A psychological commentary on the relationship dynamics underlying cancer overtreatment in advanced cancer patients.
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Giorgia Razzini, Unit of Medical Oncology Civil Hospital, Via G. Molinari, Carpi 41012 (MO), Italy, Tel: +39059659981, Email: g.razziniext@ausl.mo.it
Abstract
To prolong life as well as to relieve symptoms, patients with advanced or relapsed cancer are overtreated with antineoplastic agents before they die. On the other hand , prescribing anticancer treatment can be considered a substitute for a relationship that has become more and more difficult as the disease worsens. The aim of this commentary is to reflect on this theme, with particular reference to its psychological implications for oncologists and cancer patients.
Keywords: Cancer; Overtreatment; Oncologist-patient relationship; Hope
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