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 first expressed a desire for childbirth. Her condition deteriorated and doctors informed her of her terminal illness on June 15, leading her to consent to palliative care. The purpose of this treatment was to extend her life, thus improving the survival rate of the fetus.