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Best practices on informed consent procedures in sensitive areas of medical practice

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: The contribution focuses on best practices regarding informed consent procedures in sensitive areas of medical practice, specifically death with dignity. Initially, attention is given to defining key terms such as active euthanasia, assisted suicide, dignity, and psychological suffering. Subsequently, the paper analyzes the current situation in selected states, examining legislation, draft laws, jurisprudence, etc. Finally, a comparison of the legislation of individual states is provided.

Source: Bioethica

DOI: 10.12681/bioeth.40932

Author: Aneta Schwarzová

Institution: University of West Bohemia in Pilsen

Language: English

Topic: Ethics and bioethics in healthcare

Subfield: Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDGs: Peace, justice, and strong institutions, Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4408914368

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