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Hospice Palliative Care Articles Of The Month

2008

MONTH

TITLE

REFERENCE

Cross-cultural variation in mental health at end of life in patients with ALS

Authors: Albert SM, Wasner M, Tider T, Drory VE, Borasio GD  

Journal: Neurology 2007; 68: 1058-1061

 

2007

MONTH

TITLE

REFERENCE

November

Effect of topical morphine for mucositis-associated pain following concomitant chemo-radiotherapy for head and neck cancer.

Authors: Cerchietti L.C.A., Navigante A.H., Bonomi M.R., et al.

Journal: Cancer 2002; 95: 2230-6

October

Death, Dying and Burial Rites in Islam

Authors:  Al-Shahri MZ, Fadul N and Elsayem A.

Journal:  European Journal of Palliative Care 2007; 13(4): 164-7

September

Hospice and Palliative Care Development in Africa:
A Multi-Method Review of Services and Experiences

 

Reviewed by:
Gian Domenico Borasio, MD,
University of Munich, Germany and IAHPC Board Member

Author(s): David Clark, Michael Wright, Jennifer Hunt, and Thomas Lynch
International Observatory on End of Life Care, Institute for Health Research, Lancaster University, Lancaster, United Kingdom

Journal: 
Journal of Pain and Symptom Management 2007; 33(6): 698-710.
Aug

Therapeutic relationships in specialist
palliative care nursing practice

Reviewer:
Margaret O'Connor, RN, PhD, DN, A.M.

Author(s):Canning, D., Rosenberg, J.P.& Yates, P

Journal: International Journal of Palliative Nursing 2007; 13 (5) 222-22
June

Palliative Care Development in South America: A Focus on Argentina.

Edited by: Roberto Wenk, MD
Argentina

Author(s): Wenk, R and Bertolino, M.

Journal: Journal of Pain and Symptom Management 2007; 33 (5): 645-650

Consultation in palliative care:
The relevance of clarification of problems
.

Author(s): Vernooij-Dassen M J.F.J, Groot M.M., van den Berg J, Kuin A,
van der Linder B.A, van Zuylen L, Crul B J.P., Grol R P.T.M.

Journal: European Journal of Cancer 2007; Jan 43 (2): 316-22

April

Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial of Erythropoietin in Non–Small-Cell Lung Cancer With Disease-Related Anemia

Edited by Eduardo Bruera, M.D.
Professor & Chair Department of Palliative Care & Rehabilitation Medicine

Author(s): James R. Wright, et. al,

Journal: Journal of Clinical Oncology, Vol 25, No 9 (March 20), 2007: pp. 1027-1032
© 2007 American Society of Clinical Oncology.

Prognostic significance of symptoms of hospitalised advanced cancer patients

Author(s): Teunissen SC, de Graeff A, de Haes HC, Voest EE

Journal:  European Journal of Cancer 2006; 42: 2510-6

Errors in symptom intensity self-assessment by patients receiving outpatient palliative care

Author(s): Garyali A, Palmer JL, Yennurajalingam S, Zhang T, Pace EA, Bruera E.

Journal: Journal of Palliative Medicine 2006; Vol. 9, No. 5: 1059-1065
(ESAS)

2006

MONTH

TITLE

REFERENCE

December
n/a  
The use of benzodiazepines in palliative care

Author(s): Henderson M, MacGregor E, Sykes N, Hotopf  M

Journal: Palliative Medicine 2006; 20: 407-412

REFORM OF DRUG CONTROL POLICY FOR PALLIATIVE CARE IN ROMANIA

Author(s): Mosoiu D, Ryan KM, Joranson DE, and Garthwaite JP

Journal: The Lancet 2006; 367 June 24: 2110-2117 www.thelancet.com

Patient-Controlled Methylphenidate for Cancer Fatigue: a double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled trial

Author(s): Bruera E, Valer V, Driver L, Shen L, Willey J, Zhang T, Palmer J.L

Journal:  J Clinical Oncology 2006; 24: 2073-8

A comparison of symptom prevalence in far advanced Cancer, AIDS, Heart Disease, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease and Renal Disease

Author(s): Solano JP, Gomes B, Higginson IJ

Journal: Journal of Pain and Symptom Management 2006; 31/1: 58-69

Symptom evaluation in palliative medicine: patient report vs systematic assessment

Author(s): Homsi J, et al.

Journal: Supportive Care in Cancer 2006 ; 14 : 444-453

A validation study of the WHO analgesic ladder: a two-step vs three-step strategy

Author(s): Maltoni M, Scarpi E, Modonesi C, et al.

Journal: Supportive Care Cancer 2005; 13: 888-894

Reducing the risk of burnout in end-of-life care settings:
The role of daily spiritual experiences and training.

