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With more treatment options in oncology lead to better outcomes and more favorable side effect profiles, patients are living longer-with higher quality of life-than ever, with a growing survivor population. As the needs of patients and providers evolve, and technology advances, cancer care is subject to change. This review explores the myriad of changes in the current oncology landscape with a focus on the patient perspective and patient-centered care.
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http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.semradonc.2024.07.001 | DOI Listing |
Clin J Am Soc Nephrol
September 2025
Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada.
Diabetes Ther
September 2025
HaaPACS GmbH, Schriesheim, Germany.
Introduction: Weight and diabetes stigma among healthcare professionals (HCPs) may negatively impact treatment decisions, patient outcomes, and physician-patient interactions. We assessed the relationship between weight stigma, diabetes stigma, perceptions of healthcare quality, and avoidance of healthcare among adults with type 2 diabetes (T2D).
Methods: This observational, online survey-based study included 857 US adults with T2D.
Palliat Med Rep
June 2025
Division of Supportive and Palliative Care, National Cancer Centre Singapore, Singapore.
Background: Patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) enhance patient-centered care but routine implementation in oncology settings remains challenging. This study seeks to explore patients' experiences with routine PROM integration within a health care setting with employed strategies to maximize uptake and inclusivity.
Methods: A qualitative study employing a phenomenological approach was conducted at the National Cancer Centre Singapore.
Palliat Med Rep
June 2025
Department of Geriatric Medicine, Ghent University Hospital, Ghent, Belgium.
Background: Person-centered supportive care for older persons with acute illness is much needed but not easily achieved.
Aims Of The Study: To uncover processes and consequences of an educational intervention in acute geriatric wards intended as an exposure experience.
Design: General inductive qualitative analysis was conducted on data from a four-step intervention: group coaching, an open conversation with a patient and family member (PT/FM), reflection on transcribed conversations with co-participant, and group peer reflection.
Palliat Med Rep
August 2025
Division of Palliative Medicine, Mayo Clinic Arizona, Phoenix, Arizona, USA.
Airway obstruction is a distressing and potentially life-threatening complication in patients with advanced head and neck cancers, particularly squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) of the pharynx. This case highlights the clinical, ethical, and interdisciplinary complexities involved in managing airway compromise in the context of progressive disease and limited treatment options. A 75-year-old man with recurrent SCC of the soft palate, nasopharynx, oropharynx, and hypopharynx, recently initiated on pembrolizumab and radiation therapy, presented with dysphagia, stridor, and intermittent tumor bleeding.
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