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Table 5 Comparison of core themes between reviews of research in Ireland

From: Examining palliative and end of life care research in Ireland within a global context: a systematic mapping review of the evidence

2002–2012 Themes

2012–2017 Themes

Specific groups/populations

Specific groups, services, and settings

Services and settings

Management of symptoms

Symptom management

Bereavement

End of life care and bereavement

Death and dying

Communication and education

Identification, communication and education

Complementary and alternative medicine/intervention

Experiences, perceptions, and needs

Spirituality

Methodology and Evaluation