Neuro-oncology practice
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Neuro-oncology practice · Oct 2020
Perceptions of prognosis and goal of treatment in patients with malignant gliomas and their caregivers.
Patients with malignant gliomas have a poor prognosis. However, little is known about patients' and caregivers' understanding of the prognosis and the primary treatment goal. ⋯ Patients with malignant gliomas frequently hold inaccurate perceptions of the prognosis and treatment goal. Although caregivers more often report an accurate assessment of these metrics, many still report an overly optimistic perception of prognosis. Interventions are needed to enhance prognostic communication and to help patients cope with the associated distress.