Book chapter
Ethical Issues in Cochlear Implantation
Handbook of Neuroethics, pp.815-826
Springer Netherlands
2014
Abstract
Conventional perspectives regarding the ethical issues around cochlear implantation are often simplistic and under-informed. A common assumption is that there is a choice between unequivocal acceptance of the benefit of the technology on the one hand, and a choice based on respect for the integrity and values of the Deaf community on the other. The parameters of perceived choice are explored and it is concluded that such a simplistic model fails to recognize the complex and heterogeneous array of variables that need to be considered by, and the options that are available for, the individuals concerned, their families, and the medical practitioners advising them.
Details
- Title
- Ethical Issues in Cochlear Implantation
- Authors
- Linda Komesaroff (Author) - Deakin UniversityPaul A Komesaroff (Author) - Monash UniversityMervyn B Hyde (Author) - University of the Sunshine Coast - Faculty of Science, Health, Education and Engineering
- Contributors
- J Clausen (Editor)N Levy (Editor)
- Publication details
- Handbook of Neuroethics, pp.815-826
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Date published
- 2014
- DOI
- 10.1007/978-94-007-4707-4_125
- ISBN
- 9789400747067
- Organisation Unit
- School of Education - Legacy; University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland
- Language
- English
- Record Identifier
- 99449010202621
- Output Type
- Book chapter
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