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Abstract
Aim With continuing advancements in both antenatal and neonatal care, perinatal palliative continues to pose significant challenge. A number of professional bodies have published best practice guidance on the delivery of palliative care in…
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Aims To assess how many children access palliative care services across NHS Greater Glasgow, their specific needs, if these are addressed by current services, and whether a dedicated palliative care service is required.
Aim To determine the experience of training in paediatric palliative medicine (PPM) among trainees, to identify how well trainees were able to meet RCPCH competences in PPM, and to explore educational opportunities desired by trainees to enhance…
Background: Nausea and vomiting is a common symptom in children through their end of life journey. Aprepitant, a NK-1 antagonist, has become a potent weapon in the fight against chemo-induced nausea and vomiting. However, its use in palliative care…
CONTEXT: Parental caregiving for a child with a life-limiting condition (LLC) is complex physical and mental work. The impact of this caregiving on parents' physical health is unknown. OBJECTIVES: (1) To review existing evidence on the physical…
"The Leadbeater Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill, the latest UK bill on assisted dying, passed its second reading in the House of Commons in November 2024 after a short period of intense debate and extensive high-profile media coverage.…
