To Cite or Not to Cite: Approaching Unethical Historical Literature in Dermatology

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Sana Kamboj
Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia, USA

Travis W. Blalock
Department of Dermatology, Emory School of Medicine

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general dermatology, ethics, research ethics, medical education, clinical research, medical humanities, continuing medical education, dermatology and society, ethical violations, professional reputation

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4. Bülow, William et al. “Why Unethical Papers Should Be Retracted.” Journal of medical ethics 47.12 (2021): e32–e32.

5. Moe, Kristine. “Should the Nazi research data be cited?” Hastings Center Report. 14.6 (1984): 5-7.

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2025-07-23
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