Rethinking Treatment Intent Beyond the Curative/Palliative Binary in Modern Oncology

Key Points

• The aim is to explore the limitations of the curative/palliative dichotomy in cancer care and its implications on patient outcomes.
• Examined existing frameworks of cancer treatment intention
• Analyzed implications for communication and decision-making
• Proposed a more nuanced understanding of treatment intent
• Identified that rigid categorizations can hinder patient-centered care
• Highlighted the importance of shared decision-making in treatment planning
• Suggested that a flexible approach could improve end-of-life care experiences.