Patient Perceptions of Quality of Shared Decision-Making for Lung Cancer Screening in Telehealth vs In-Person Discussions: A Synthesis of Evidence and Clinical Insights
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Patient Perceptions of Quality of Shared Decision-Making for Lung Cancer Screening in Telehealth vs In-Person Discussions: A Synthesis of Evidence and Clinical Insights

This review synthesizes current evidence comparing patient-perceived quality of shared decision-making (SDM) for lung cancer screening (LCS) delivered via telehealth versus in-person encounters, highlighting comparable outcomes and implications for equitable access.
Beyond the Binary: A New 4-Stage Stratification System Revolutionizes Cochlear Implant Candidacy Assessment
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Beyond the Binary: A New 4-Stage Stratification System Revolutionizes Cochlear Implant Candidacy Assessment

Researchers have developed a 4-level classification system using routine audiometric data to estimate cochlear implant candidacy likelihood. This tool moves beyond traditional binary screening, providing a probability gradient that enhances shared decision-making and may improve utilization rates for eligible adults.
Shared Decision-Making with Otolaryngologists and Palliative Care Specialists Enhances Multidisciplinary Support in Advanced Oral Cavity Cancer
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Shared Decision-Making with Otolaryngologists and Palliative Care Specialists Enhances Multidisciplinary Support in Advanced Oral Cavity Cancer

A prospective cohort study demonstrates that a structured shared decision-making (SOP) model significantly increases the utilization of multidisciplinary palliative care services for patients with stage IV oral cavity cancer, bridging the gap between curative intent and supportive care.