Effects of curative-intent lung cancer therapy on functional exercise capacity and patient-reported outcomes

ConclusionsAmong the first prospective analysis of the effect of curative-intent lung cancer treatment on functional EC and PROs, we observed worsening dyspnea and fatigue, and possibly a decline in functional EC but not cancer-specific QoL at 1 to 3  months post-treatment. Interventions to reduce treatment-related morbidities and improve lung cancer survivorship may need to focus on reducing dyspnea, fatigue, and/or improving functional EC.
Source: Supportive Care in Cancer - Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research