Palliative care is not associated with decreased intensity of care: Results of a chart review from a large children's hospital.

Laura K SedigJessica L SpruitJessica SouthwellTrisha K PaulMelissa K CousinoHarlan McCafferyKenneth PituchRaymond Hutchinson

Published in: Pediatric blood & cancer (2021)

These data can reassure patients, families, and providers that palliative involvement does not necessitate decreased intensity of care. Patients and families often choose hospice care to decrease the amount of time spent at the hospital and it was associated with meeting that goal.

Keyphrases

palliative care
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end stage renal disease
advanced cancer
ejection fraction
newly diagnosed
patient reported outcomes
machine learning
electronic health record
affordable care act
deep learning