OP2-3 Referral timing for palliative care consultation and its associations with end-of-life outcomes in patients with cancer

ESMO Open 2026 Open access

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Authors: Shin Hye Yoo, Jung Sun Kim, Jin-Ah Sim
DOI: 10.1016/j.esmoop.2025.105948
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Abstract

While evidence increasingly supports the benefits of early palliative care (PC) referral for patients with cancer, the optimal timing of referral remains unclear. This study aimed to assess the association between PC consultation referral timing and end-of-life outcomes in patients with cancer.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Palliative Care and End-of-Life Issues Palliative and Oncologic Care Frailty in Older Adults

Publication details

Journal / source
ESMO Open
Volume
11
Pages
105948–105948
Publication date
1 February 2026
Language
EN