Self‐reported depression and perceived financial burden among long‐term rectal cancer survivors

ConclusionsDepression was reported frequently among these long‐term RC survivors, particularly among PO survivors. Depression was associated with greater perception of financial burden. Screening for depression and assessing financial well‐being might improve care among long‐term RC survivors. Copyright © 2015 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.

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Source: Psycho-Oncology - September 14, 2015 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Yuda Chongpison, Mark C. Hornbrook, Robin B. Harris, Lisa J. Herrinton, Joe K. Gerald, Marcia Grant, Joanna E. Bulkley, Christopher S. Wendel, Robert S. Krouse Tags: Paper Source Type: research