How to Manage the End of Life. An international perspective

Sergio Perelman and Pierre Pestieau
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Sergio Perelman: Université de Liège
Pierre Pestieau: Université catholique de Louvain, LIDAM/CORE, Belgium

No 2024005, LIDAM Discussion Papers CORE from Université catholique de Louvain, Center for Operations Research and Econometrics (CORE)

Abstract: This paper aims to explore the diverse strategies employed by various countries in managing end-oflife care. It examines the interplay between the State, the marketplace, and the family in navigating this critical phase of the human lifecycle. The core argument presented advocates for a paradigm shift away from intensive medical interventions towards an increased emphasis on palliative care. This proposed transition holds significant potential benefits, including the reduction of social insurance costs, minimizing out-of-pocket expenditures for families, and alleviating unnecessary suffering for patients.

Keywords: End-of-life care; palliative care; aggressive medical intervention; healthcare costs (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Pages: 11
Date: 2024-03-10
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