Gold Standards Framework Prognostic Indicator Guidance (GSF-PIG)
UK Gold Standards Framework triggers for identifying patients in last 6–12 months of life. Counts the number of generic + specific indicators present.
Score interpretation
→ Continue active management. Re-screen at routine review or with clinical change.
→ Add to local supportive/palliative care register (green/amber phase). MDT discussion; advance care planning conversation; ReSPECT initiation.
→ GSF amber/red. Anticipatory care plan, preferred place of care, anticipatory medications, family communication. Hospice or community palliative referral.
Interpretation bands for the GSF-PIG. Apply clinical judgement and local guidance.
References
Related
Curated clinical cross-links plus same-class fallbacks.
Decision support only — verify against a current formulary, NICE, or your local guideline before clinical use.