Experience of Low-Dose, Short-Course Palliative Radiotherapy for Bleeding from Unresectable Gastric Cancer.

abstract：: Background: Cancer pain can remain refractory despite escalating opioids and adjuvants. Systemic Lidocaine is an option, but current approaches are hospital centered. While advantageous in advanced cancer, evidence is lacking for parenteral Lidocaine use in community-based...

journal_title：Journal of palliative medicine

authors： Chong PH,Yeo ZZ

更新日期：2020-12-22 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Millions of older adults require Medicaid-funded home care, referred to as In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS). Many of these individuals experience serious illness, disability, and common symptoms such as pain and shortness of breath. OBJECTIVE:To explore whether and how to integrate symptom assessment into...

journal_title：Journal of palliative medicine

authors： Odierna DH,Katen MT,Feuz MA,McMahan RD,Ritchie CS,McSpadden S,Burns M,Volow AM,Sudore RL

更新日期：2018-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：: Background: Many patients with serious kidney disease have an elevated symptom burden, high mortality, and poor quality of life. Palliative care has the potential to address these problems, yet nephrology patients frequently lack access to this specialty. ...

journal_title：Journal of palliative medicine

authors： Scherer JS,Harwood K,Frydman JL,Moriyama D,Brody AA,Modersitzki F,Blaum CS,Chodosh J

更新日期：2020-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:As the United States braces for full implementation of health care reform, the eyes of the nation are on Medicaid. The large number of newly eligible Medicaid beneficiaries may challenge health care resources and ultimately impact quality of care. This is a special concern among current Medicaid beneficiarie...

journal_title：Journal of palliative medicine

authors： Lindley LC,Lyon ME

更新日期：2013-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Although hospice emergency kits (HEKs) are provided by many home hospice agencies, little is known about their use, side effects, and perceived impact. OBJECTIVE:To evaluate HEK medication utilization, side effects, and impact as perceived by home hospice patients and their caregivers. METHODS:We conducted...

journal_title：Journal of palliative medicine

authors： Bailey FA,Williams BR,Goode PS,Woodby LL,Granstaff US,Echt KV,Redden DT,Kvale E,Burgio KL

更新日期：2014-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:In 1997, a biweekly, 18-month Palliative Care Seminar Series was started at Mount Sinai School of Medicine as a way to explore participants' beliefs about palliative care and to instill the knowledge, skills, and attitudes needed to improve care at the end of life. The goal of this study was to examine the effe...

journal_title：Journal of palliative medicine

authors： Spiegel MJ,Meier DE,Goldhirsch S,Natale D,Morrison RS

更新日期：2002-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The emerging role of the advanced practice nurse (APN) as a palliative care provider is gaining increased recognition in the United States. The APN's ability to perform comprehensive physical evaluations, order and interpret diagnostics, and prescribe appropriate medications while receiving reimbursement allow this pr...

journal_title：Journal of palliative medicine

authors： Kuebler KK

更新日期：2003-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：CONTEXT:Family members often lack the knowledge of patients' values and preferences needed to function well as surrogate decision-makers. OBJECTIVE:To determine whether differences in values and preferences for the advance care planning process may be reasons family members are inadequately informed to act as surrogat...

journal_title：Journal of palliative medicine

authors： Hines SC,Glover JJ,Babrow AS,Holley JL,Badzek LA,Moss AH

更新日期：2001-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：: Background: Guidelines on pediatric palliative care recommend to provide care for children and adolescents with life-limiting conditions at home. Since 2007, in Germany, palliative home care can be provided by specialized outpatient palliative care teams. However, teams wi...

journal_title：Journal of palliative medicine

authors： Engler J,Gruber D,Engler F,Hach M,Seipp H,Kuss K,Gerlach FM,Ulrich LR,Erler A

更新日期：2020-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Actions in preparation for death and talks about death between advanced cancer patients and their families are considered essential to achieve a good death. However, little is known about the prevalence of such actions compared with talks and their association with bereaved families' psychological morbidity....

