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active euthanasia

Definition of active euthanasia

Further reading

Active euthanasia entails the use of lethal substances or forces to kill and is the most controversial means. An individual may use a euthanasia machine to perform active voluntary euthanasia on himself / herself.

References

  1. Harris, NM. (Oct 2001). "The euthanasia debate.". J R Army Med Corps 147 (3): 367-70. PMID 11766225.

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