Belgian euthanasia law: a critical analysis

Journal of Medical Ethics 35 (7):436-439 (2009)
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Some background information about the context of euthanasia in Belgium is presented, and Belgian law on euthanasia and concerns about the law are discussed. Suggestions as to how to improve the Belgian law and practice of euthanasia are made, and Belgian legislators and medical establishment are urged to reflect and ponder so as to prevent potential abuse

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10.1136/jme.2008.026799

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