Publication Name	World Journal of Psychiatry
Manuscript ID	119705
Country	China

Category	Psychiatry
Manuscript Type	Retrospective Study
Article Title	Home-based hospice care alleviates the burden of mental disorders in older patients with advanced cancer
Manuscript Source	Unsolicited Manuscript
All Author List	Rong Hou, Xiao-Rui Xue, Jing-Ying Qiao and Bing-Xin Liu
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Corresponding Author	Bing-Xin Liu, Chief Nurse, Department of Hospice, Shanxi Province Cancer Hospital/Shanxi Hospital Affiliated to Cancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences/Cancer Hospital Affiliated to Shanxi Medical University, No. 3 Employee New Village, Xinghualing District, Taiyuan 030013, Shanxi Province, China. 13754874189@163.com
Key Words	Home-based hospice care; Older patients; Advanced cancer; Anxiety; Depression; Sleep quality; Quality of life
Core Tip	In older patients with advanced cancer, a high burden of mental disorders and poor sleep quality are common challenges. The present research investigated the clinical utility of home hospice services for this population. Compared with traditional treatment and care approaches, home-based end-of-life care incorporating multidisciplinary nursing, symptom control, psychological support, and caregiver training markedly mitigates anxiety, depressive symptoms, and sleep disturbances, while also contributing to better overall quality of life. This conclusion provides solid evidence and practical guidance for end-of-life care practice in older patients with advanced malignant tumors.
Citation	Hou R, Xue XR, Qiao JY, Liu BX. Home-based hospice care alleviates the burden of mental disorders in older patients with advanced cancer. World J Psychiatry 2026; In press

Received	2026-04-08 10:00
Peer-Review Started	2026-04-08 10:00
First Decision by Editorial Office Director	2026-04-23 03:01
Return for Revision	2026-04-23 03:01
Revised	2026-05-13 03:35
Publication Fee Transferred	2026-05-18 08:42
Second Decision by Editor	2026-05-27 02:34
Second Decision by Editor-in-Chief
Final Decision by Editorial Office Director	2026-05-27 06:33
Articles in Press	2026-05-27 06:33
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