Are patients with advanced cancer receiving treatment aligned with their goals?

Published Date: 26 Aug 2025

New research indicates that many patients with advanced cancer report receiving treatment focusing on longevity over comfort, even when their goal is the opposite. The findings are published in Cancer.

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