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Yu Wang1, Xinqing Zhang2, Yilin Huang3
1Department of Radiation Oncology, National Cancer Center/National Clinical Research Center for Cancer/Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College, Beijing, China.
Oncology Reviews
|January 31, 2024
Summary
Palliative care improves cancer patient quality of life but faces challenges in Asia. Solutions include shared decision-making, technology, and training to advance palliative medicine.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Palliative Medicine
- Healthcare Management
Background:
- Cancer incidence is rising globally, increasing the need for effective palliative care.
- Palliative medicine and hospice care development in Asian countries is currently insufficient.
- Palliative care is crucial for relieving cancer pain and enhancing patient quality of life.
Purpose of the Study:
- To comprehensively review challenges hindering palliative medicine promotion in Asia.
- To propose effective countermeasures and solutions for palliative care development.
- To improve palliative care quality for cancer patients in Asian regions.
Main Methods:
- Literature review focusing on palliative medicine challenges and solutions.
- Analysis from the perspectives of healthcare professionals and cancer patients.
- Synthesis of proposed countermeasures for practical application.
Main Results:
- Identified key challenges in palliative medicine promotion from dual perspectives.
- Summarized effective countermeasures including shared decision-making and multidisciplinary cooperation.
- Highlighted the potential of modern science and technology in palliative care.
Conclusions:
- Addressing challenges requires a multifaceted approach including standardized training and personalized treatment.
- Implementing proposed solutions can significantly improve palliative care quality.
- Promoting palliative medicine is essential for better cancer patient outcomes in Asia.
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