Uncertain diagnosis and prognosis in advanced melanoma: a qualitative study of the experiences of bereaved carers in a time of immune and targeted therapies.

Jennifer A Fox Danette H Langbecker John P Rosenberg Stuart Ekberg

Published in: The British journal of dermatology (2019)

Effective communication of an advanced melanoma diagnosis and prognosis is critical. Recognition of the uncertainty inherent in the benefit of immune and targeted therapies in a constructive manner may facilitate more timely and effective care-planning conversations between patients, carers and medical specialists.

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healthcare
end stage renal disease
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chronic kidney disease
mental health
peritoneal dialysis
prognostic factors
pain management
patient reported