Research on the Legalization of Living Will Systems

The living will system, which safeguards patients' dignity and medical freedom, has received increasing attention from the public. Many people are calling for the protection of their medical freedom and right to die under the regulation of legal systems. The first part of this article introduces the connotation of the advance directive system and traces its origin and development; the second part discusses the legislative basis of the advance directive system in our country; the third part provides a detailed overview of the current situation of the advance directive system in our country; the fourth part examines the potential issues that may arise from implementing the advance directive system in our country; and the final part summarizes the suggested improvements to address these issues. This article aims to provide recommendations for the implementation of the advance directive system in our country to better protect patients' autonomy in medical decisions and their dignity.