The concept that expensive life-saving measures should not be used on people older than age 80 is known as:

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The concept of not using expensive life-saving measures on people older than age 80 is known as age-based rationing of care. This means that the allocation of healthcare resources is based on the age of the patient, which some may view as age discrimination or ageism, but it is a reality in some healthcare systems. Age euthanasia and active euthanasia involve intentional action to end someone's life, which is not the same as withholding expensive life-saving measures based on age.

The Concept That Expensive Life-Saving Measures Should Not Be Used