Care Standards in Aktion : Eine Ethnografie der Fetomaternalen Praxis Bei Spina Bifida.

Sandra Gratwohl's work explores the intricate medical and social practices surrounding the care standards for individuals with Spina bifida, focusing on fetomaternal surgeries in Switzerland. Through ethnographic research conducted between 2019 and 2021, Gratwohl examines the evolving medical p...

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Main Author: Gratwohl, Sandra
Corporate Author: Walter de Gruyter & Co
Format: eBook
Language:German
Published: Bielefeld : transcript Verlag, 2025.
Edition:1st ed.
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Summary:Sandra Gratwohl's work explores the intricate medical and social practices surrounding the care standards for individuals with Spina bifida, focusing on fetomaternal surgeries in Switzerland. Through ethnographic research conducted between 2019 and 2021, Gratwohl examines the evolving medical protocols, ethical dilemmas, and societal implications of prenatal and postnatal interventions. The book provides a critical analysis of the interactions between medical professionals, patients, and families, addressing issues of responsibility, normalization of procedures, and bioethical considerations. It is intended for scholars in medicine, sociology, and ethics, as well as professionals involved in medical care and policy-making.
Physical Description:1 online resource (0 pages)
ISBN:3839400414
9783839400418