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[Ethics problems at the end of life. Terminal care--euthanasia]
1Institut für Philosophie, Universität Wien, Universitätsstrasse 7, A-1010 Wien. Peter.Kampits@univie.ac.at
Wiener Medizinische Wochenschrift (1946)
|August 10, 2002
Abstract:
The present discussion on active and passive euthanasia is characterised by the polarisation of various approaches deeply rooted in ideologies: quality of life versus sanctity of life. Autonomy, dignity, instrumentalization of human life are discussed. Furthermore the question of differentiation of active, direct and indirect euthanasia is raised. The author pleads for a reduction of dogmatic positions and recommends a moderate way between the general liberalisation and the general verdict of euthanasia on the moral and legal levels.