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Navigating the Ethical Landscape: Striking a Balance Between Medical Research Progress and Patient Welfare

EasyChair Preprint 11540

8 pagesDate: December 16, 2023

Abstract

In the relentless pursuit of medical research progress, the ethical dimensions of the scientific endeavor cannot be overstated. This research paper critically examines the intricate navigation required to strike a delicate balance between advancing medical knowledge and ensuring the welfare and rights of patients. The ethical landscape in medical research is multifaceted, encompassing considerations such as informed consent, transparency, privacy, and the equitable distribution of benefits and risks. The study investigates historical and contemporary ethical challenges faced by researchers and institutions, exploring cases where the line between progress and patient welfare has been tested. A central focus is placed on the imperative of patient welfare, acknowledging the vulnerability of research participants and the ethical responsibilities inherent in their involvement. The analysis also addresses emerging ethical concerns related to advancements in technology, data privacy, and the globalization of research endeavors.

Keyphrases: Regulatory frameworks, ethical guidelines, human subjects

BibTeX entry
BibTeX does not have the right entry for preprints. This is a hack for producing the correct reference:
@booklet{EasyChair:11540,
  author    = {Danny Jhonson and Jane Smith},
  title     = {Navigating the Ethical Landscape: Striking a Balance Between Medical Research Progress and Patient Welfare},
  howpublished = {EasyChair Preprint 11540},
  year      = {EasyChair, 2023}}
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