title: [The current situation of palliative medicine in Germany--clinical implications, education and research].
abstract: Palliative medicine (or palliative care, referring to its multi-professional character) denotes a comprehensive care concept for patients suffering from incurable and progressive disease, and their relatives. Specialized support structures are necessary, including (inpatient) palliative care units, (inpatient) consultation services, and (outpatient) specialized palliative home care services. Further, research and education is mandatory in order to gain and to spread this particular expertise and attitude. This contribution focuses on the current situation and on the development of palliative care structures in Germany.
authors: Friedemann
authors: F
authors: Nauck
authors: Bernd
authors: B
authors: Alt-Epping
authors: Gesine
authors: G
authors: Benze
mesh_terms: D000553:Ambulatory Care / Q000639:trends*; D035843:Biomedical Research / Q000639:trends; D005544:Forecasting; D005858:Germany; D010166:Palliative Care / Q000639:trends*; D065126:Palliative Medicine / Q000193:education* / Q000458:organization & administration*; D012017:Referral and Consultation / Q000639:trends; D013727:Terminal Care / Q000639:trends*