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Palliative Care in Oropharyngeal Cancer
Abstract
Palliative care is an approach that aims to improve the quality of life for patients with serious, incurable illnesses by focusing on symptom relief. Oropharyngeal cancer is often diagnosed at advanced stages and presents a range of physical and psychological symptoms. This chapter aims to synthesize information regarding oropharyngeal cancer and its approach through palliative care, emphasizing the importance of an interdisciplinary perspective to improve quality of life by alleviating symptoms such as pain, difficulty swallowing, and breathing problems. Adequate nutritional support is crucial, given the significant impact of the disease on the patient's food intake and nutrition. Furthermore, the need for public policies that ensure equitable access to palliative care and its integration into the healthcare system should be emphasized. It is, therefore, evident the importance of investing in the education and training of professionals in this type of care for global public health.
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