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Comorbidities and perceived health status in persons with history of cancer in the USA.

Mavis Obeng-KusiJanette L VardyMelanie L BellBriana M ChoiDavid Rhys Axon
Published in: Supportive care in cancer : official journal of the Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer (2022)
About 88% of persons with history of cancer in the USA aged 18-84 years reported at least one comorbidity. Having more comorbidities, along with several other variables, was associated with poor PHS. Comorbidities management must be given special consideration to improve the prognosis and general wellbeing of persons with cancer.
Keyphrases
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