title: [A comparison of reproductive rights in Europe: a right to reproduce?].
abstract: This article discusses the meaning of reproductive rights, and European attitudes to this issue, from both the ethical and legal standpoints. There is a difference in the international nomenclature between "reproductive rights "and a "right to reproduce", which translates in medical practice into a right to fertility treatment. Major national differences are outlined, particularly between France and the UK. Finally, the new phenomenon of cross-border reproductive care, a direct consequence of different national interpretations of reproductive rights, is discussed.
authors.forename: Françoise
authors.initials: F
authors.lastname: Shenfield
mesh_terms: D005060:Europe / Q000453:epidemiology; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D057193:Medical Tourism; D037022:Posthumous Conception / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence; D012098:Reproduction; D046269:Reproductive Rights / Q000191:economics / Q000706:statistics & numerical data; D014019:Tissue Donors