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    Patient informed choice for altruism (PICA) allows autonomous patients to limit treatment for altruistic reasons, fostering end-of-life connection. This advance directive option ensures patient wishes are respected by proxies, family, and physicians.

    Area of Science:

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    Background:

    • Respect for persons is a core ethical principle in healthcare, safeguarding patient autonomy in decision-making.
    • Advance directives are legal documents outlining a patient's wishes for future medical treatment.
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    • Patient informed choice for altruism (PICA) is a novel concept enabling autonomous patients to refuse treatment for altruistic purposes.
    • Such decisions can create a sense of connection and shared experience for patients nearing the end of life.
    • PICA can be integrated as a specific option within advance directive frameworks.

    Findings:

    • Autonomous patients with decision-making capacity can utilize PICA to limit their own medical treatment.

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  • PICA presents a viable option for advance care planning, reflecting deeply held patient values.

    • Implications:

    • Healthcare providers, proxies, and families must recognize and honor a patient's altruistic refusal of treatment.
    • Integrating PICA into advance directives enhances patient-centered care and respects personal values.
    • This approach supports patient autonomy and dignity at the end of life.