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Life and death.

J W Lloyd

    Journal of UOEH
    |March 1, 1983
    PubMed
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    This lecture explores life and death issues from a cancer patient's perspective, contrasting American and Japanese views on end-of-life care and chemotherapy. It highlights the profound impact of a near-death experience on one's outlook on life.

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    Area of Science:

    • Bioethics
    • Humanities
    • Oncology

    Background:

    • Traditional bioethics lectures focus on physician/philosopher viewpoints.
    • This study examines end-of-life issues from the cancer patient's perspective.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To explore the patient's experience with life-and-death decisions.
    • To contrast American and Japanese cultural/religious attitudes towards end-of-life care.
    • To discuss the impact of a near-death experience on a cancer patient's perspective.

    Main Methods:

    • Personal narrative of a cancer patient's near-death experience.
    • Discussion of American attitudes towards abortion, life support, euthanasia, suicide, and chemotherapy.
    • Exploration of cultural and religious influences on end-of-life perspectives.

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    Main Results:

    • The author shares personal reflections on chemotherapy, quality of life, and the joy of living.
    • Encountering death profoundly alters one's perspective on life.
    • Cultural and religious differences complicate comparisons between American and Japanese attitudes.

    Conclusions:

    • The patient's experience offers unique insights into bioethical dilemmas.
    • Balancing treatment side effects with quality of life presents a significant challenge for patients and physicians.
    • The subjective experience of a cancer patient is crucial in understanding end-of-life care.