And that is where the real problem is. There is a myth that doctors can do no wrong and that you are not allowed to argue with them or tell them no. But now in our litigous society it is okay cause if things get screwed up then you can just sue them. I believe that is the case here. I am very sorry that this young girl died but it appears that her parents blindly followed what the doc suggested, no questions asked. If that is indeed the case, then they have no one to blame but themselves.
I know many people who take the doctor's word and never get a second opinion, question his methods, treatment options, etc. I never trust the word of them, they are human and can have bad days. I recently yelled at my son's doctor with the resident and 2 med students there. That is why I am thankful for the internet. I can tell you also that my MIL had breast cancer and signed the papers for a mastectomy. She got home and was thinking it was a lumpectomy. She couldn't believe it when the hubby told her about it. She was there and not hearing what the doctor said.
Ultimately the parents are responsible, unless she wants an abortion, according to the state. I have a one year old daughter, and I pray that when she is that age, I will have instilled enough morals and values into her that she wouldn't feel the need to do this. I also will do my best to teach her that her body is special, a covenant that is to be shared with her husband.
I also know a girl from highschool who, at her 40th reunion, will be known as back alley Sally. I will tell that to my daughter often. Kids don't realize what a small role highschool plays in their lives. People will barely recall the good things they did there, but they will always remember the bad.