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[Advance directives in France. Ethical reflections].

Marie-Jo Thiel¹, Guy Freys

¹Universität Strasburg. mariejo.thiel@gmail.com

Bulletin De La Societe Des Sciences Medicales Du Grand-Duche De Luxembourg

|December 17, 2008

Summary

Advanced directives, established by the Leonetti Law, legally support patient autonomy. This French legal framework marks a significant shift in recognizing patient rights and responsibilities.

Area of Science:

Bioethics
Legal Medicine

Context:

Leonetti Law (2005) established advanced directives in France.
Rooted in a defensive and militant historical context.
Represents a "French Way" of patient autonomy recognition.

Purpose:

To analyze the legal and ethical implications of advanced directives.
To highlight the turning point in patient autonomy under French law.

Summary:

Advanced directives are legal instruments supporting patient autonomy.
The Leonetti Law signifies a political advancement in patient rights.
These directives emphasize both patient responsibility and careful consideration.

Impact:

Enhances legal recognition of patient self-determination.

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