Alternatives to vivisection

Hunter, Philip

doi:10.15252/embr.201948380

EMBO Reports

2019

DOI: 10.15252/embr.201948380

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Alternatives to vivisection

Philip Hunter¹

Abstract: Scanning and other non‐invasive technologies not only help to address relatives’ concerns over invasive autopsy, but can even yield more information about the cause of death when used in combination.

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The evolving ethics of anatomy: Dissecting an unethical past in order to prepare for a future of ethical anatomical practice

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2022

The Anatomical Record

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Anatomical practice has arguably one of the most ethically challenging histories in the medical sciences. Among the oldest scientific disciplines in medicine, dissection of the human body for scientific purposes occurred as early as the third century Before the Common Era. Throughout the history of anatomical practice, human dissection has occurred in ways that cross the line from progressing medical science to violating the sanctity of the human body. The dissection of the human body creates ethical dilemmas which stem from the need for anatomical science to gain medical knowledge in juxtaposition with prevailing religious and moral views surrounding anatomy as a threat to the sanctity of the human body. This article examines the unethical history of human dissection throughout the ages and explores the rationale behind the unethical practices. In addition, this article explores imperative modern day ethical standards in anatomy including, the ethical handling of human bodies, respecting human life, and ensuring informed consent for dissection of bodies that are donated. Finally, this article explores the question of which ethical prism we should use when dealing with anatomy collections or works of the past. Learning both the history of unethical practices in anatomy and the rationale behind them is imperative so that the discipline can prepare for an ethical, diverse, and inclusive future. This article provides a foundation for understanding the evolution of ethics in anatomical practice and is a valuable resource for students and anatomists alike.

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The evolving ethics of anatomy: Dissecting an unethical past in order to prepare for a future of ethical anatomical practice

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2022

The Anatomical Record

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Alternatives to vivisection

Abstract: Scanning and other non‐invasive technologies not only help to address relatives’ concerns over invasive autopsy, but can even yield more information about the cause of death when used in combination.

Cited by 1 publication

References 8 publications

The evolving ethics of anatomy: Dissecting an unethical past in order to prepare for a future of ethical anatomical practice

The evolving ethics of anatomy: Dissecting an unethical past in order to prepare for a future of ethical anatomical practice

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