title: [Sedation in end-of-life care - ethical aspects].
abstract: Sedation in the final stages of life plays an increasing role to control refractory physical and psychological symptoms and to diminish distress and anxiety in palliative care. In the debate on euthanasia and self determination also in Germany the issue of "terminal sedation" has evoked ethical concerns and is discussed controversially. With respect for personal needs the intentions, aims and indications for medical sedation should be carefully reflected under ethical aspects to clarify its position in end-of-life care
authors.affiliation: Abteilung für Anästhesiologie, Schmerztherapie und Palliativmedizin, GK Havelhöhe, Berlin, Universität Witten/Herdecke. muebu@havelhoehe.de
authors.forename: H C
authors.initials: HC
authors.lastname: Müller-Busch
mesh_terms: D001293:Attitude to Death; D004992:Ethics, Medical; D006801:Humans; D006993:Hypnotics and Sedatives / Q000008:administration & dosage*; D010146:Pain / Q000517:prevention & control; D013727:Terminal Care / Q000941:ethics*
chemical_list: D006993:Hypnotics and Sedatives