This UK article provides a thorough overview of the key sections of the Mental Capacity Act applied in end of life minimally conscious state (MCS) cases. Currently any decision involving the withdrawal of clinically assisted nutrition and hydration must be referred to the Court of Protection. It discusses two UK cases and how the courts have interpreted best interests when considering withdrawing or withholding nutrition and hydration and other life sustaining treatments.
Curtis, M. et al. 2018. End of life decision making for people in a minimally conscious state. Indian Journal of Palliative Care, 24 (3) p 334-344
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