• Br J Surg · Nov 2022

    The virtual uncertainty of futility in emergency surgery.

    • Hannah Javanmard-Emamghissi and Susan J Moug.
    • Department of Medicine and Health Science, University of Nottingham at Derby, Royal Derby Hospital, Derby, UK.
    • Br J Surg. 2022 Nov 22; 109 (12): 118411851184-1185.

    AbstractFutility is a controversial topic within surgery. This editorial defines the concept, explains the differing types of surgical futility, and discusses the ethical issues around the subject.

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