IAPCON 2027

34^th International Annual Conference of the
Indian Association of Palliative Care (IAPC)

Abstract Submission

Present your research, innovations, and clinical experiences at IAPCON 2027. Submit your abstract for oral or e-poster presentation and contribute to advancing palliative care.

Important Dates

Submission Opens

1 July 2026

Submission Deadline

15 November 2026

Notification

15 January 2027

Presentation Formats

Oral Presentation

E-Poster

Scientific Awards

Abstract Categories

Subcategories

Cancer Pain
Neuropathic Pain
Procedural Pain
Dyspnea
Delirium

Fatigue
Nausea & Vomiting
Constipation
Pruritus
Refractory Symptoms

Subcategories

Nerve Blocks
Neurolytic Procedures
Vertebral Procedures
Ultrasound-Guided Interventions

Intrathecal Therapies
Drug Delivery Systems
Interventional Oncology
Procedural Innovations

Subcategories

Recognition of Dying
Last Days of Life
Terminal Care Pathways
Hospice Models

Home-based EOLC
Advance Care Planning
Family Experiences of Dying
Good Death Research

Subcategories

Medical Futility
Right to Die
Advance Directives
Shared Decision-Making

Withholding / Withdrawing Treatment
Autonomy
Capacity Assessment
Ethical Dilemmas

Subcategories

Depression
Anxiety
Demoralization
Existential Distress
Meaning-Centred Care

Dignity Therapy
CBT
Mind–Body Interventions
Clinical Hypnosis

Subcategories

Spiritual Assessment
Religious Practices
Rituals at End of Life
Meaning and Hope

Cultural Diversity
Spiritual Distress
Faith-based Interventions

Subcategories

Caregiver Burden
Siblings of Seriously Ill Patients
Family Communication
Anticipatory Grief

Bereavement
Family Resilience
Caregiver Interventions

Subcategories

Heart Failure
COPD
ILD
ESRD
Liver Disease

Dementia
Stroke
Parkinsonism
Motor Neuron Disease
Frailty

Subcategories

Solid Tumours
Haematological Malignancies
Early Palliative Care
Survivorship

Supportive Oncology
Integrative Oncology
Palliative Radiotherapy
Palliative Chemotherapy

Subcategories

Biomarkers
Neurofilament Light Chain
Inflammatory Biomarkers
Prognostic Scores
Frailty Assessment

Predictive Analytics
Phenotyping
Personalized Medicine
Genetic Predictors

Nutrition, Cachexia and Metabolic Care

Cancer Cachexia
Sarcopenia
Nutritional Assessment
Artificial Nutrition

Appetite Stimulants
Anorexia
Metabolic Changes
Exercise and Nutrition

Rehabilitation, Physiotherapy and Supportive Care

Physiotherapy
Occupational Therapy
Speech Therapy
Rehabilitation Models

Functional Recovery
Exercise Interventions
Technology-Assisted Rehabilitation

Nursing and Allied Health Research

Nursing Practice
Stoma Care
Wound Care
Symptom Assessment

Nursing Education
Allied Health Innovations
Quality Improvement

Dermatology, Wound Care & Lymphoedema

Malignant Wounds
Pressure Injuries

Pruritus
Skin Manifestations

Subcategories

Medical Education
Curriculum Development
Simulation Training
Research Methodology

Leadership
Quality Improvement Projects
Service Evaluation
Policy Development

Subcategories

Community Palliative Care
Rural Palliative Care
NGO Models
Public Health Approaches
Policy and Advocacy

Home Care
Humanitarian Crises
Disaster Response
Global Palliative Care

Subcategories

Technology and Compassion
AI and Human Connection
Digital Ethics
Human Factors in Technology
Patient Experience in High-Tech Care
Precision Palliation
Future of Palliative Care

Robotics
Virtual Reality
Wearables
Remote Monitoring
Tele-Palliative Care
Mobile Applications
Decision Support Systems

Subcategories

Rare Cases
Innovative Procedures
Challenging Symptom Management

Ethical Case Reports
Educational Cases
Novel Care Models

Subcategories

Music Therapy
Art Therapy
Dance and Movement Therapy
Yoga Therapy
Meditation and Mindfulness
Guided Imagery
Relaxation Techniques
Clinical Hypnosis
Aromatherapy
Acupuncture and Acupressure

Therapeutic Touch / Healing Touch
Reiki
Massage Therapy
Animal-Assisted Therapy
Nature-Based Therapy
Spiritual Healing Practices
Integrative Medicine Approaches
Mind–Body Interventions
Non-pharmacological Symptom Management
Complementary Therapies for Caregivers

Subcategories

Stress
Burnout
Moral Distress
Compassion Fatigue

Self-care
Resilience
Workforce Sustainability

Add the detailed subcategories from the planning document here.

Important Instructions & Guidelines

Please read all submission guidelines carefully before submitting your abstract.

Presentation Formats

Oral Presentation
E-Poster Presentation

Submission Rules

Original scientific data only. Literature review abstracts will not be accepted.
All abstracts must be written in English.
Submit abstracts only through the Online Abstract Portal.
Maximum abstract length: 300 words (excluding title and author details).

Abstract Structure

Title of Abstract

Author & Affiliations
Names, Organisation, City, Country & Email

Background

Material & Method

Result

Conclusion

Terms & Conditions

Blind peer review based on originality, results and outcome.
The Scientific Committee reserves the final decision regarding acceptance.
Abstracts must follow the submission guidelines.
Accepted presenters must register within one week.

Certificate of Appreciation will be awarded to the presenting author only.
Presentations must not promote products or equipment.
Presenting author should be an IAPC Member.
IAPC Members receive special consideration during evaluation.

Need Help?
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Withdrawal

If you wish to withdraw your abstract, please contact the Secretariat at iapcon2027abstracts@gmail.com

IAPCON 2027

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