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Depression in advanced cancer.

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  • 1Academic Palliative and Supportive Care Studies Group, School of population community and Behavioral Sciences, University of Liverpool, Liverpool, Merseyside L69 3GB, United Kingdom. greg.irving@liverpool.ac.uk

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Depression is common in advanced cancer patients, impacting survival and quality of life. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial, with validated tools now available for effective management.

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Area of Science:

  • Oncology
  • Psychiatry
  • Palliative Care

Background:

  • Depression is a prevalent psychiatric condition in advanced cancer patients.
  • It negatively impacts survival, quality of life, treatment adherence, and hospitalization duration.
  • Often, depression in this population is underdiagnosed and undertreated.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a comprehensive review of current evidence on depression in advanced cancer.
  • To focus on the assessment and treatment of depression in this patient group.

Main Methods:

  • A literature review was conducted.
  • Extensive electronic and hand searches were utilized.

Main Results:

  • Despite diagnostic and treatment challenges, depression in advanced cancer is treatable.
  • Validated assessment tools exist to aid in diagnosis.

Conclusions:

  • Depression in advanced cancer is frequently underdiagnosed and undertreated.
  • Available screening and assessment tools facilitate appropriate management.
  • Effective management of this debilitating symptom is achievable.