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Survivorship, Version 2.2017, NCCN Clinical Practice Guidelines in Oncology
Journal of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network : JNCCN
|September 7, 2017
Summary
Cancer survivors frequently experience menopausal symptoms and sexual dysfunction, impacting quality of life. These NCCN guidelines offer recommendations for screening, evaluation, and treatment to manage these common survivorship issues.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Cancer Survivorship
- Women's Health
Background:
- Cancer treatments like aromatase inhibitors, oophorectomy, chemotherapy, and androgen-ablative therapies can induce menopausal symptoms.
- Sexual dysfunction is a prevalent issue among cancer survivors, affecting both genders.
- Menopause-related symptoms and sexual dysfunction significantly decrease survivors' quality of life and increase distress.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide evidence-based recommendations for managing sexual dysfunction and menopausal symptoms in adult-onset cancer survivors.
- To guide healthcare professionals in the posttreatment care of cancer survivors experiencing these common issues.
Main Methods:
- This section of the NCCN Guidelines for Survivorship synthesizes current evidence and expert consensus.
- It outlines strategies for screening, comprehensive evaluation, and effective treatment of sexual dysfunction and menopausal symptoms.
Main Results:
- The guidelines detail specific recommendations tailored to different survivor populations, including those treated with aromatase inhibitors, oophorectomy, chemotherapy, or androgen-ablative therapies.
- Strategies address the multifaceted nature of sexual dysfunction and menopausal symptoms, aiming to improve patient outcomes.
Conclusions:
- Effective management of sexual dysfunction and menopausal symptoms is crucial for enhancing the quality of life for cancer survivors.
- These NCCN guidelines provide a framework for healthcare professionals to address these critical survivorship concerns.
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