Palliative care of older glioblastoma patients in neurosurgery.
J Neurooncol
; 157(2): 297-305, 2022 Apr.
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ABSTRACT
PURPOSE:
The care of older neurosurgical patients at the end life is a particularly demanding challenge. Especially, the specific needs of very old patients with glioblastoma at the end of life are at risk of being deprived of adequate care.METHODS:
Based on a narrative literature review, this article aims to explore key issues of the thematic intersection of geriatric glioblastoma patients, palliative care and neurosurgery. RESULTS ANDDISCUSSION:
Four key issues were identified patient-centeredness (need orientation and decision making), early palliative care, advance care planning, and multi-professionalism. Possible benefits and barriers are highlighted with regard to integrating these concepts into neurosurgery.CONCLUSIONS:
Palliative care complements neurosurgical care of geriatric glioblastoma multiforme patients to optimise care for this highly vulnerable category of patients.Palabras clave
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Colección:
01-internacional
Banco de datos:
MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Cuidado Terminal
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Glioblastoma
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Planificación Anticipada de Atención
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Neurocirugia
Límite:
Aged
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Humans
Idioma:
En
Revista:
J Neurooncol
Año:
2022
Tipo del documento:
Article
País de afiliación:
Alemania