Feeding Tubes in Advanced Dementia: Rethinking the Lifeline

Feeding tubes in advanced dementia – life-saving or unnecessary distress? This is a tough conversation, but one that medical professionals and families must have.


📖 References & Studies:
Feeding Tubes & Dementia Outcomes: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25039...
Ethical Considerations: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles...

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