Extending palliative care to patients with Parkinson's disease.
Patients with Parkinson's disease have an illness which shortens their life and involves a heavy symptom burden for patient and carer. This article discusses some common palliative care issues pertinent to patients with Parkinson's disease.
Wilcox
Sarah K
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Palliative Medicine, Yorkshire Deanery, The Palliative Care Team Office, Leeds General Infirmary, Leeds LS1 3EX.
D005260:Female; D006297:Health Services Accessibility; D006801:Humans; D008875:Middle Aged; D010166:Palliative Care / Q000458:organization & administration*; D010300:Parkinson Disease / Q000150:complications / Q000523:psychology / Q000628:therapy*; D010347:Patient Care Planning; D011788:Quality of Life; D013727:Terminal Care / Q000458:organization & administration