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[Requests for active euthanasia: which reality in an oncology center.].

G Chvetzoff1, M Perret, G Thevenet

  • 1Equipe mobile de soins palliatifs, département de soins de support, centre Léon-Bérard, 28, rue Laennec, 69373, Lyon cedex 08, France, Unité de psycho-oncologie, département de soins de support, centre Léon-Bérard, 28, rue Laennec, 69373, Lyon cedex 08, France.

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Summary

Requests for euthanasia among cancer patients are infrequent but significant. Motives include psychological distress, autonomy, and pain, with some requests persisting despite palliative care interventions.

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Area of Science:

  • Oncology
  • Palliative Care
  • Bioethics

Background:

  • Euthanasia is a contentious societal issue, often linked to cancer patients in legal jurisdictions.
  • Understanding patient motivations for euthanasia requests is crucial for care provision.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the frequency and underlying reasons for active euthanasia requests in an oncology setting.
  • To analyze the persistence of these requests and caregiver responses.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective study of euthanasia requests at a French cancer center (2001-2003).
  • Data collected via physician/nurse interviews and palliative care meeting minutes.
  • Information gathered on patient status, motives, request evolution, and caregiver reactions.

Main Results:

  • 16 euthanasia requests identified (1% of total deaths), with varied demographics.
  • Primary motives: psychological distress (38%), desire for autonomy (31%), and pain (31%).
  • Requests for autonomy persisted; distress-related requests often ceased. Sedation provided to 3 patients.

Conclusions:

  • Active euthanasia requests in cancer patients are rare but occur, sometimes when palliative care is insufficient.
  • Patient suffering and the desire for autonomy can drive persistent requests.
  • Managing these requests presents ethical and practical challenges for healthcare providers.