Continuing Non-Invasive Ventilation During Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis-Related Hospice Care Is Medically, Administratively, and Financially Feasible.
Philip J ChoiMichael MurnRoberta TurnerRichard BedlackPublished in: The American journal of hospice & palliative care (2020)
Hospice referrals for ALS patients on NIV can be challenging. This study shows that even with continued NIV use, most ALS patients die within the expected 6 months on home hospice, and care remains cost effective for hospice agencies.