An international group of authors has called for a shift in cardiovascular care. In the public eye, palliative care is often associated with the final stage of life. In reality, however, it is far more than end-of-life care. Modern palliative care does not begin only when a disease is considered incurable and death is imminent. Rather, it aims to alleviate suffering early on, manage symptoms, and support patients and their families throughout what is often a long course of illness. This process often spans weeks or months.
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