Author(s): Holland JM and Neimeyer RA

Journal: Palliative and Supportive Care 2005; 3: 173-181

Hospice Referral Practices for Children with Cancer:

A survey of Pediatric Oncologists

Author(s): Fowler K, Poehling K, Billheimer D, Hamilton R, Wu H, Mulder J, Frangoul H *

Journal:  Journal of Clinical Oncology 24: 1099-1104; 2006

Wound care with antibacterial honey (Medihoney) in pediatric haematology oncology

Author(s): Simon A, Sofka K, Wiszniewsky G, Blaser G, Bode U, Fleischhack G

Journal: 
Support Care Cancer 2006; 14: 91-7

Managing the care of patients with bisphosphonate-associated osteonecrosis.

An American Academy of Oral Medicine position paper

Author(s): Migliorati CA , Casiglia J, Epstein J, Jacobsen PL , Siegel MA, Woo S-B

Journal: 
JADA. American Dental Association 2005; 136: 1658-1668
January

Prognostic factors in advanced cancer patients: evidence-based clinical recommendations- A study by the Steering Committee of the European Association for Palliative Care

Author(s): Jonathan Koffman and Irene J Higginson

Abstract: Journal of Palliative Medicine 2004; 7/5: 628-636

2005

MONTH

TITLE

REFERENCE

Sleep disturbances in palliative cancer patients attending a pain and symptom control clinic Author(s): Maltoni M, Caraceni A, Brunelli C, Broeckaert B, Christakis N, Eychmueller S et al.

Journal: 
J Clinical Oncology 2005; 23:6240-48
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Low dose diamorphine reduces breathlessness without causing a fall in oxygen saturation in elderly patients with end-stage idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis Author(s): Allen S, Raut S, Woollard J, Vassallo M.

Abstract:  Palliative Medicine 2005; 19: 128-130
Opioid purchases and expenditure in nine western European countries: “Are we killing off morphine?”

Author(s): F. De Conno, C. Ripamonti, C. Brunelli

Abstract:  Palliative Medicine 2005; 19: 179-184

August

Predicting survival in terminal cancer patients: clinical observation or quality of life evaluation?

Author(s): Toscani R, Brunelli C, Miccinesi G et al.

Abstract: 
Palliative Medicine 2005; 19: 220-7
July

Should patients with advanced, incurable cancers ever be sent home with total parenteral nutrition?

A single Institution’s 20-year experience.

Author(s): Hoda D, Jatoi A, Burnes J, Loprinzi C, Kelly D.

Abstract: 
Cancer 2005; 103:863-8
June
The management of xerostomia in patients on haemodialysis: comparison of artificial saliva and chewing gum

Author(s): Bots CP, Brand HS, Veerman ECI et al.

Abstract:  Palliative Medicine 2005; 19: 202-207

May
Effects of spiritual care training for palliative care professionals Author(s): Wasner M, Longaker C, Fegg MJ, Borasio GD

Abstract:  Palliative Medicine 2005; 19:99-104
April
The correlation between fatigue, physical function, the systemic inflammatory response, and psychological distress in patients with advanced lung cancer

Author(s): Brown D.J.F, McMillan DC , Milroy R.

Abstract:  Cancer 2005; 103: 377-82

March
Sedation for Terminally Ill Patients with Cancer with Uncontrollable Physical Distress

Author(s): Kohara H, Ueoka H, Takeyama H, Murakami T, Morita T.

Abstract:  Journal of Palliative Medicine 8/1: 20-25; 2005

February
Opioid switching from transdermal fentanyl to oral methadone in patients with cancer pain

Author(s): Benitez-Rosario MA, Feria M, Salinas-Martin A, Martinez-Castillo LP, Martin-Ortega JJ

Abstract: Cancer 2004; 101: 2866-73

January

Dying to be Home?
Preferred location of death of first-generation Black Caribbean and Native-Born White patients in the United Kingdom

Author(s): Jonathan Koffman and Irene J Higginson

Abstract: Journal of Palliative Medicine 2004; 7/5: 628-636

2004

MONTH

TITLE

REFERENCE

December

Pulse Oximetry in Supportive and Palliative Care

Author(s): Vora V.A. and Ahmedzai SH

Abstract: Supportive Care Cancer 2004; 12: 758-61

November

TOPICAL HONEY APPLICATION VS. ACYCLOVIR FOR THE TREATMENT OF RECURRENT HERPES SIMPLEX LESIONS

Author(s): Noori S. Al-Waili

Abstract: Med Sci Monit 2004; 10/8: MT94-98

October

Intravenous morphine for rapid control of severe cancer pain

Author(s): Harris JT, Kumar KS, Rajagopal, MR

Abstract: Palliative Medicine 2003; 17: 248-256

September
“Do not tell”: what factors affect relatives’ attitudes to honest disclosure of diagnosis to cancer patients?

