Impact of Inpatient Palliative Care Consultation in Patients with Gastrointestinal Cancer
In a study published in the Journal of Palliative Medicine, researchers found that patients with advanced gastrointestinal cancer who received inpatient palliative care experienced fewer readmissions, shorter hospital stays, and lower health care costs. The authors highlight that integrating palliative care into oncological care can improve patient outcomes, optimize resource utilization, and underscores its essential role in comprehensive cancer management.