Cuidados Paliativos e Medicina

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The Role of Palliative Care in Heart Failure Management: A Comprehensive Systematic Review

James Baker

This systematic review article provides a comprehensive overview of the role of palliative care in heart failure management. The review found that palliative care interventions, including symptom management, psychosocial support, and advance care planning, can improve the quality of life of patients with heart failure and their families. The review highlights the need for early integration of palliative care into heart failure management to improve outcomes for patients, including reducing hospitalizations and improving survival. The review also identifies several barriers to the integration of palliative care into heart failure management, such as a lack of awareness among healthcare providers, inadequate training in palliative care, and limited resources for palliative care services. The authors conclude that healthcare providers should be aware of the benefits of palliative care and should be trained to provide it. Addressing the barriers to the integration of palliative care into heart failure management is crucial to ensure that patients with heart failure receive the best possible care and support throughout the course of their illness.