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New NCCN guidelines for survivorship care
Jennifer A Ligibel1, Crystal S Denlinger
1Department of Medicine, Harvard Medical School, and Adult Oncology, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, Massachusetts 02115, USA. jligibel@ partners.org
Summary
Cancer survivorship care, often overlooked post-treatment, requires attention. New guidelines address exercise, cognitive, immunization, and sexual function for cancer survivors.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Cancer Survivorship Research
Background:
- Cancer survivorship is a critical, yet often neglected, phase following diagnosis and treatment.
- Survivors face risks of recurrence, secondary cancers, and long-term physical and psychological effects.
- Oncology professionals often lack specific guidelines for addressing survivorship needs.
Discussion:
- Highlights from the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) Clinical Practice Guidelines in Oncology for survivorship care are presented.
- Key areas discussed include exercise, cognitive function, immunization, and sexual function.
- Implementation strategies for survivorship assessment in clinical settings are explored.
Key Insights:
- The NCCN guidelines offer a framework for managing long-term effects of cancer and its treatment.
- Addressing physical and psychological sequelae is crucial for improving survivors' quality of life.
- Standardized survivorship care plans can help mitigate risks and manage late effects.
Outlook:
- Developing and implementing comprehensive survivorship care plans is essential.
- Further research is needed to refine guidelines and address emerging challenges in cancer survivorship.
- Integrating survivorship care into routine oncology practice will enhance patient outcomes.
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