Patients ’ and family caregivers’ understanding of the cancer stage, treatment goal, and chance of cure: a study with patient‐caregiver‐physician triad.

ConclusionThe discordance revealed our study suggests the need for better communication between physician and patients, as well as the caregivers. Research is needed to develop a comprehensive strategy to improve the understanding of the patients and family so that treatment decisions are made based on realistic estimation.

Source: Psycho-Oncology - June 11, 2017 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Dong Wook Shin, Juhee Cho, So Young Kim, Hyung Kook Yang, Keeho Park, Sun ‐Seog Kweon, Dai Ha Koh, Hae‐Sung Nam, Jong‐Hyock Park Tags: PAPER Source Type: research