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ANTIBIOTICS MUST BE PART OF END-OF-LIFE DECISIONS: A NECESSARY EVIL?
Iuri Correia, João Gonçalves Pereira, Victoria Metaxa
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Antibiotic overuse remains a significant challenge in modern medicine, particularly in end-of-life scenarios where antibiotics are often administered without sufficient clinical justification. The document emphasizes the importance of recognizing the limitations of traditional infection markers in critically ill patients and advocates for including antibiotic discussions in end-of-life care planning. It also suggests integrating palliative care approaches to better align treatment with patient goals and improve decision-making regarding antibiotic use.
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