Palliative care in oncology

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Palliative care offers essential support for patients facing life-limiting or life-threatening conditions, necessitating a disease-specific approach tailored to individual needs and clinical contexts. Experts in palliative care and oncology detail the distinct needs of patients with advanced cancer compared to those with non-cancer diseases, as well as the requirements for various cancer types. The text explains fundamental principles of symptom control, focusing on pain management related to cancer and its treatment, alongside symptom-guided antineoplastic therapy. It highlights complex therapeutic strategies that encompass both cancer- and symptom-directed options, addressing diverse therapeutic goals. Comprehensive discussions on drug use in palliative cancer care are included, with a dedicated section on care during the final phase of life. Additionally, organizational and policy issues are examined, culminating in a look at potential future developments in palliative care for cancer patients. This resource will particularly benefit palliative care physicians seeking to expand their disease-specific expertise and oncologists eager to integrate modern palliative concepts into their practice with cancer patients.