Abstract

GARAYCOCHEA CANNON, Virginia A.. Surrogacy, are we prepared in Peru? A reflection from an ethical point of view. Rev. peru. ginecol. obstet. [online]. 2023, vol.69, n.2, 00011.  Epub July 06, 2023. ISSN 2304-5132.  http://dx.doi.org/10.31403/rpgo.v69i2518.

The development of medical technology makes possible incredible procedures that modify the conceptions of life and death. The beginning of biological life with conception and the consideration of the beginning of the human person question the limits that should be established in consideration of the respect for the dignity of the person. Assisted reproduction techniques have been evolving, creating expectations for the best results and opening possibilities of parenthood to couples and single persons. The recognition of sexual and reproductive rights was a milestone that led to the realization of surrogacy or surrogate motherhood. However, ethical and legal conflicts have arisen in which the basic issues are the respect for the rights of the persons involved and the different cultural and economic contexts in which this medical practice is developed. The various legislations that have arisen range from lax, permissive and utilitarian to conservative positions. Between the two, there are a series of nuances, where ethical reflection looks for the best courses of action, considering the principle of reality and always considering respect for the rights and dignity of the people involved.

Keywords : Surrogate mothers; Gestational mothers; Ethics.

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