On June 12, Carder initially expressed a desire to deliver the baby. Her condition worsened and physicians notified Carder of her terminal illness on June 15, leading Carder to consent to palliative care. The intent of such treatment was to prolong her life, raising the survival rate of the fetus.
On June 12, Carder initially expressed a wish to give birth. Her condition deteriorated and doctors informed Carder of her terminal illness on June 15, prompting Carder's consent to palliative care. The purpose of such treatment was to extend her life, thereby increasing the survival rate of the fetus.