Medical Ethics

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BIOMEDICAL JOURNAL OF ERMC EASTERN EUROPEAN

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Issue 2, 2025

Topic Bioethical problems of quantum computing

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Issue 1, 2024

Topic Development of neurotechnologies. Ethical issues and public discussions

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Issue 2, 2024

Topic Ethical aspects of creating clinical guidelines for practitioners

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Issue 3, 2024

Topic Application of artificial intelligence in healthcare: ethical conclusion

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Issue 4, 2024

Topic Implementation of neurotechnologies. Development of ethical guidelines

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Issue 1, 2025

Topic Amendments and additions to the Helsinki Declaration of the World Medical Association "Ethical principles for medical research involving human subjects"

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In modern healthcare, high quality of medical care is one of the key components of successful treatment and improved patient satisfaction. The quality of dental services is not just about accuracy of technical services and professionalism of doctors; it is also associated with maintaining ethical standards and principles that build trust and respect with patients. Ethical aspects in healthcare are essential for guiding the professional conduct of medical professionals proving that they should be involved in the educational process. Future dentists learn about standards of care at departments of public health and healthcare through a complex approach consisting of acquisition of technical and clinical knowledge, and building ethical awareness. This approach shapes a competent specialist who is able to make better decisions in complex and ambiguous situations, addressing patient interests and social values. In this regard, the purpose of this article is to explore the role of ethics in teaching quality standards in dental care, to identify the main challenges and whether it is possible to integrate ethical principles into education. The research objectives include analysis of theoretical foundations of ethics and quality in dentistry, identification of methodological approaches to teaching ethical aspects, as well as discussion of practical recommendations on effective formation of professional competencies among students. The topic is relevant because of increased demands on medical care quality, protection of patients’ rights, and need in specialists who can deliver high-quality and ethically responsible dental care. The aim of the article is to ensure development of pedagogical practices at departments of public health and healthcare and to form the basis for further research in the field of ethical education of medical personnel.

Received: 2025-07-24

Published online: 2025-09-08

DOI: 10.24075/medet.2025.014

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Pleshchev IE, Nikolenko VN, Achkasov EE, Shkrebko AN

Human genome research in sports brings about complex ethical questions related to genetic manipulation for enhancement of performance among athletes. Genes enhancing raises concerns about fairness, equality, and respect for human dignity. This review explores the ethical aspects of human genome research in sports and its potential effect on the integrity of sports. Methodologically, this article provides a systematic analysis of scientific publications and expert insights to explore the ethical challenges of athletic genetics. This study extensively examined the current literature on genetics and sports performance, as well as ethical contradictions in modern science and sports. The literature was searched using Scopus, Google Scholar, and PubMed databases. Keywords included “genetics”, “sports performance”, “ethics”, “bioethics”, “genetic testing”, “human rights”, “sports”. The searching strategy was formulated without time constraints. Thus, both recent and fundamental works in this direction could be included. In conclusion, it is stated in this review that genetic technologies in sports should be developed and applied in accordance with ethical considerations. It is crucial because this is how fundamental principles of fairness, equality, and respect for human dignity can be supported. The review stresses the importance of an open dialogue about the potential influence of genetic advancements on athletic performance, future generations, and integrity of sports.

Received: 2025-07-16

Published online: 2025-08-30

DOI: 10.24075/medet.2025.013

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In this article, the evolution of ethics in traumatology and orthopedics is explored. Timeline history of medical ethics, from ancient postulates to modern professional codes, is discussed. The fundamental principles of modern bioethics are delved into. These include respect for patient autonomy, informed consent, confidentiality and professional responsibility in treating patients with injuries. Particular attention is paid to communication, practical application of ethics in the clinical examination, and continuity of care. The final section highlights the emerging ethical challenges of the 21st century associated with the technological progress, allocation of resources and palliative care in traumatology. The article demonstrates that the doctor–patient relationship has moved from a paternalism-based model to one with active involvement of a patient in the process of treatment.

Received: 2025-07-24

Published online: 2025-08-23

DOI: 10.24075/medet.2025.012

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Along with well-known scientists who dealt with the issues of medical ethics, writers, some of whom were also medical doctors, made a significant contribution to the development of the field under study as well. The surviving pieces of writing are highly valuable not only for Russian culture but also for sciences, especially for biomedical, social and humanitarian sciences. The stories of Anton Chekhov, a doctor, a writer and a public figure of the second half of the 19th century, made a significant contribution to Russian and global culture. Chekhov’s correspondence with his family members and notable figures of that time is an independent layer for researchers. To date, they have been important sources for historians, cultural scientists, health care organizers, lawyers, and specialists in ethics.

Received: 2025-06-02

Published online: 2025-08-23

DOI: 10.24075/medet.2025.011

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Yunusov AS, Molodtsova EV, Maletina DV, Belavina PI

A patient-physician relationship is regulated by the principles of medical ethics and the Law on Healthcare of the Russian Federation. In pediatric practice, ethical issues are even more important. Pediatric otorhinolaryngology is one of the most popular branches of medicine that diagnoses, treats and prevents diseases of the ear, throat and nose (ENT) in children. ENT diseases are most common in childhood. Pathology of the upper respiratory tract and diseases of the ear and mastoid process account for about 20% of all cases. The prevalence of pediatric otorhinolaryngologic diseases currently accounts for 184 per 1,000 children; however, as they age, the chronic pathology of the ear, throat and nose is increasing. This field has its own unique ethical and legal aspects that require special attention of medical professionals, parents, and legislators. In Russia, ethical and legal issues of pediatric otorhinolaryngology have not been addressed for a long period of time, although it has its own peculiarities due to anatomical and physiological features of a child’s ENT organs. The article provides detailed description of ethical and legal problems in the practice of an otorhinolaryngologist and describes how to solve them. Compliance with the rules will improve quality of medical aid among children.

Received: 2025-03-02

Published online: 2025-03-30

DOI: 10.24075/medet.2025.035

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The article is devoted to Kyrgyz folk medicine and its ethical heritage while revealing traditions and methods used in treatment since ancient times. Traditional Kyrgyz medicine has been closely connected with nature and cultural characteristics of the people when herbs, rituals, physical practices and manual therapy were widely used. Healers passed down their knowledge through the generations, including diagnosis of diseases, use of natural resources and spiritual practices. The influence of modern medicine on natural methods of treatment and related ethical issues have also been reviewed in the article. Examples of traditional methods and their transformation in the context of modern medical practices have been provided. The main attention is paid to synthesis of scientific and folk methods of treatment, opening up new prospects for preservation and development of cultural traditions.

Received: 2024-06-28

Published online: 2025-03-31

DOI: 10.24075/medet.2025.036

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