Respirator Allowed to Be Removed From Comatose Grandmother A high court said Tuesday that the family of a comatose 73-year-old grandmother could have her feeding tube and respirator removed in a ruling that acknowledged a patient’s right to “die with dignity.”
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We support people facing the end of life and promote choice at that time; we don’t provide information about methods of ending life. For urgent support, Samaritans are on 116 123, free, day or night. Breathing Space is on 0800 83 85 87. For questions about your own care, your GP or palliative care team is the right first call.