Patient –physician communication about cancer-related fatigue: a survey of patient-perceived barriers

ConclusionThis study revealed gaps in the patient –physician communication regarding cancer-related fatigue. Contrary to guideline recommendations a minority of physicians addressed fatigue. On the other hand, cancer patients felt reluctant to bring up this topic due to structural barriers and fears. Physicians should routinely address fatigue an d adopt a communication style which encourages patients to likewise state their symptoms and raise their questions.Trial registrationClinicaltrials.gov, identifier: NCT04921644. Registered in June 2021.
Source: Journal of Cancer Research and Clinical Oncology - Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research