Author(s): Ozdogan M, Samur M, Sat Bozcuk HS, Coban E, Artac M, Savas B et al.

Abstract: Supportive Care Cancer 2004; 12: 497-502

August
An Eicosapentaenoic Acid Supplement versus Megestrol Acetate Versus Both for Patients with Cancer-associated Wasting: A North Central Cancer Treatment Group and National Cancer Institute of Canada Collaborative Effort

Author(s): Jatoi A, Rowland K, Loprinzi CL, Sloan JA, Dakhil SR, MacDonald N et al.

Abstract: J Clinical Oncology 2004; 22: 2469-2476

July
Cancer Patient Compliance in the Self-Administration of a Pain Assessment Tool

Author(s): Caraceni A, Galbiati A, Brunelli C, Gorni G, Martini C, Zecca E, De Conno F.

Abstract: J Pain Symptom Management 2004; 27:417-424

June
Hydration Management at the end of life

Author(s): Lanuke K, Fainsinger RL, deMoissac D

Abstract: Journal of Palliative Medicine 2004; 7/2:257-263

May

Confirmation of the "disability paradox" among hospice patients: Preservation of quality of life despite physical ailments and psychosocial concerns.

Author(s): Kutner JS, Nowels DE, Kassner CT, Houser J, Bryant LL, Main DS.

Abstract: Palliative and Supportive Care 2003; 1: 231-7

April
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March
Methadone versus morphine as a first-line strong opioid for cancer pain: a randomized, double-blind study Author(s): Bruera E, Palmer JL, Bosnjak S, Rico MA, Moyano J, Sweeney C, Strasser F, Willey J, Bertolino M, Mathias C, Spruyt O, Fisch MJ
Abstract: J Clinical Oncology 2004; 22: 185-192
February
Patient-Controlled Methylphenidate for the Management of Fatigue in Patients with Advanced Cancer: A Preliminary Report Author(s): Bruera E, Driver L, Barnes EA, Willey J, Shen L, Palmer JL, Escalante C.
Abstract: Journal of Clinical Oncology 2003; 21: 4439-43

January

Living in the face of death: interviews with 12 terminally ill women on home hospice care.

Author(s): Grumann M.M. and Spiegel D. 
Abstract: Palliative & Supportive Care 2003; 1:23-32

2003

MONTH

TITLE

REFERENCE

December SYMPTOMS AND CONCERNS AMONGST CANCER OUTPATIENTS: IDENTIFYING THE NEED FOR SPECIALIST PALLIATIVE CARE Author(s): V Lidstone, E Butters, PT Seed, C Sinnott, T Beynon, M Richards
Palliative Medicine 2003; 17: 588-595
November American Society of Clinical Oncology 2003 Update on the Role of Bisphosphonates and Bone Health Issues in Women With Breast Cancer
Author(s): Hillner BE et al.
J Clinical Oncology 2003; 21 (Novembre 1): 4042-57
October Oral opioid therapy for chronic peripheral and central neuropathic pain
Author(s): Rowbotham MC, Twilling L, Davies PS, Reisner L, Taylor K, Mohr D
N Engl J Med 2003; 348 (13): 1223-32
Opioids and chronic neuropathic pain. Editorial
Foley KM
N Engl J Med 2003; 348 (13): 1279-81
September Do we really care about Doctor-Patient communication or is it just talk? Author(s): Editorial - Robert M. Arnold
Journal of Palliative Medicine 2003; 6/2: 189-192
August Assessment of Quality of Life in Outpatients with Advanced Cancer: The Accuracy of Clinician Estimations and the Relevance of Spiritual Well-Being – A Hoosier Oncology Group Study Author(s): Fisch MJ, Titzer ML, Kristeller JL, Shen J, Loehrer PJ, Jung S-H, Passik SD, and Einhorn LH
J Clinical Oncology 2003; 21: 2754-9
July Clinical-practice recommendations for the management of bowel obstruction in patients with end-stage cancer Author(s): Ripamonti C, Twycross R, Baines M, Bozzetti F, Capri S, De Conno F, Gemlo B, Hunt TM, Krebs H-B, Mercadante S, Schaerer R, Wilkinson P
Supportive Care Cancer 2001; 9: 223-233

June

Topical application of honey in the management of radiation mucositis. A preliminary study Author(s): Biswal BM, Zakaria A, Ahmad NM
Support Care Cancer 2003; 11: 242-8

