This article examines the research evidence regarding the benefits for a specialist paediatric palliative care (SPPC) service, supported by a physician with specialist training. Eight studies, from 5 countries were identified and provides a body of low level evidence. Themes across all studies suggest these services improve quality and life and symptom control and can impact positively on place of care and family support.
Mitchell, S. 2017. Specialist paediatric palliative care services: what are the benefits? Archives of Diseases in Childhood, 2017 102 p923-929.