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International perspectives on pediatric palliative care: Argentina

Rut Kiman1

  • 1Instituto Pallium Latinoamérica, Universidad Nacional José C. Paz, Provincia de Buenos Aires, Argentina.

Current Problems in Pediatric and Adolescent Health Care
|December 13, 2023
PubMed

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Pediatric palliative care (PPC) has advanced globally since the 1980s. However, PPC in Argentina requires further integration into the national healthcare system despite progress.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Palliative Care
  • Healthcare System Integration
  • Child Health Services

Background:

  • Global recognition of pediatric palliative care (PPC) importance since the 1980s.
  • Advancements in PPC services driven by collaboration, regulation, education, and patient-centered approaches.
  • PPC addresses children with life-limiting and life-threatening conditions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the current state of pediatric palliative care integration in Argentina.
  • To highlight progress and remaining challenges in establishing comprehensive PPC services.

Main Methods:

  • Review of advancements in PPC globally.
  • Analysis of factors contributing to PPC development.
  • Assessment of PPC integration within the Argentinian healthcare system.

Main Results:

  • Significant global progress in PPC development and service delivery.
  • Key drivers for PPC advancement identified: collaboration, regulatory frameworks, education, and patient-centered care.
  • Pediatric palliative care in Argentina is not yet fully integrated into the healthcare system.

Conclusions:

  • While global trends show advancements in pediatric palliative care, Argentina faces challenges in full healthcare system integration.
  • Continued efforts are needed to ensure comprehensive access to pediatric palliative care for children in Argentina.
  • The identified drivers of progress offer a roadmap for future integration efforts.

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