Ethics in research in pediatrics: principles and problems.

Abstract

Pediatric research is essential for the well-being of children and their future as adults. The importance of this research is beyond doubt and we must advocate for an ethically and legally flawless research that provides knowledge and quality scientific evidence. In all the pediatric scientific societies it is sought to promote this research among its partners, especially the youngest, and our Pediatric Society of Asturias, Cantabria, Castilla y León should not be left out. In recent years there has been a large number of texts and legislation on the subject of ethics in human clinical research, both internationally and nationally. In this review article I will try to organize and update the most important aspects of this problem and specifically discuss those referring to pediatric age, as a vulnerable population. Finally, I will raise the problem of confidentiality of data in observational studies and other aspects to consider in the future of ethics in pediatric research.