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I will not give to a woman a pessary to cause abortion.

“I will not give to a woman a pessary to cause abortion.” quote by Hippocrates
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“I will not give to a woman a pessary to cause abortion.”

Hippocrates

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

A physician should not provide a pessary to induce abortion, emphasizing non‑intervention.

In simple terms: Doctors should not force abortion with devices.

Key Takeaway

Respect patient autonomy.

Themes

ethics reproductive health medical practice

Mood

thoughtful neutral

Type

ethical historical

When to use this quote

  • family planning
  • clinical counseling
  • legal debates
  • ethical training

Key Concepts

non‑maleficence patient rights historical medicine

Questions to Reflect On

  • Is non‑intervention always ethical?
  • How do cultural norms affect medical decisions?
A Different Perspective

Historical context differs; modern views on reproductive rights have evolved.

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