- Care for incarcerated patients faces logistical, legal, and resource constraints that impede timely and equitable oncology treatment.
- Healthcare teams must navigate security, consent, and confidentiality while preserving dignity and advocating for patient rights.
- Recognise shared humanity; compassionate, equitable policies and personalised care improve outcomes and honour patients beyond their incarceration.
J Clin Oncol. 2026 Nov 10:JCO2600493. doi: 10.1200/JCO-26-00493. Online ahead of print.
ABSTRACT
This piece explores some of the challenges in caring for patients who are incarcerated, while highlighting aspects of shared humanity.
PMID:43008249 | DOI:10.1200/JCO-26-00493
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