Quality of Life and Survivorship in Lymphoma

AbstractPurpose of ReviewWith an increasing number of long-term lymphoma survivors, there has been emphasis on optimizing quality of life and identifying survivorship challenges. This review summarizes the latest advancements pertaining to health-related quality of life and survivorship in lymphoma.Recent FindingsQuality of life can vary from diagnosis through survivorship though some physical, social, and emotional effects may be persistent. Incorporation of patient reported outcomes enables recognition of factors that significantly impact quality of life. A greater understanding of quality of life and survivorship issues has generated momentum for practice change, improving education, and designing behavior related interventions.SummaryPatients with lymphoma face many challenges as they navigate their cancer experience. There is a tremendous opportunity to build upon this work through well-designed prospective longitudinal studies aimed at identifying vulnerable patient groups and impactful points of intervention during survivorship.
Source: Current Oncology Reports - Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research