What ethical principle is primarily being challenged in deciding whether to continue or withdraw life-sustaining treatment for the Patient?

A 25-year-old patient, who has been in a vegetative state for several months following a severe traumatic brain injury, is currently on life support. The Healthcare team believes there is minimal chance of recovery. The patient’s family is divided on the decision whether to continue life-sustaining treatment or to withdraw it and considering the patient’s previously expressed wishes not to be kept alive on life support indefinitely.

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