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Palliative medicine as active cancer therapy support
Nihon Rinsho. Japanese Journal of Clinical Medicine
|December 15, 2018
Summary
Palliative cancer care now emphasizes improving quality of life (QOL) for patients and families from diagnosis through treatment. This approach integrates supportive care and shared decision-making, including patients and families as active team members in cancer therapy.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Palliative Medicine
- Patient-Centered Care
Background:
- Traditional cancer therapy includes surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy.
- Palliative cancer care has evolved from end-of-life support to enhancing quality of life (QOL) from diagnosis.
- Modern palliative care is integral to active cancer treatment.
Purpose of the Study:
- To redefine the role of palliative medicine within active cancer therapy.
- To highlight the integration of supportive care and shared decision-making.
- To emphasize the inclusion of patients and families as key members of the cancer care team.
Main Methods:
- Literature review and conceptual analysis of palliative care evolution.
- Examination of shared decision-making models in oncology.
- Application of the concept of 'concordance' to multidisciplinary cancer care.
Main Results:
- Palliative medicine actively supports patients through adverse events of cancer treatments.
- Shared decision-making empowers patients and families in treatment planning.
- The principle of concordance promotes adherence and collaborative team approaches.
Conclusions:
- Palliative care is a vital component of active cancer therapy, focusing on QOL.
- Integrating patients and families as team members enhances cancer care delivery.
- The concept of concordance fosters a collaborative approach to cancer treatment.
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