answer:I’m troubled by it as well, and I am Catholic. I do not see where in my religion it states, “Save the life of a child with every modern medical method possible”. It’s detrimental to the child, the family, the community at large and to Catholics. Obviously this family has a genetic link to this condition. Knowing that they chose to continue creating a family. Then they gave birth to another child with this same condition. They clearly knew the consequences of their actions. They shouldn’t be looking beyond themselves for the answer here…IMHO. @Dr_Dredd If someone privately wishes to pay for the procedure (i.e. the Priests for Life group, or a rich Catholic) I guess I don’t see a problem with this…although I do not think it is a compassionate choice for the baby. I wouldn’t want it if this were my child. Like you, I’d rather see the energy, time and money spent on people that can be helped/saved/cured.