Medicine, Intersex, and Conceptions of Futurity: Examining the Intersections of Responsibility and Uncertainty
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ndltd-OhioLink-oai-etd.ohiolink.edu-osu16185920718485212021-10-06T05:10:48Z Medicine, Intersex, and Conceptions of Futurity: Examining the Intersections of Responsibility and Uncertainty Beight, Debra Lynn Ethics Gender Studies Intersex fertility futurity bioethics queer theory disability theory crip theory The medical management of intersex persons focuses primarily on forms over functions, with limited attention paid to the futurity for these individuals through reproductive capabilities and fertility preservation. Some types of intersex conditions preclude reproductive or preservation options, while other impediments to these capacities stem from surgical interventions to address malignancy risks or from sexual assignment procedures. There is clear documentation for general medical management, debates on the ethical implications of sex assignment interventions, as well as some addressment for fertility preservation options for post-pubertal individuals. Absent is inquiry into medicine’s relationship with intersex futures, and this paper seeks to delve into the driving influences of socio-cultural norms that direct intersex medical interventions. Specifically, I ask what, if any, obligation does medicine have to intersex futurity. By interrogating conceptions of proxy decision-making on open futures, noting hegemonic norms that direct collective understanding, and challenging these norms through queer, disability, and crip perspectives, I have presented the conversations that are being had as well as highlighting the ones that are still needed. Acceptance of fallibility and contributing unknowns gives space to confront responsibilities and obligations, re-evaluating engagement with the norms behind ethical decision making. 2021-10-05 English text The Ohio State University / OhioLINK http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1618592071848521 http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1618592071848521 unrestricted This thesis or dissertation is protected by copyright: all rights reserved. It may not be copied or redistributed beyond the terms of applicable copyright laws. |
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Medicine, Intersex, and Conceptions of Futurity: Examining the Intersections of Responsibility and Uncertainty |
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Medicine, Intersex, and Conceptions of Futurity: Examining the Intersections of Responsibility and Uncertainty |
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medicine, intersex, and conceptions of futurity: examining the intersections of responsibility and uncertainty |
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The Ohio State University / OhioLINK |
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2021 |
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