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ReviewWorld journal of clinical cases2025

Integration of rehabilitation and palliative care in cancer management: A futuristic model.

Raktim Swarnakar, Shiv Lal Yadav

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Review in World journal of clinical cases, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 2 papers, 1 of them a synthesis that pooled it.

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1 · What the graph read from it

What it found

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2 · The registry

The trial behind it

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3 · Its place in the literature

Who cites it

2 citing papers in PubMed, 1 synthesis or guideline pooled it.

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4 · The record

Corrections and comments

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

2 authors.

Raktim SwarnakarDepartment of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi 110029, Delhi, India. raktimswarnakar@hotmail.com.
Shiv Lal YadavDepartment of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi 110029, Delhi, India.

Funding

No grant is acknowledged in the PubMed record.

6 · The paper itself

Abstract

It explores the integration of rehabilitation and palliative care in cancer management, advocating for a holistic approach that addresses the diverse needs of patients throughout their treatment journey. Traditional cancer care often prioritizes curative interventions at the expense of overall well-being, leading to a fragmented experience for patients. By combining rehabilitation-focused on restoring function and improving physical health-with palliative care-emphasizing symptom management and quality of life-healthcare providers can create a comprehensive support system. The essay highlights the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration among healthcare professionals, as well as the need for education and training to implement this integrated model effectively. Additionally, it addresses potential barriers such as funding limitations and institutional resistance. Ultimately, the integration of these two disciplines represents a critical evolution in cancer care, enhancing patient outcomes and ensuring that individuals receive compassionate, patient-centered support throughout their journey.

Indexed as

Cancer rehabilitationPalliative carePalliative medicinePhysical medicine and rehabilitationRehabilitation

Identifiers

PMID40291584
PMCPMC11718568

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