Biomedical Ethics
/ˌbaɪoʊˈmɛdɪkəl ˈɛθɪks/
Definitions
- (n.) The field of study addressing ethical issues arising from biomedical research, medical practice, and healthcare law.
The hospital's ethics committee reviewed the case to ensure compliance with biomedical ethics.
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- biomedical ethics
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Commentary
Often intersects with law in regulating clinical trials, patient rights, and biotechnology; precise terminology helps in drafting policies and legal instruments.
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