[Post-treatment, a delicate and insufficiently structured period]

Area of Science:

• Oncology
• Nursing Science
• Healthcare Management

Background:

• France anticipates a substantial increase in cancer survivors.
• Current healthcare systems face challenges in identifying and managing post-treatment complications.
• There is a recognized gap in coordinated care for cancer survivors.

Purpose of the Study:

• To highlight the growing need for comprehensive follow-up care for cancer survivors in France.
• To emphasize the essential role of nursing professionals in managing survivorship care.
• To advocate for improved integration of nurses in the care continuum of cancer patients.

Main Methods:

• Literature review on cancer survivorship trends in France.
• Analysis of current healthcare practices for managing treatment complications.
• Exploration of the scope of practice for coordination nurses and advanced practice nurses in oncology.

Main Results:

• Cancer survivorship is increasing, necessitating enhanced post-treatment care strategies.
• Existing models of care may not adequately address the complexities of survivorship.
• Coordination nurses and advanced practice nurses possess key skills for complication management.

Conclusions:

• Proactive identification and management of cancer treatment complications are vital.
• Nurses, particularly coordination and advanced practice nurses, are integral to effective survivorship care.
• Integrating advanced nursing roles can improve outcomes for the growing population of cancer survivors.