[Physician-assisted suicide].
In physician-assisted suicide, the patient performs the deadly act, aided by a physician. Although not legal, physician-assisted suicide exists in France. Its legalization in other countries has been the source of problems and abuses. Palliative care is a credible alternative. We do not think that legalization is desirable.
Service d'accueil des urgences, CHU Cochin Port-Royal, Paris.
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Pochard
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