Changing practices in the use of continuous sedation at the end of life. A systematic review of the literature.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jpainsymman.2020.06.019
Abstract: 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… read more here.
Keywords: end life; use csd; sedation; use continuous ... See more keywords
Expanded terminal sedation in end-of-life care
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DOI: 10.1136/jme-2022-108511
Abstract: Despite advances in palliative care, some patients still suffer significantly at the end of life. Terminal Sedation (TS) refers to the use of sedatives in dying patients until the point of death. The following limits… read more here.
Keywords: terminal sedation; end life; sedation end; sedation ... See more keywords