life-sustaining treatment

Life-sustaining treatment refers to medical interventions that support or maintain vital bodily functions when a person’s health condition prevents them from doing so naturally. These treatments can include machines or medications that help with breathing, heart function, or blood circulation. They are used in situations where recovery is uncertain, time is limited, or the goal is to prolong life. Patients or their families can often decide in advance whether to accept or decline these treatments based on personal wishes, quality of life considerations, and medical advice.