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Surrogacy Faces Challenges in U.S., Other Nations

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Expert Analysis Rom a Meeting on in Vitro Fertilization and Embryo Transfer

Oversight of interactions between the surrogate and infertile couple should be mediated, the underlying premise being that the surrogate should bond with the couple rather than the child.

Several small studies have found that this goal is usually achieved, with no psychological problems detected in well-screened surrogates or commissioning mothers, Dr. Garzo said.

Dr. Garzo reported no relevant financial conflicts of interest.

In India, surrogacy for couples around the world has become a $445 million-a-year business.

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