[nickcarraway]

I have a thought. In the event that the tube is pulled, wouyld not a coroner have to get involved at that point? Wouldn't the coroner be in the position to discover if Terri's condition was the result of a crime? Wouldn't Terri's husband be potentially be charged with murder? That could mean pressure could be brought to bear against her husband not to pursue her death.

[Canticle_of_Deborah]

Yes, but apparently the husband or someone is well connected enough to have covered up the evidence for ten years. If she dies the coroner may not even do an autopsy. I believe the family can waive it. In terms of convicting the husband, it is better if Terri remains alive. If she dies he is home free.