1. Symptom Management in Pancreatic Cancer.
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Lee KG, Roy V, Laszlo M, Atkins KM, Lin KJ, Tomassian S, and Hendifar AE
- Subjects
- Adenocarcinoma complications, Adenocarcinoma epidemiology, Adenocarcinoma genetics, Carcinoma, Pancreatic Ductal complications, Carcinoma, Pancreatic Ductal epidemiology, Carcinoma, Pancreatic Ductal genetics, Fatigue complications, Fatigue epidemiology, Fatigue genetics, Fatigue therapy, Humans, Mutation genetics, Pain pathology, Palliative Care, Quality of Life, Adenocarcinoma therapy, Carcinoma, Pancreatic Ductal therapy, Pain epidemiology, Pain Management
- Abstract
Opinion Statement: Despite extensive research that has identified new risk factors, genetic mutations, and therapeutic options, pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma continues to be a leading cause of cancer related death. Patients with pancreatic cancer, along with their clinicians, must balance realistic hope alongside a life-threatening diagnosis. As the search for treatments to reduce the morbidity and mortality continues, symptom management and quality of life remain the focus of our efforts. In addition to side effects of cancer-directed therapy, patients are at risk for malnutrition, pain, and fatigue. These factors are often overlooked in practice, so a multidisciplinary team is critical in optimizing the care of patients.
- Published
- 2021
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