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Critics Say Execution Drug May Hide Suffering.

Authors :
Liptak, Adam
Source :
New York Times. 10/7/2003, Vol. 152 Issue 52629, pA1-A18. 0p. 1 Black and White Photograph, 1 Map.
Publication Year :
2003

Abstract

Reports on controversy surrounding the actual drugs used for lethal injections. Claims the apparent tranquility of an inmate undergoing the death sentence may be the result of the medication induced paralysis; Tennessee ban of Pavulon or pancuronium bromide for the euthanization of pets; Lawsuit against Pavulon's use in human death cases brought by Abu-Abdur'Rahman; Suggestions of alternative medications; How a state chooses the drugs it will use.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
03624331
Volume :
152
Issue :
52629
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
New York Times
Publication Type :
News
Accession number :
10993143