Prospective analysis of patient reported symptoms and quality of life in patients with incurable lung cancer treated in a rapid access clinic.

Related Articles Prospective analysis of patient reported symptoms and quality of life in patients with incurable lung cancer treated in a rapid access clinic. Lung Cancer. 2017 Oct;112:35-40 Authors: Lefresne S, Olson R, Cashman R, Kostuik P, Jiang WN, Levy K, Mckenzie MR, Hulstyn A, Liu M, Wu J, Berthelet E Abstract INTRODUCTION: The Vancouver Rapid Access (VARA) clinic was designed to provide palliative radiotherapy and holistic care to patients with incurable lung cancer. Analysis of the pilot phase demonstrated improved radiotherapy wait-times and access to supportive services compared to standard practice. This study aims to prospectively assess the impact…
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