Patterns of interactions among patients with advanced pancreatic cancer, their caregivers, and healthcare providers during symptom discussions.

Chia-Chun TangClaire DrauckerMohamedtaki A TejaniDiane Von Ah

Published in: Supportive care in cancer : official journal of the Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer (2018)

Our findings provide a systematic description of a variety of types of interaction patterns regarding symptom discussion among APC patients, caregivers, and healthcare providers. These typologies can be used to facilitate effective communication and symptom management.

Keyphrases

healthcare
patient reported
palliative care
end stage renal disease
newly diagnosed
ejection fraction
peritoneal dialysis
health insurance