Sex-related differences in end-of-life decision-making in patients with traumatic brain injury: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Key Points

• The objective is to examine how sex affects decision-making processes regarding end-of-life care in patients with traumatic brain injury.
• Conducted systematic review of existing literature
• Performed meta-analysis to assess pooled data
• Included studies focusing on decision-making and sex differences
• Identified significant differences in decision-making based on sex
• Highlighted variances in values and preferences relating to end-of-life care
• Quantified the impact of these differences on caregiver choices and outcomes