A Dutch report on the ethics of neonatal care

Z. Versluys; R. de Leeuw

doi:10.1136/jme.21.1.14

A Dutch report on the ethics of neonatal care

Z. Versluys^*
, R. de Leeuw

^*Corresponding author for this work

Utrecht University

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Abstract

The Dutch Paediatric Association reports concensus among its members regarding the necessity to take the future quality of life into account when teaching decisions regarding the continuation or dis-continuation of life-prolonging treatment. The paramount importance of the discussion with the parents is stressed. Dissension exists regarding active euthanasia in the newborn, both opinions being respected. If dissension exists within the profession parents should be informed and if necessary referred to a doctor who shares their moral views.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	14-16
Journal	Journal of medical ethics
Volume	21
Issue number	1
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1136/jme.21.1.14
Publication status	Published - 1995
Externally published	Yes

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