Navigating Infections in End-of-Life Care

This chapter addresses the complexities of infection management in a 67-year-old woman with unresectable cholangiocarcinoma, underscoring the challenges of antibiotic treatment in advanced cancer cases. The speakers highlight the importance of clear communication among healthcare providers and patients regarding treatment options, prognosis, and goals of care, especially in the context of palliative and hospice care. They introduce the REMAP framework to facilitate discussions about patient values and the implications of prolonged antimicrobial use amidst growing drug resistance.