Figure 1. Flow Diagram for the Creation of the Study Sample.

All adults who died of heart failure (HF), chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), end-stage kidney disease (ESKD), stroke, dementia, or cancer were assessed for inclusion in the study. Patients who received their first consultation with palliative care within the last year of life at least 7 days before death were included. OHIP indicates Ontario Health Insurance Plan.