Palliative Care Consultation is Associated with Decreased Rates of In-Hospital Mortality Among Patients Undergoing Major Amputation

Despite advancements in medical care and surgical techniques, major amputation continues to be associated with risks for morbidity and mortality. Palliative care programs may help alleviate symptoms and align patients ’ goals and the care they receive with their treatment plan. Access to specialty Palliative medicine among vascular surgery patients is limited . Here, we aim to describe utilization and impact of formal palliative care consultation for patients receiving major amputations.
Source: Annals of Vascular Surgery - Category: Surgery Authors: Tags: Clinical Research Source Type: research