The Role of Palliative Care in the Management of Patients with Hepatocellular Carcinoma.

Michael Babich, Nabeeha Mohy-Ud-Din

Journal: Clinics in liver disease 2024;29(1):149-156

PMID: 39608954

Full Text on Elsevier Science View on PubMed

Abstract

Hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) is the most common primary malignancy of the liver, and 85% to 90% of cases of HCC occur in patients with underlying liver disease. This makes it a complex illness to treat, because disease burden occurs not only from the cancer, but also potential decompensation of the underlying liver disease. Palliative care is multifaceted care that addresses physical, spiritual, and psychosocial needs of patients and can provide support for their caregivers. It can help in advance care planning and hospice support. Early integration of palliative care can improve patient qualify of life and patient/caregiver satisfaction.

Address: Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, Allegheny Health Network, 320 East North Avenue, 7th Floor, South Tower, Pittsburgh, PA 15212, USA.; Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, Allegheny Health Network, 320 East North Avenue, 7th Floor, South Tower, Pittsburgh, PA 15212, USA. Electronic address: [email protected].

DOI: 10.1016/j.cld.2024.08.005

Link outs

Free resources

Medical:

https://medlineplus.gov/palliativecare.html

Subscription / membership required

Full Text Sources:

MeSH Terms: Humans, Carcinoma, Hepatocellular, Liver Neoplasms, Palliative Care, Quality of Life, Advance Care Planning