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The interval between the last recorded device measurement and time of death ranged from 0 to 25\u00a0min. Recruitment challenges, including strict consent requirements, resulted in premature study termination, as achieving the target sample size of 25 patients was deemed unfeasible.<\/jats:p>\n          <\/jats:sec>\n          <jats:sec>\n            <jats:title>Conclusion<\/jats:title>\n            <jats:p>This pilot study demonstrates the potential of continuous monitoring technologies in palliative care, but inconsistent data availability limits the ability to recommend their routine use at this stage. 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