QOL Considerations for Optimal Patient Outcomes with CAR-T Therapy

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This video segment discusses strategies to help CAR-T therapy patients maintain quality of life, focusing on lifestyle support, balancing work during and after treatment, and effective supportive care measures.

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  • Quality of life is crucial for patients undergoing CAR-T therapy: How do you help patients maintain their lifestyle and work during and after treatment? What supportive care measures have you found most beneficial?

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