Challenging Cases in Palliative Care

Challenging Cases in Palliative Care addresses the evolving complexities of modern palliative care, including care for an aging, multi-morbid population and patients with conditions such as heart failure, renal failure, advanced lung disease, frailty, and dementia. Using real-world cases, the book highlights the “messiness” of clinical practice and provides practical guidance for managing both physical and psychosocial challenges, integrating evidence, best practices, and clinical reasoning. It is particularly aligned with the core curriculum for UK speciality trainees, making it relevant for both education and daily practice.

Key Features

• Uses real-world cases from palliative care practice.
• Provides expert commentary to guide decision-making in complex scenarios.
• Covers both physical and psychosocial aspects of palliative care.
• Integrates evidence-based guidelines, management strategies, and best practices.
• Discusses clinical complexities and controversies in care approaches.
• Supports education and training, aligned with the UK palliative care curriculum.