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| Reasons for consultation† n (%) | Main reason n (%) | |
|---|---|---|
| Pain | 64 (83) | 55 (71) |
| Dyspnea | 15 (19) | 8 (10) |
| Confusion / delirium | 5 (6) | 1 (1) |
| Constipation / ileus | 17 (22) | 0 (0) |
| Nausea / vomiting | 4 (5) | 0 (0) |
| Other symptoms | 12 (16) | 2 (3) |
| Advice /starting palliative sedation | 10 (13) | 6 (8) |
| Advance care planning | 8 (10) | 5 (7) |
†A maximum of 3 reasons for consultation was registered per consultation.
