Colorectal cancer survival: prevalence of psychosocial distress and unmet supportive care needs.

Yolanda AndreuPaula MartinezAna Soto-RubioSilvia FernándezCarles BoschAndrés Cervantes

Published in: Supportive care in cancer : official journal of the Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer (2021)

The findings highlight the relevance of extending psychosocial care beyond the CRC primary medical treatment. A person-centered approach that addresses informational, emotional, social, and physical needs can increase satisfaction with care and also prevent psychological morbidity in CRC survivors.

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