Institute of Oncology Ljubljana

Review of development of palliative care education in Slovenia

Abstract Background Palliative care education is essential for the development of integrated palliative care services. This study reviews the development and structure of palliative care education in Slovenia between 2012 and 2025, with particular emphasis on education for health...

Tools for providing information to patients about high-tech medical resources for treatment of cancer

BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE: High-tech medical resources play an increasingly important role in cancer diagnosis and treatment. However, accessing information about these technologies remains challenging due to their complexity and a lack of clear information pathways to obtain reliab...

Longitudinal health-related quality of life after electrochemotherapy in elderly patients with cutaneous melanoma

The incidence of cutaneous melanoma (CM) is increasing among elderly patients, who often present with advanced disease, including cutaneous metastases. Electrochemotherapy (ECT) is a local ablative treatment that enhances chemotherapy uptake via electric pulses. Management in pat...

Patient-Reported Outcomes Following Non-Hormonal Treatment of Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause in Women with Hormone-Dependent Cancer: A Prospective Randomized Pilot Study

Background: Genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM) is a common consequence of hypoestrogenism that negatively affects vulvovaginal health, sexual function, and quality of life. Evidence comparing non-hormonal treatment options in women with hormone-dependent malignancies remai...