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Trisomy 18-when the diagnosis is compatible with life.

Catarina SilvaMariana Cortez FerreiraJorge SaraivaCândida Cancelinha
Published in: European journal of pediatrics (2022)
• Recent studies show that the labels of "incompatible with life"/"lethal" are not adequate, establishing a need to change this mindset. • The development of pediatric palliative care teams in the last decade and early referral allow for an optimal individualized advanced care plan. Under-referral to pediatric palliative care teams persists and efforts must be made to increase awareness of their existence and role in patient care.
Keyphrases
  • palliative care
  • advanced cancer
  • primary care
  • healthcare
  • quality improvement
  • young adults
  • childhood cancer