The incidence and characteristics of end-of-life decisions by GPs in Belgium.

Publication Type:

Journal Article

Source:

Family practice, Volume 21, Issue 3, p.282-9 (2004)

Keywords:

Adult, Aged, Belgium, Death Certificates, Decision Making, Euthanasia, Passive, Family Practice, Female, Humans, Incidence, Male, Medical Futility, Middle Aged, Physician's Practice Patterns, Questionnaires

Abstract:

Medical end-of-life decisions (ELDs) have been discussed for several years in different countries, but little is known about the involvement of GPs in these ELDs.