Futility in acute care surgery: first do no harm
The consequences of the delivery of futile or potentially ineffective medical care and interventions are devastating on the healthcare system, our patients and their families, and healthcare providers. In emergency situations in particular, determining if escalating invasive interventions will benef...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMJ Publishing Group
2023-11-01
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Series: | Trauma Surgery & Acute Care Open |
Online Access: | https://tsaco.bmj.com/content/8/1/e001167.full |