Study Examines Factors Affecting Advance Care Planning in Sexual and Gender Minorities
The researchers found that most of the SGM participants had already engaged in some conversations about EOL plans.
Diagnosis & Disease Information
Comprehensive Hospice, Symptom Assessment Could Steer Patients Toward Appropriate Care Model
A large cohort study sought to determine the effects of hospice care type on management of end of life in terminally ill patients.
Early Palliative Care Reduces End-of-life Health Care Costs
Researchers present data on use of palliative care in the last 30 days of life and the impact on costs among those who did and did not receive palliative care.
Treatment Patterns at End of Life in Pediatric Inpatients With Cancer
Investigators assessed the patterns in medication utilization among pediatric inpatients with cancer in their last week of life.
Integrated Palliative, Oncology Care Improves Quality of Life in Acute Myeloid Leukemia
Investigators assessed the effectiveness of integrated palliative and oncology care on end-of-life outcomes in patients with acute myeloid leukemia.
High Burden of Healthcare Services at End of Life Observed in Patients With Prostate Cancer
Researchers assess outpatient visits, emergency department visits, and hospitalizations in patients with prostate cancer during the final year of life.
Nearly Half of Multiple Myeloma Deaths Occur During Hospitalization
Researchers present data regarding end-of-life care management in patients with multiple myeloma.
Trends in End-of-Life Care in Women With Metastatic Breast Cancer
A recent analysis of insurance claims data revealed trends in ED visits, ICU visits, hospitalizations, and antineoplastic treatment at the end of life in this population.
Aggressive EOL Care Negatively Impacts Care Quality, Health Costs in Metastatic Lung Cancer
Researchers determined that aggressive care at the end of life (EOL) leads to diminished quality of life, poor quality of care, and increased costs for patients with advanced lung cancer.
Culturally Sensitive Navigation Bridges Some Care Gaps for Latino Adults With Advanced Cancer
Researchers explored the effectiveness of tailoring patient navigation programs to address cultural and language barriers for Latino adults with advanced cancer.
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