People with Critical Cardiovascular Disease May Benefit From Palliative Care

People with critical cardiovascular disease may benefit from palliative care

Palliative care is specialized medical care focused on easing symptoms, addressing psychological and spiritual needs, and helping patients and caregivers make critical decisions aligned with their personal beliefs and values.

AHA: People with critical cardiovascular disease may benefit from palliative care

Palliative care may help relieve symptoms and improve quality of life for people with cardiovascular disease and ensure that treatment is aligned with the patient's personal beliefs and values throughout all stages of illness, whether they are hospitalized in a cardiac intensive care unit or receiving outpatient care, according to a new American Heart Association scientific statement published in Circulation.

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Palliative Care Offers Benefits for Patients with Severe Cardiovascular

Palliative Care in Critical Cardiovascular Illness: A Paradigm Shift in Patient-Centered Cardiology The management of cardiovascular disease (CVD) is undergoing a transformative evolution with the integration of palliative care principles into the treatment continuum. Traditionally associated predominantly with oncology, palliative care is now gaining recognition as an essential component for patients suffering from critical cardiovascular condi…

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