Assessment of Survival and the Decision to Engage in Palliative Care when Facing a Defeat in the ICU
Published online on April 25, 2026
Abstract
Medical Decision Making, Volume 46, Issue 6, Page 730-743, August 2026.
BackgroundMedical providers often face challenges in accurately predicting the survival of critically sick patients. Optimistic forecasts can lead to the overuse of resources, while overly cautious predictions might restrict treatments. This study ...
BackgroundMedical providers often face challenges in accurately predicting the survival of critically sick patients. Optimistic forecasts can lead to the overuse of resources, while overly cautious predictions might restrict treatments. This study ...