[A multitude of therapeutic possibilities--from the viewpoint of the clinician]

Modern medicine offers to patients and physicians an ever increasing multitude of diagnostic and therapeutic possibilities. Depending upon the individual viewpoint of the patient and the caregivers there may be different opinions about the "right" choice. This article reviews some of the potential problems and conflicts, which may arise from multiple diagnostic and therapeutic options. We feel, that it is of utmost importance, that the informed patient is involved in the decision process.