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Advances in hospice care

J Y Leland¹, R S Schonwetter

¹Division of Geriatric Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, University of South Florida College of Medicine, Tampa, Florida 33612, USA.

Clinics in Geriatric Medicine

|May 1, 1997

Summary

Hospice and palliative care offer patient-centered approaches to end-of-life care, emphasizing symptom management and quality of life. These integrated methods are increasingly becoming standard in mainstream medicine.

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Area of Science:

Palliative Care and Hospice Medicine
Healthcare Integration
Patient-Centered Care

Background:

Hospice care emerged as a response to impersonal, technology-focused end-of-life medical practices.
Modern medicine's approach to end-of-life care is often perceived as detached and overly reliant on technology.

Purpose of the Study:

To examine the integration of hospice and palliative care principles into mainstream healthcare.
To highlight the shift towards patient-defined quality of life and interdisciplinary symptom management.

Main Methods:

Review of evolving symptom control strategies, including chemotherapy and radiation therapy.
Analysis of the development of a specialized knowledge base in palliative care.
Examination of research advancements fostering integration.

Main Results:

Hospice and palliative care principles are increasingly influencing diverse healthcare settings.
Expanded symptom management includes advanced therapies like chemotherapy and radiation.
Dedicated research and knowledge development are driving integration.

Conclusions:

Hospice and palliative care represent a significant evolution in end-of-life care.
The integration of these patient-centered approaches enhances quality of life and symptom control.
These specialized care models are becoming integral to modern healthcare delivery.

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