May

Symptomatic uses of caffeine in patients with cancer Author(s): Paolo Manfredi and Gilbert R. Gonzales
Journal of Palliative Care 2003; 19/1: 63-65 (Front Line Dispatch)

April

Effect of fish oil on appetite and other symptoms in patients with advanced cancer and anorexia/cachexia: a double-blind, placebo-controlled study Author(s): Bruera E, Strasser F, Palmer JL, Willey J, Calder K, Amyotte G, Baracos V
J Clinical Oncology 2003; 21: 129-134

February

Eating-related disorders in patients with advanced cancer

Author(s): Florian Strasser  
Support Care Cancer 2003; 11: 11-20

January

Experience with hospice: Reflections from Third-Year Medical Students

Author(s): Maxwell TL, Passow ES, Plumb J, Sifri RD. 
Journal of Palliative Medicine
2002; 5/5: 721-7

2002

MONTH

TITLE

REFERENCE

December

Religious beliefs of patients and caregivers as a barrier to the pharmacologic control of cancer pain

Author(s): Felix Bosch and Josep E. Banos C
linical Pharmacology Therapeutics
2002; 72/2: 107-111 Commentary

November

Delirium and dehydration: some fluid for thought?

Author(s): Peter G. Lawlor 
Support Care Cancer
2002; 10: 445-454

October

Prevalence and Screening of Dyspnea Interfering with Daily Life Activities in Ambulatory Patients with Advanced Lung Cancer

Author(s): Tanaka K, Akechi T, Okuyama T, Nishiwaki Y, Uchitomi Y.
Pain Symptom Management
2002; 23: 484-9

September

Episodic (Breakthrough) Pain: Consensus Conference of an Expert Working Group of the European Association for Palliative Care

Author(s): Mercadante S, Radbruch L, Caraceni A, Cherny N, Kaasa S, Nauck F, Ripamonti C, De Conno F and the Steering Committee of the EAPC Research Network. 
Cancer
2002; 94: 832-9

August

Spirituality and meaning in supportive care: spirituality-and meaning-centered group psychotherapy interventions in advanced cancer.

Author(s): William Breitbart. 
Support Care Cancer
2002; 10: 272-28

July

Use of Trade Names of Drugs and the Scientific Content of Medical Congresses.

Author(s): Ripamonti C, Sweeney C, Bruera E.
Clinical Oncology
Vol 20, Issue 6 (March), 2002: 1707-8 Letter to the Editor (Special Departments)

June

Attitudes of terminally ill cancer patients about euthanasia and assisted suicide: predominance of psychosocial determinants and beliefs over symptom distress and subsequent survival.

Author(s): Suarez-Almazor ME, Newman C, Hanson J, Bruera E.
Clinical Oncology
2002; 20: 2134-41

May

Intravenous Methadone in the Management of Chronic Cancer Pain: Safe and effective starting doses when substituting Methadone for Fentanyl

Author(s): Santiago-Palma J, Khojainova N, Kornick C, Fischberg DJ, Primavera LH, Payne R, Manfredi P.  
Cancer 2001; 92: 1919-25

April

Medical Care Inconsistent with patients’ treatment goals: Association with a 1-year Medicare resource use and survival.

Author(s): Teno JM, Fisher ES, Hamel MB, Coppola K, Dawson NV. 
Journal of the American Geriatrics Society
2002; 50: 496-500

March

Practice versus Theory: The Dutch Experience

Author(s): Hendin H. "Practice versus Theory: The Dutch Experience". In Foley K and Hendin H (eds) "The Case Against Suicide: For the Right to End-of-Life Care". 
Baltimore, Johns Hopkins University Press, 2002 Reprinted with  permission of The Johns Hopkins University Press.

February

Strategies to manage the adverse effects of oral morphine: an evidence-based report

Author(s): Cherny N, Ripamonti C, Pereira J, Davis C, Fallon M, McQuay H, Mercadante S, Pasternak G, and Ventafridda V for the Expert Working Group of the European Associan of Palliative Care Network.
Clinical Oncology
2001; 19: 2542-2554

January

Depression in palliative care: a pragmatic report from the Expert Working Group of the European Association for Palliative
Care

Author(s): Stiefel F, Trill MD, Berney A, Nunez Olarte JM, Razavi D.  
Supportive Care Cancer  2001; 9: 477-88

2001

MONTH

TITLE

REFERENCE

December

Medical use, misuse, and diversion of opioids in India

Author(s): MR Rajagopal, David E Joranson, Aaron M Gilson. 
The  Lancet
2001; 358: 139-43

November

Metastatic bone disease: Clinical features, pathophysiology and treatment stategies

Author(s): R.E. Coleman 
Cancer treatment reviews
2001; 27:165-176

 

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