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Although several studies have investigated the supportive care needs and services for caregivers of advanced cancer patients integrated into specialized palliative care inpatient units, little is known about cancer caregiver integration and support structures in German outpatient cancer care. This qualitative study addresses this gap by exploring the experiences of family caregivers in Germany, using a dyadic approach to assess their needs, identify referral strategies, and evaluate oncologists\u2019 perspectives on improving caregiver integration and support.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec id=\"S1478951525100242_sec2b\">\n                    <jats:title>Methods<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Thematic analysis was conducted on semi-structured interviews with 14 advanced cancer patients, 15 family caregivers, and 3 oncologists. MAXQDA software facilitated the identification of key themes and codes.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec id=\"S1478951525100242_sec3c\">\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Three interconnected themes emerged: (1) The Impact of Illness on the Dyadic Relationship, (2) Communication with Physicians and Understanding of Healthcare Information, and (3) Challenges and Preferences in Navigating Healthcare Services and Psychosocial Support.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec id=\"S1478951525100242_sec4d\">\n                    <jats:title>Significance of results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>The findings highlight the need for enhanced support in caregiving to improve cancer care quality, emphasizing that early palliative care integration is vital for addressing caregiver needs as a core component of comprehensive cancer care. 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