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Swiss assisted suicide model under the microscope: 25 experts weigh in

NCT ID NCT04261088

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: National Institutes of Health Clinical Center (CC) Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Aug 28, 2026 · Updated 12 times

Summary

Researchers have interviewed 25 Swiss experts—including doctors, academics, and right-to-die society representatives—to learn how assisted suicide works in Switzerland. The study aims to describe the policy, how it is carried out, and the ethical issues involved. This is a qualitative analysis of existing interview transcripts, not a treatment trial.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If successful, this study could provide a clearer understanding of how assisted suicide is practiced in Switzerland, informing future policy and ethical debates.
What could go wrong
This is a small, qualitative study with only 25 participants, all white Swiss experts, so findings may not apply to other countries or diverse populations. It does not test any treatment or intervention.

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Study facts

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Participants

25 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Feb 2020

Expected to finish

Jan 2027

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

A government research agency

The lead sponsor is the US National Institutes of Health.

Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Who is studied

25 transcripts of interviews with: Academics 14, Physicians and other medical care 6, Right to die associations 4, Government official 1

Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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* INCLUSION/EXCLUSION: The study includes 25 interviews with Swiss experts that have been conducted. * Gender: Men 14, Women 11 * Backgrounds of interviewees: Academics 14, Physicians and other medical care 6, Right to die associations 4, Government official 1 * Race and ethnicity: All white Swiss. * Age range: Unknown, but all are adults. * No vulnerable populations.

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Conditions

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Death Suicide, Assisted

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Assisted suicide

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • National Institutes of Health Clinical Center

    Bethesda, Maryland, 20892, United States