title: [Towards a code of conduct for epidemiologists].
abstract: Some of the main ethical problems implied by epidemiologic research are discussed. For most of such problems a univocal solution is not realistic, since they represent genuine conflicts of interpretation. The schematic theses that are put forward aim to be a basis for discussion and for the development of ethical guidelines for epidemiologists. In this process figures different from epidemiologists should also take part.
authors.affiliation: Azienda Ospedaliera S. Giovanni Battista, Torino.
authors.forename: P
authors.initials: P
authors.lastname: Vineis
mesh_terms: D004812:Epidemiologic Methods; D004813:Epidemiology / Q000592:standards*; D004995:Ethics, Professional; D017408:Guidelines as Topic; D006801:Humans; D010344:Patient Advocacy; D011367:Professional Staff Committees / Q000592:standards; D012106:Research; D012941:Social Responsibility