Brazilian Society of Surgical Oncology guidelines for malignant bowel obstruction management
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DOI: 10.1002/jso.26930
Abstract: Malignant bowel obstruction (MBO) is a frequent complication in advanced cancer patients and especially those with abdominal tumors. The clinical management of MBO requires a specific and individualized approach based on the disease prognosis. Surgery… read more here.
Keywords: malignant bowel; oncology; surgical oncology; bowel obstruction ... See more keywords
Practice Patterns of Medications for Patients With Malignant Bowel Obstruction Using a Nationwide Claims Database and the Association Between Treatment Outcomes and Concomitant Use of H2-Blockers/Proton Pump Inhibitors and Corticosteroids With Octreotide.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jpainsymman.2017.10.019
Abstract: CONTEXT Malignant bowel obstruction impairs the quality of life in patients with advanced cancer. Octreotide, acid-suppressing medications such as H2-receptor antagonists (H2-blockers) and proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), and corticosteroids are often used in combination for… read more here.
Keywords: corticosteroids octreotide; use; bowel obstruction; claims database ... See more keywords
Supported self-management as a model for end-of-life care in the setting of malignant bowel obstruction: A qualitative study.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ygyno.2020.03.009
Abstract: OBJECTIVE Women with advanced gynecologic cancer and malignant bowel obstruction (MBO) undergo repeated hospitalizations, experience feelings of isolation and abandonment, and often die in acute settings. Innovative outpatient models of care are needed to address… read more here.
Keywords: end life; bowel obstruction; malignant bowel; care ... See more keywords
Clinical and Nutritional Care Pathways of Patients with Malignant Bowel Obstruction: A Retrospective Analysis in a Tertiary UK Center
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DOI: 10.1080/01635581.2020.1767165
Abstract: Abstract We describe a retrospective cohort study of patients with malignant bowel obstruction to examine their nutritional care pathways between 1.1.16 and 31.12.16 with readmissions until 31.12.17. Data were analyzed by comparing patients who were… read more here.
Keywords: nutritional care; patients malignant; bowel obstruction; malignant bowel ... See more keywords
Drainage Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy for Malignant Bowel Obstruction in Gastrointestinal Cancers: Prognosis and Implications for Timing of Palliative Intervention.
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DOI: 10.1089/jpm.2016.0465
Abstract: BACKGROUND Malignant bowel obstruction (MBO) is a frequent complication in patients with advanced solid tumors. Palliative relief may be achieved by the use of a drainage percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (dPEG) tube, although optimal timing of… read more here.
Keywords: dpeg; bowel obstruction; dpeg placement; placement ... See more keywords
Symptom Burden in Patients with Malignant Bowel Obstruction Treated With or Without Surgery.
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DOI: 10.1097/xcs.0000000000000498
Abstract: BACKGROUND Gastrointestinal obstruction is the most common indication for palliative surgical consultation. We sought to assess patient-reported outcomes (PRO) and survival after surgical and non-surgical treatment of malignant bowel obstruction. STUDY DESIGN This was a… read more here.
Keywords: symptom burden; malignant bowel; bowel obstruction; surgery ... See more keywords
OWE-17 Nutritional care pathways of patients with malignant bowel obstruction: preliminary findings from 8 UK Centres
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DOI: 10.1136/gutjnl-2019-bsgabstracts.328
Abstract: Introduction Variation in access to parenteral nutrition (PN) in patients with malignant bowel obstruction (MBO) and intestinal failure exist due to differing practice, beliefs and resource access. We aimed to examine nutritional care pathways of… read more here.
Keywords: malignant bowel; bowel obstruction; patients malignant; nutritional care ... See more keywords
Factors impacting length of stay and survival in patients with advanced gynecologic malignancies and malignant bowel obstruction
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DOI: 10.1136/ijgc-2020-002133
Abstract: Objectives Malignant bowel obstruction in patients with gynecologic malignancies can impose a large symptomatic burden. The objectives of this study were to identify factors associated with shorter length of hospital stay and overall survival in… read more here.
Keywords: length; malignant bowel; bowel obstruction; stay ... See more keywords
Symptom burden and lived experiences of patients, caregivers and healthcare professionals on the management of malignant bowel obstruction: A qualitative systematic review
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DOI: 10.1177/02692163221081331
Abstract: Background: Malignant bowel obstruction occurs in up to 50% of people with advanced ovarian and 15% of people with gastrointestinal cancers. Evaluation and comparison of interventions to manage symptoms are hampered by inconsistent evaluations of… read more here.
Keywords: malignant bowel; bowel obstruction; review; healthcare professionals ... See more keywords
The range and suitability of outcome measures used in the assessment of palliative treatment for inoperable malignant bowel obstruction: A systematic review
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DOI: 10.1177/02692163221122352
Abstract: Background: Malignant bowel obstruction, a complication of certain advanced cancers, causes severe symptoms which profoundly affect quality of life. Clinical management remains complex, and outcome assessment is inconsistent. Aim: To identify outcomes evaluating palliative treatment… read more here.
Keywords: malignant bowel; bowel obstruction; palliative treatment; obstruction ... See more keywords
ASO Author Reflections: The Central Role of Chemotherapy in Patients with Advanced Cancer Recently Diagnosed with Malignant Bowel Obstruction
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DOI: 10.1245/s10434-021-09850-x
Abstract: Although malignant bowel obstruction is common among patients with advanced cancer, the optimal treatment of these patients remains unknown. Management varies based on patient, physician, and surgeon experience and preferences, including supportive medical care, procedural… read more here.
Keywords: patients advanced; cancer; malignant bowel; bowel obstruction ... See more keywords