life-limiting
US /ˈlaɪfˌlɪm.ɪ.tɪŋ/
UK /ˈlaɪfˌlɪm.ɪ.tɪŋ/
1.
describing a disease or condition that cannot be cured and that is expected to kill someone within a limited period of time
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She was diagnosed with a life-limiting illness.
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Palliative care is often provided to patients with life-limiting conditions.