Reflection on Stroke Deaths and end ‐of‐life stroke care

ConclusionIn this cohort, palliative care referral and EOLCP were commenced in less than 50% of patients, highlighting significant variations in clinical care. These data support the need to promote awareness of ACP, particularly in patients with prior stroke or significant co‐morbidities. This may help reduce potentially futile invasive investigations and treatment.

Source: Internal Medicine Journal - September 11, 2017 Category: Internal Medicine Authors: Syed Zujajuddin Quadri, Thang Huynh, Cecilia Cappelen ‐Smith, Nirupama Wijesuriya, Abul Mamun, Roy Beran, Alan Mcdougall, Dennis Cordato Tags: Original Article Source Type: research