journal_title：Journal of palliative medicine

authors： Mori M,Yoshida S,Shiozaki M,Morita T,Baba M,Aoyama M,Kizawa Y,Tsuneto S,Shima Y,Miyashita M

更新日期：2018-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Persons with cystic fibrosis (CF) experience high morbidity and mortality, yet little is known about their palliative care needs and how clinicians may address these needs. OBJECTIVES:(1) To identify palliative care and advance care planning needs of patients with CF and their families; and (2) to identify ...

journal_title：Journal of palliative medicine

authors： Hobler MR,Engelberg RA,Curtis JR,Ramos KJ,Zander MI,Howard SS,Goss CH,Aitken ML

更新日期：2018-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Cancer and its treatment can significantly affect appearance and body integrity. A number of studies have explored the impact of cancer and its treatment on body image, primarily in head and neck and breast cancer. The aim of this pilot study was to examine the construct of body image dissatisfaction and its...

journal_title：Journal of palliative medicine

authors： Rhondali W,Chisholm GB,Filbet M,Kang DH,Hui D,Cororve Fingeret M,Bruera E

更新日期：2015-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:This study describes the process and population involved in pediatric advance care planning at one Midwest medical center. The outcomes and the parents' perceptions of this planning are also discussed. METHODS:Pediatric patients with advance directives were identified from ethics consultations records. Infor...

journal_title：Journal of palliative medicine

authors： Hammes BJ,Klevan J,Kempf M,Williams MS

更新日期：2005-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：: Background: Research on what children wished they had done differently after their sibling's death has not been reported. Objective: Examine what children wished they had/had not done, and their coping after a sibling's neonata...

journal_title：Journal of palliative medicine

authors： Youngblut JM,Brooten D

更新日期：2020-07-08 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Methadone is an attractive medication for treating children with advanced cancer with pain as it is the only long-acting opioid available as a liquid. However, it is not frequently used due to concerns about potential toxicities and side effects. OBJECTIVE:Evaluate the efficacy and safety of methadone as th...

journal_title：Journal of palliative medicine

authors： Madden K,Mills S,Dibaj S,Williams JL,Liu D,Bruera E

更新日期：2018-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：: Introduction: The concept of total suffering is well known to palliative care, and it indicates that there are several complex and correlated factors, which contribute to a dynamic and unique experience of one's illness trajectory. Research on terminally ill patients' will...

journal_title：Journal of palliative medicine

authors： Julião M,Antunes B,Nunes B,Sobral MA,Chaves P,Runa D,Bruera E

更新日期：2020-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Respiratory signs and symptoms are commonly encountered by physicians who care for cancer patients. Supplemental oxygen (SOx) has long been used for treatment of hypoxic respiratory insufficiency, but data reveal mixed efficacy results. The use and outcome patterns of technologically advanced oxygen delivery...

journal_title：Journal of palliative medicine

authors： Epstein AS,Hartridge-Lambert SK,Ramaker JS,Voigt LP,Portlock CS

更新日期：2011-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Pediatric intensive care units (PICUs) are highly technological settings in which advanced care is used to restore health to critically ill children; however, they are also places where children die. Understanding the needs of parents bereaved in this setting is essential for better family care. OBJECTIVE:T...

journal_title：Journal of palliative medicine

authors： Meert KL,Schim SM,Briller SH

更新日期：2011-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Psychiatric research in the 1950s and 1960s showed potential for psychedelic medications to markedly alleviate depression and suffering associated with terminal illness. More recent published studies have demonstrated the safety and efficacy of psilocybin, MDMA, and ketamine when administered in a medically ...

journal_title：Journal of palliative medicine

authors： Byock I

更新日期：2018-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Transfusion is not an exceptional circumstance in palliative cancer patients (PCPs). This makes it necessary to confront not only medical aspects but also those of infrastructure and ethical issues. On some occasions, literature needs to be consulted to work out the best approach in a patient's particular ca...

journal_title：Journal of palliative medicine

authors： Uceda Torres ME,Rodríguez Rodríguez JN,Sánchez Ramos JL,Alvarado Gómez F

