High fear of disease occurrence is associated with low quality of life in patients with Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia type 1 (MEN1): Results from the Dutch MEN1 Study Group.

Conclusion: The majority of MEN1 patients have fear of disease occurrence for themselves and even more for their relatives. This psychological distress is associated with a lower health related quality of life. Therefore, in the medical care for MEN1, emphasis should also be placed on fear of disease occurrence and quality of life.
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Source: The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism - March 30, 2018 Category: Endocrinology Authors: van Leeuwaarde RS, Pieterman CRC, Bleiker EMA, Dekkers OM, van der Horst-Schrivers AN, Hermus AR, de Herder WW, Drent ML, Bisschop PH, Havekes B, Vriens MR, Valk GD Tags: J Clin Endocrinol Metab Source Type: research