The elderly and high technology medicine: A case for individualized,autonomous allocation |
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Authors: | Peter D Mott |
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Institution: | 1. Geriatric Medicine Unit, Monroe Community Hospital, 435 East Henrietta Road, 14620, Rochester, NY, USA
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Abstract: | The issues involved in decision making about the aggressiveness of future medical care for older persons are explored. They are related to population trends, the heterogeneity of older persons and a variety of factors involved in individual preferences. Case studies are presented to illustrate these points, as well as a review of pertinent literature. The argument is offered that, considering these many factors, a system of flexible, individualized care by informed patient preference, is more rational than the rationing of technological services by age. |
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Keywords: | allocation of resources ethics geriatrics health care for the elderly high technology services medical technology patient preference rationing |
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