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Georgia Syrnioti1,2, Claire M Eden3, Josh A Johnson4
1Department of Surgery, New York Presbyterian, Weill Cornell Medicine, New York, NY, USA. gsirnioti@gmail.com.
Annals of Surgical Oncology
|September 18, 2023
Summary
Social determinants of health significantly impact cancer outcomes, leading to disparities in care. Addressing these socioeconomic factors is crucial for equitable cancer management and improved patient quality of life.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Public Health
- Health Disparities
Background:
- Cancer is a global health crisis with significant morbidity and mortality.
- Genetic factors underlie cancer, but socioeconomic, environmental, and geographic factors influence outcomes.
- Healthcare delivery disparities affect all stages of cancer management, from prevention to end-of-life care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe a holistic and integrated approach to cancer patient care.
- To address healthcare disparities stemming from socioeconomic backgrounds.
Main Methods:
- Review of literature on social determinants of health (SDOH) and cancer outcomes.
- Analysis of how SDOH contribute to disparities in cancer risk, screening, diagnosis, treatment, and quality of life.
- Conceptual framework for a holistic, integrated approach to cancer care.
Main Results:
- Social determinants of health (SDOH) are conditions where people are born, live, work, and age.
- SDOH play a critical role in the disproportionate cancer burden across population groups.
- Identified disparities in risk factors, screening, diagnostics, treatment, and quality of life linked to SDOH.
Conclusions:
- A holistic and integrated approach is needed to address cancer disparities.
- Understanding and addressing SDOH is essential for equitable cancer care.
- Mitigating the impact of socioeconomic factors can improve cancer outcomes and quality of life.
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