ArticleIndian journal of critical care medicine : peer-reviewed, official publication of Indian Society of Critical Care Medicine2026
The Essentials of Compassionate End-of-life Care in the Intensive Care Unit: Lessons from the Harish Rana Case.
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- Authors' response.The Indian journal of medical research · 2026Article
- From Courtroom to Intensive Care Unit: The Unfinished Journey of End-of-life Care in India.Indian journal of critical care medicine : peer-reviewed, official publication of Indian Society of Critical Care Medicine · 2026Article
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Abstract
Over the last two decades, many legal developments and professional recommendations notwithstanding, end-of-life practice on the ground is limited by physician hesitancy, lack of commitment to ensure appropriateness in decision-making, persistent fear of legal liability, and inadequate attention to quality of dying. This commentary attempts to spell out the salient messages in the recent Harish Rana vs Union of India judgment and reiterates the essential components of end-of-life care (EOLC) in intensive care unit (ICU) practice. Thoughtful and compassionate care is integral to critical care practice. How to cite this article: Mani RK. The Essentials of Compassionate End-of-life Care in the Intensive Care Unit: Lessons from the Harish Rana Case. Indian J Crit Care Med 2026;30(4):270-271.
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