In
the present article, we will be focusing on the possible scenarios that could
raise from the analysis of the anencephalic newborn as organ donor. These
scenarios are as follows: 1) organ donation is banned; 2) organ donation is
possibile according to the brain death criterion; 3) in order to perform organ
donation, a changement is needed: we need to introduce the cortical death
criterion; 4) finally, our perspective, which goes beyond utilitarianism and
the dignity-based approach. We will conclude our article presenting some
philosophical considerations regarding bioethical issues such as utilitarianism
and dignity.
Classified "A" by ANVUR in the fields 11/D1, 11/D2 Scientific in the field 14.
