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In conclusion
There are a number of areas that cannot ever really be ‘resolved’ i.e. the debate about harms and benefits
Evidence is disputed or lacking in this area
What would count as ‘conclusive’ evidence is elusive
Policy makers do not use evidence in straightforward ways Different countries have different approaches
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Soderstrom‐Anttila et al (2016) Surrogacy: outcomes for surrogate mothers, children and the resulting families—a systematic review. Human Reproduction Update, Vol.22, No.2 pp. 260–276
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