We have discussed this case on numerous threads. This is NOT a case of euthanasia. This child has a congenital defect that is GUARANTEED to be terminal. No child has ever lived past a few short years, and only then with extensive, difficult medical care. Most are born stillborn or live only a few short months. This child requires assistance to breathe now as it is, and even that will eventually fail. What is more, the doctors claim that were the child not sedated, he would be suffering terribly as a result of the ARTIFICIAL extension of its life. Finally, I would point out that the hospital is even paying the mother's legal bills.
Shut up, he explained.
I don't consider this a case of euthanasia either. Sadly I've seen genetic defects in our family. It's not an easy thing to live with for the person affected or the family who loves that person.
I think the right thing was done in this case and the mom will have to deal with her grief.
So basically he slept for 5 months? I was wondering if he had any 'mental' growth in his short life.
(Late reponse.)..All life is guaranteed terminal.