“Non-palliative care” – a qualitative study of older cancer patients’ and their family members’ experiences with the health care system

“Non-palliative care” – a qualitative study of older cancer patients’ and their family members’ experiences with the health care system

Abstract Background Among all cancer patients in the palliative phase, ¾ have reached the age of 65. An aging population will increase the number of people afflicted with cancer, and create challenges for patients, family members and health services. Nevertheless, limited research has focused explic...

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Main Authors: Marianne Fjose, Grethe Eilertsen, Marit Kirkevold, Ellen Karine Grov
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-09-01
Series:BMC Health Services Research
Subjects:
Palliative care
Older
Cancer
Family caregivers
Family research
Health services
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12913-018-3548-1

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