Physician-Hastened-Death in Patients with Progressive Neurodegenerative or Neuromuscular Disorders

Semin Neurol 2018; 38: 522-532 DOI: 10.1055/s-0038-1668080Physician-hastened-death remains a controversial topic for patients and those who care for them. It is a particularly relevant topic for neurologists who currently, or will in the future, reside in jurisdictions where physician-hastened-death is legal. In this article, I attempt to provide a comprehensive and contemporary discussion of hastened-death issues in a measured and respectful fashion. My goal is to provide clinicians with the information necessary to mold their own judgment and conscience in preparation for a time in which one or more of their patients request their participation in physician-hastened-death. [...] Thieme Medical Publishers 333 Seventh Avenue, New York, NY 10001, USA.Article in Thieme eJournals: Table of contents  |  Abstract  |  Full text

Source: Seminars in Neurology - October 15, 2018 Category: Neurology Authors: Russell, James A. Tags: Review Article Source Type: research