions after hearing opinions from various viewpoints," said Tadashi Kimura, Chair of the Japanese Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Talking