When Are Permanent Methods Considered in Pediatrics?
Permanent methods are generally considered in pediatric patients under very specific circumstances. These might include:
1. Severe medical conditions: Adolescents with severe medical conditions that contraindicate pregnancy. 2. Severe intellectual disabilities: In some cases, permanent methods might be considered for adolescents with severe intellectual disabilities, although this is highly controversial and ethically complex. 3. Informed and persistent decision: Older adolescents who have given informed consent and have demonstrated a persistent desire not to have children.
