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Hope.

Richard T Penson1, Fei Gu, Susan Harris

  • 1Department of Medicine, Division of Hematology-Oncology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Yawkey 9066, 55 Fruit Street, Boston, Massachusetts 02114-2617, USA. rpenson@partners.org

The Oncologist
|October 5, 2007
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Hope is crucial for cancer patients and caregivers, offering resilience and support. This study explores realistic hopefulness, managing expectations, and its impact on the patient-caregiver relationship in cancer care.

Area of Science:

  • Oncology
  • Psychosocial Oncology
  • Healthcare Delivery

Background:

  • The Kenneth B. Schwartz Center at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) was founded to advance compassionate healthcare.
  • The center focuses on providing hope to patients and support to caregivers.
  • Monthly Schwartz Center Rounds facilitate discussions on psychosocial issues in patient care.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the multifaceted role of hope in cancer treatment.
  • To examine the impact of hope and fear on the patient-caregiver relationship.
  • To review literature and evidence concerning realistic hopefulness in oncology.

Main Methods:

  • A multidisciplinary forum (Schwartz Center Rounds) was utilized.
  • Case discussion included a patient with recurrent ovarian cancer and her surgeon.

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  • Literature review and limited evidence base analysis were conducted.

    • Main Results:

    • Hope is a key factor in patient resilience during cancer treatment.
    • Discussions addressed concerns regarding false hope and unrealistic expectations.
    • The interplay of hope, fear, and the caregiver-patient dynamic was examined.

    Conclusions:

    • Realistic hopefulness is essential for navigating cancer treatment.
    • Understanding and managing hope is vital for effective patient care and support.
    • The caregiver-patient relationship is significantly influenced by hope and fear.