Publications by authors named "A Ramos Martin-Vegue"
Transl Lung Cancer Res
August 2023
Article Synopsis
- There is a growing interest in understanding unplanned care utilization among lung cancer patients, focusing on identifying areas for quality improvement in oncology.
- An observational study of 821 lung cancer patients treated at Puerta de Hierro-Majadahonda University Hospital revealed that a significant percentage (82.9%) required emergency department visits and 68% had unplanned hospital admissions, mainly related to their cancer or treatment.
- Factors such as higher tumor stage, poor performance status, male sex, and use of opioids or steroids were linked to increased risks of emergency consultations and unplanned admissions, indicating a critical need for better support and management for these patients.
