Understanding why patients request euthanasia when it is illegal: a qualitative study in palliative care units on the personal and practical impact of euthanasia requests

Context: Some patients in palliative care units request euthanasia regardless of legislation. Although studies have explored the reasons for these requests, little is known about the subjective, relational, and contextual repercussions for the patient. Objectives: The aim of this study is to underst...

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Main Authors: Danièle Leboul, Anne Bousquet, Aline Chassagne, Florence Mathieu-Nicot, Ashley Ridley, Elodie Cretin, Frédéric Guirimand, Régis Aubry
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SAGE Publishing 2022-01-01
Series:Palliative Care and Social Practice
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1177/26323524211066925