End-of-life medical treatment preference discussions and surrogate decision-maker appointments: evidence from Italy, Spain, Belgium and the Netherlands

Last updated on 22-8-2019 by Anonymous (niet gecontroleerd)

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BACKGROUND: Making treatment decisions in anticipation of possible future incapacity is an important part of patient participation in end-of-life decision-making. AIM: To compare the prevalence of GP-patient end-of-life treatment discussions and patient surrogate appointments in Italy, Spain, Belgium and the Netherlands and examine associated factors. METHODS: A cross-sectional, retrospective survey was conducted with representative GP networks in four countries. GPs recorded the health and care characteristics in the last 3 months of life of patients who died non-suddenly. Prevalences were…

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