Utilization of palliative care consultations in pediatric oncology phase I clinical trials
Title
Utilization of palliative care consultations in pediatric oncology phase I clinical trials
Creator
Cuviello A; Boss R; Shah N; Battles H; Beri A; Wiener L
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Publisher
Pediatric Blood and Cancer
Date
2019
Subject
palliative care; pediatric oncology; phase I trial; quality of life; symptom management
Description
Pediatric phase I clinical oncology trials represent a unique cohort of patients who have not responded to standard therapies and remain highly vulnerable to treatment toxicity and/or disease burden. Incorporating a palliative care consultation into the care plan for those with relapsed/refractory cancer where chance of cure is limited is generally recommended. A retrospective chart review of pediatric phase I trials revealed that palliative care was consulted in <20% of patients, most often for symptom management. Efforts to increase the use of palliative services in this population may enhance quality of life for children and families enrolled in phase I studies.
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Oncology 2019 List
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Citation
Cuviello A; Boss R; Shah N; Battles H; Beri A; Wiener L, “Utilization of palliative care consultations in pediatric oncology phase I clinical trials,” Pediatric Palliative Care Library, accessed April 24, 2024, https://pedpalascnetlibrary.omeka.net/items/show/16939.