Japanese journal of clinical oncology
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Jpn. J. Clin. Oncol. · Jan 2008
Plasma levels of prothrombin fragment F1+2, D-dimer and prothrombin time correlate with clinical stage and lymph node metastasis in operable gastric cancer patients.
The principal objective of this study was to determine the relationship between preoperative coagulation tests and the extent of tumor involvement in gastric cancer patients. ⋯ PT and plasma levels of F1+2 and D-dimer could be markers of degree or presence of lymph node involvement and clinical stage in patients with operable gastric cancer.
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Jpn. J. Clin. Oncol. · Jan 2008
Palliative chemotherapy preferences and factors that influence patient choice in incurable advanced cancer.
To determine the extent of informed decision-making and treatment preference of Korean patients receiving palliative chemotherapy. ⋯ Self-assessed quality of life was a significant predictor of stronger preference for chemotherapy. In the palliative setting, good doctor-patient communications and consideration of patients' preferences are necessary for making decisions about proper treatment.
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Jpn. J. Clin. Oncol. · Jan 2008
Prevalence, detection and treatment of delirium in terminal cancer inpatients: a prospective survey.
Delirium is a common syndrome in terminal cancer patients. However, its detection and treatment by palliative care teams are not well documented. This survey aimed to determine the prevalence, detection and treatment of delirium in terminal cancer inpatients. ⋯ The prevalence of delirium was high, but the rates of detection and treatment were low. Interventions are recommended to improve the diagnosis and treatment of delirium in palliative care units.