Right to die debate ignited as doctor struck off after GMC hearing over allegation of 'intentional killing'
A doctor has been struck off after being accused of 'intentionally killing' a man by his widow, after he was taken off his life support machine.
The man was taken to hospital in a coma where he remained for several weeks. He was then taken off a ventilator, the family allege without their consent.
The anaesthetist was found guilty of serious professional misconduct by the GMC panel and was struck off the medical register.
The doctor now faces potentially being investigated over the deaths of up to forty patients.
Earlier this year the British Medical Association (BMA) withdrew its long standing opposition to assisted suicide, saying it was matter for parliament and society to decide after doctors voted 53% in favour of taking a neutral stance.
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