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Euthanasia in The Netherlands: facts and moral arguments

H M Dupuis1

  • 1University of Leiden, The Netherlands.

Annals of Oncology : Official Journal of the European Society for Medical Oncology
|June 1, 1993
PubMed
Summary

Euthanasia practices in the Netherlands are examined, highlighting end-of-life options. Active euthanasia presents unique ethical challenges, balancing patient autonomy with moral considerations.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical Ethics
  • End-of-Life Care
  • Public Health Policy

Background:

  • Euthanasia practices are a significant aspect of end-of-life care discussions.
  • The Netherlands has established frameworks for managing euthanasia.
  • Patient rights and autonomy are central to medical decision-making.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present facts regarding euthanasia practices in the Netherlands.
  • To identify and discuss problematic aspects of active euthanasia.
  • To explore moral arguments surrounding euthanasia.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing data on euthanasia practices.
  • Analysis of ethical considerations and patient rights.
  • Discussion of moral arguments for and against euthanasia.

Main Results:

  • Several end-of-life options exist, with active euthanasia being the most complex.
  • Euthanasia is intrinsically linked to patient respect and the right to refuse treatment.
  • Moral debates encompass arguments both supporting and opposing euthanasia.

Conclusions:

  • Understanding euthanasia requires acknowledging patient autonomy and ethical complexities.
  • Active euthanasia necessitates careful consideration of moral viewpoints.
  • The practice of euthanasia in the Netherlands involves multifaceted ethical and practical dimensions.
Keywords:
Death and Euthanasia

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