A Systematic Review of Quantitative Observational Studies Investigating Psychological Distress in Testicular Cancer Survivors

ConclusionsMany TC survivors do not experience significant psychological morbidity, but anxiety and FCR are prevalent. Inadequate coping resources (e.g. low SES and social support) and strategies (e.g. avoidance) and greater symptoms/side effects were associated with poorer outcomes. Theoretically‐driven prospective studies would aid understanding of how outcomes change over time and how to screen for risk. Age and gender appropriate interventions that prevent and manage issues specific to TC survivors are also needed.

Source: Psycho-Oncology - November 1, 2017 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Allan ‘Ben’ Smith, Claudia Rutherford, Phyllis Butow, Ian Olver, Tim Luckett, Peter Grimison, Guy Toner, Martin Stockler, Madeleine King Tags: REVIEW Source Type: research