Improving Care of the dying with chronic heart failure [ 2002 - 2005 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Patricia Davidson (Principal investigator) ,  Dr David Gorman ,  Dr David Rees ,  Dr Jan Maree Davis ,  Jill Cockburn
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Brief description Chronic heart failure is increasing in prevalence and is primarily a condition of ageing. Although chronic heart failure has worse outcomes than many cancers, patients are often denied the benefits of palliative care with its emphasis on symptom management, spirituality, emotional health and focus on family issues. This project seeks to assess the state of knowledge in Australia related to palliative care in chronic heart failure. Guidelines and care maps appropriate to Australian conditions will be developed and their usefulness assessed in improving care of patients and their families.

Funding Amount $AUD 130,000.00

Funding Scheme NHMRC Strategic Awards

Notes Palliative Care Research