Rethinking Treatment Intent Beyond the Curative/Palliative Binary in Modern Oncology

JAMA Oncology 2026

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Authors: Hanneke W.M. van Laarhoven, Inge Henselmans, Peter S.N. van Rossum
DOI: 10.1001/jamaoncol.2026.0493
Cited by: 1
References: 6

Abstract

This Viewpoint discusses the curative/palliative dichotomy used to describe the framework of cancer care and how it may affect care trajectories, patient-centered communication, shared decision-making, and advance care planning.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Palliative Care and End-of-Life Issues Cancer survivorship and care Economic and Financial Impacts of Cancer

Publication details

Journal / source
JAMA Oncology
Publisher
American Medical Association (AMA)
Volume
12
Issue
6
Pages
569–569
Publication date
23 April 2026
Language
EN