Changing practices in the use of continuous sedation at the end of life. A systematic review of the literature.

Background: The use of continuous sedation until death (CSD) has been highly debated for many years. It is unknown how the use of CSD evolves over time. Reports suggest that there is an international increase in the use of CSD for terminally ill patients.

Source: Journal of Pain and Symptom Management - June 25, 2020 Category: Palliative Care Authors: Madelon Heijltjes, Ghislaine van Thiel, Judith Rietjens, Agnes van der Heide, Alexander de Graeff, Johannes van Delden Source Type: research