Addressing end-of-life challenges in patients with severe ischemia and infection: The role of the Psychologist

International Journal of Development Research

Volume: 
15
Article ID: 
29284
2 pages

Addressing end-of-life challenges in patients with severe ischemia and infection: The role of the Psychologist

Leonardo Cintra Costa and Jose Maria Pereira de Godoy

Abstract: 

The most serious outcome of chronic peripheral arterial disease is limb amputation when all attempts at revascularization have been exhausted. At this stage, the aim of palliative care is to provide social and psychological support to the patient and family.The letter reports viewpoint the importance of early and proactive palliative care interventions for patients.

DOI: 
https://doi.org/10.37118/ijdr.29284.02.2025
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