Ethical-legal aspects of the treatment of AIDS patients by family doctors

Authors

  • Paulo Sancho Advogado/Consultor Jurídico da Ordem dos Médicos e da A.P.E.C.S.
  • Ana Simões Ferreira Advogada

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.32385/rpmgf.v19i6.9996

Abstract

The most delicate problem posed to family physicians is the combination of secrecy for the HIV-positive patient and protecting the life of others who live together with him.

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Published

2003-11-01

Issue

Vol. 19 No. 6 (2003): Revista Portuguesa de Clínica Geral

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How to Cite

Ethical-legal aspects of the treatment of AIDS patients by family doctors. (2003). Portuguese Journal of Family Medicine and General Practice, 19(6), 617-24. https://doi.org/10.32385/rpmgf.v19i6.9996