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This is a Cross-Sectional Study study.

October 10, 2025Open Access

Health-Related Quality of Life and Patient Experience in Oncology Palliative Care under the Saudi Model of Care: A Cross-Sectional Study in the Qassim Health Cluster, Saudi Arabia

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Cross-sectional study evaluates palliative care outcomes and challenges in 147 patients, suggesting improvements in patient-centred measures.

Patients reported significant impairments in mobility and daily activities, with high levels of pain and anxiety.
Despite health challenges, 85.71% of patients felt respected by their care team during treatment.
The study used face-to-face interviews to gather data on demographics and patient experiences over a year.
Refining QALY methodologies is essential for capturing the full spectrum of patient-centred benefits and improving care.

Alribdi et al. (2025) studied this question.

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Cross-sectional study evaluates palliative care outcomes and challenges in 147 patients, suggesting improvements in patient-centred measures.