Asia-Pacific journal of clinical oncology
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Asia Pac J Clin Oncol · Aug 2018
Chemotherapy in patients with unresected pancreatic cancer in Australia: A population-based study of uptake and survival.
Palliative chemotherapy improves symptom control and prolongs survival in patients with unresectable pancreatic cancer, but there is a paucity of data describing its use and effectiveness in everyday practice. We explored patterns of chemotherapy use in patients with unresected pancreatic cancer in Australia and the impact of use on survival. ⋯ These findings highlight the need to establish referral pathways to ensure that all patients have the opportunity to discuss treatment options with a medical oncologist. This is particularly relevant for health care systems covering areas with a geographically dispersed population.