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The physical components of QOL (physical symptoms and physical well-being) were rated lower than the psychosocial and spiritual aspects (support, existential well-being, psychological symptoms).<\/jats:p><jats:p><jats:italic>Results:<\/jats:italic>Respondents had a strong spiritual connection and a strong sense of hope. Although these individuals did not express anxiety or fear about death, there were concerns about the dying process itself. Also, although most felt at ease with their current situation, respondents were concerned about how their illness was affecting their family. Financial and legal issues did not concern most of these individuals.<\/jats:p><jats:p><jats:italic>Significance of results:<\/jats:italic>There were few significant associations between patient characteristics and the QOL or other psychosocial or spiritual issues addressed. 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