Prospective Study of Preferred Versus Actual Place of Death Among Swedish Palliative Cancer Patients.

ABSTRACT: Background: The place of death of cancer patients is an important aspect of end-of-life care. However, little research has been conducted regarding factors that may influence the preferred and actual place of death in cancer patients and whether the patients die at their preferred place of death. In this study, we aimed to investigate the preferred and actual place of death for palliative cancer patients, and factors influencing these variables. Methods: Patients diagnosed with cancer and admitted to a palliative care team across three Swedish cities between 2019 and 2022 were asked for participation. Participants completed a questionnaire capturing sociodemographic data and preferred place of death. Further data regarding age, sex, and cancer type were collated at inclusion,

SUBMITTER: Nilsson J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11318221 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature