Assessing the relationship between fear of cancer recurrence and health care utilization in early-stage breast cancer survivors

ConclusionsFCR was associated with increases in some types of HCU, which may reflect excessive medical reassurance-seeking and lead to unnecessary medical costs.Implications for Cancer SurvivorsFCR is a serious concern that warrants greater attention to reduce distress-related health care utilization. Utilization of mental health services to address FCR may represent higher-value health care.
Source: Journal of Cancer Survivorship - Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research