The Impact of the Multi-Disciplinary Team Approach In Managing Palliative Head and Neck Cancer Patients: A Review

Andrew Rajkumar¹, Karl Payne²*, Alexander Goodson³ and Arpan Tahim⁴

Received: November 15, 2017;   Published: December 01, 2017

DOI: 10.26717/BJSTR.2017.01.000559

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Abstract

End of life care in head and neck cancer (HNC) is a complex process, addressing symptomatic, functional and psychosocial needs. In order to provide a high level of care the role of each member of the palliative care multi-disciplinary team (MDT) is vital. This review article discusses end of life care in HNC and the palliative care pathway. We highlight the contribution of each palliative care MDT member and the role of the head and neck surgeon in end of life care.

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