Despite considerable efforts to improve the quality of end-of-life care in the United States, a new retrospective study led by American Cancer Society (ACS) researchers revealed that close to half of ...

Many Medicare patients with advanced cancer receive potentially aggressive treatment at the expense of supportive care, according to a study that analyzed Medicare records.

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Dr. Greg Vigna Debridement for decubitus ulcers must align with treatment goals, with early reconstructive surgery recommended to avoid ris ...

The goal of palliative care is to manage this pain effectively. Opioid analgesics are considered the most effective treatment ...