更新日期：2014-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Outpatient palliative care (PC) has been shown to positively impact quality of life and decrease healthcare utilization, but there are limited data describing what activities render these benefits. OBJECTIVE:Describe the topics addressed by an outpatient PC team during scheduled visits. DESIGN:Longitudinal...

journal_title：Journal of palliative medicine

authors： Bischoff K,Yang E,Kojimoto G,Shepard Lopez N,Holland S,Calton B,Adkins SH,Cheng S,Miller BJ,Rabow MW

更新日期：2018-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:To describe caregivers' reasons for transfer from home hospice to inpatient facilities, preferences for site of care and death, and their experiences during these transfers. DESIGN:Retrospective qualitative analysis of interviews with caregivers of deceased hospice patients who had undergone transfer. SETTI...

journal_title：Journal of palliative medicine

authors： Evans WG,Cutson TM,Steinhauser KE,Tulsky JA

更新日期：2006-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：PURPOSE:This study evaluated a cancer case management pilot program focusing on palliative care, the Omega Life Program (OLP), by assessing whether the program was associated with reduced hospital utilization. METHODS:A retrospective observational study of patients with cancer who enrolled in the OLP (intervention) co...

journal_title：Journal of palliative medicine

authors： Seow H,Piet L,Kenworthy CM,Jones S,Fagan PJ,Dy SM

更新日期：2008-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：: Background: Many older adults with serious illness who depend on others for care have symptoms that are difficult to manage. Supporting caregivers in symptom assessment (SA) may reduce suffering. Objective: Pilot an SA-Toolkit ...

journal_title：Journal of palliative medicine

authors： Nouri S,Ritchie C,Chen P,Volow A,Li B,Tellez I,Sudore RL

更新日期：2020-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:We sought to develop and validate a novel palliative medicine needs assessment tool for patients with cancer in the emergency department. METHODS:An expert panel trained in palliative medicine and emergency medicine reviewed and adapted a general palliative medicine symptom assessment tool, the Needs at the ...

journal_title：Journal of palliative medicine

authors： Richards CT,Gisondi MA,Chang CH,Courtney DM,Engel KG,Emanuel L,Quest T

更新日期：2011-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Purpose of report: Understanding the impact of palliative care interventions on intensive care unit (ICU) costs and utilization is critical for demonstrating the value of palliative care. Performing these economic assessments, however, can be challenging. The purpose of this special report is to highlight and discuss ...

journal_title：Journal of palliative medicine

authors： Khandelwal N,Brumback LC,Halpern SD,Coe NB,Brumback B,Curtis JR

更新日期：2017-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：: Background: There are substantial disparities in distribution of palliative care (PC) services within Latin America, with Bolivia historically lagging behind neighboring countries in PC metrics. Comprehensive data on PC in Bolivia were last collected in 2012 through the La...

journal_title：Journal of palliative medicine

authors： Judkins J,Alhalel J,Hauser J,Pastrana T

更新日期：2020-09-21 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:As palliative care grows and evolves, robust programs to train and develop the next generation of leaders are needed. Continued integration of palliative care into the fabric of usual health care requires leaders who are prepared to develop novel programs, think creatively about integration into the current ...

journal_title：Journal of palliative medicine

authors： Kamal AH,Anderson WG,Boss RD,Brody AA,Campbell TC,Creutzfeldt CJ,Hurd CJ,Kinderman AL,Lindenberger EC,Reinke LF

更新日期：2016-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：: Background: Diabetes is increasingly prevalent globally, including in palliative care. Guidelines vary as to the ideal glycemic goals for patients near the end of life. The relationship between hyperglycemia and attributable symptoms late in life remains ill defined. ...

journal_title：Journal of palliative medicine

authors： Kleinig PA,Woodman RJ,Currow DC

更新日期：2020-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：: Background: Providers often use birth plans to document parents' wishes for their fetus with a life-limiting condition. Objective: The objective of the study was to (1) discover important components of a birth plan for parents ...

journal_title：Journal of palliative medicine

authors： Cortezzo DE,Bowers K,Cameron Meyer M

更新日期：2019-11-01 00:00:00