In adults, primary malignant brain tumors (PMBT) are rare, but they have a devastating
impact and the chances for survival are limited. UK clinical guidance on supportive care for …

BACKGROUND: With poor prognosis and disabling symptomatology high-grade gliomas
affect not only the patient but also the family. PURPOSE: The aim of this systematic review is …

Background: Family caregivers in palliative care often report feeling insufficiently prepared
to handle the caregiver role. Preparedness has been confirmed as a variable that may …

Introduction One of the key aspects of the care of terminal patients is care delivered in their
own home. Increasingly, the process of dying is moving from hospitals to homes. Although …

High-grade gliomas (HGG) are serious primary brain tumors that may prevent the patient
from functioning normally in social, emotional and cognitive respect. Often the partner's role …

Background The family often takes care of an elderly person who suddenly becomes
dependent. This greatly affects different aspects of the caregivers' lives. The aim of this study …

Background High-grade glioma (HGG) is a rapidly progressing and debilitating disease.
Family carers take on multiple responsibilities and experience high levels of distress. We …

Background Attention to existential needs is a component of comprehensive oncologic care,
and understanding these needs among informal caregivers of patients with brain tumors is …

BACKGROUND Glioblastoma multiforme (GBM) is associated with a poor prognosis, and
patients rely heavily on family caregivers for physical and emotional support. The capability …

Background Primary malignant brain tumors (PMBTs) are devastating malignancies with
poor prognosis. Optimizing psychosocial and supportive care is critical, especially in the …