The relationship between symptom prevalence, body image, and quality of life in Asian gynecologic cancer patients

ConclusionsSymptom prevalence and body image dissatisfaction were associated with different domains of quality of life. Emotional well‐being of patients was better explained by body image, rather than extent of symptoms experienced. Patients who are younger appear particularly susceptible to body image disturbance.

Source: Psycho-Oncology - June 16, 2017 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Irene Teo, Yin Bun Cheung, Timothy Yong Kuei Lim, Rama Padmavathi Namuduri, Victoria Long, Komal Tewani Tags: PAPER Source Type: research