Impact of Facility Volume on Overall Survival in Patients With Head and Neck Cancer Undergoing Palliative Treatment.

Praneet C KakiAman M PatelLucy RevercombRussell MaxwellJason A BrantRobert M BrodySteven B CannadyRyan M Carey

Published in: The American journal of hospice & palliative care (2024)

Undergoing palliative treatment at HVFs is associated with higher OS in HNC. The survival benefit derived from high facility volume should be carefully considered in the context of other patient and facility characteristics in end-of-life management, with specific emphasis on patient-directed goals of care.

Keyphrases

palliative care
healthcare
public health
quality improvement
pain management
replacement therapy
global health