Head and Neck Cancer Survivorship: Learning the Needs, Meeting the Needs

Cancers of the head and neck and the treatments required to control them frequently result in serious and persistent impairments that can affect participation and quality of life. Increased recognition of the needs of cancer survivors and their caregivers has prompted research focused on the unique concerns of this complex group. Unmet needs have been identified among 60 –70% of patients and a similar proportion of their partners; impacts can include profound social effects, isolation, and psychiatric conditions.

Source: Seminars in Radiation Oncology - November 24, 2017 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Jolie Ringash, Lori J. Bernstein, Gerald Devins, Colleen Dunphy, Meredith Giuliani, Rosemary Martino, Sara McEwen Source Type: research