Wednesday, 3 July 2019

Patient-reported health problems and healthcare use after treatment for early-stage breast cancer



The Breast: August 2019 Volume 46, Pages 4–11

by K.M. de Ligt, M. Heins, J. Verloop, C.H. Smorenburg, J.C. Korevaar, S. Siesling 

A clear picture of treatment-related health problems following breast cancer treatment is useful in anticipating the informational and other needs of patients during follow-up. This study aimed to identify treatment-related health problems in breast cancer patients up to five years after diagnosis. Secondly, the use of care associated with these health problems was identified.