Revista da Associacao Medica Brasileira (1992)
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Rev Assoc Med Bras (1992) · Feb 2022
ReviewEthical and bioethical aspects concerning the disclosure of medical information for a fair reason.
The objective of this study was to emphasize the importance of legal and bioethical knowledge in maintaining medical confidentiality, especially in situations when there is a diagnosis of HIV infection. ⋯ HIV diagnosis implies bioethical and legal questions. Respect for medical confidentiality is a matter to be discussed, as there is a need to protect the privacy of the patient, at the same time the responsibility to preserve the health of others.