(Newser) – The 22-week-old fetus of the pregnant Texas woman being kept on life support against her wishes is "distinctly abnormal," lawyers for Marlise Munoz's family say. The attorneys say they have medical records showing as much, and want to clear up any "misconceptions about the condition of the fetus," NBC News reports. Specifically, their statement says:
- "The lower extremities are deformed to the extent the gender cannot be determined."
- The fetus is experiencing hydrocephalus, or brain swelling.
- The fetus may also have a heart problem.
- There appear to be "further abnormalities" that can't be specifically determined since Munoz's body is "immobile," the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports.
Fetus in Texas Life Support Case 'Distinctly Abnormal'
2 comments:
"Distinctly abnormal"? Is that the politically correct way of saying, "disabled"?
It's hard on everyone involved, but it also comes down to the question of the fetus' rights.
Does the fetus have a right to live no matter if he/she is distinctly abnormal or not?
I think most people with serious disabilities treasure life, even though life wasn't fair to them and gave them obstacles most people don't have to deal with. Still they're glad to be alive.
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