Chapter Three
Summary
• Palliative sedation is a medical practice supported by
professional guidelines across Europe.
• Palliative sedation is seen as a last-resort treatment for
refractory symptoms, but the criterion of refractoriness
remains a matter of debate.
• Midazolam is the most frequently employed medication
in all eight countries, though in lower proportions across
Eastern European countries.
• Opioids are typically used for pain and dyspnoea
management during palliative sedation.
Key
Messages
Keywords
Palliative sedation, regulations, guidelines,
medications, medical devices
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