Treatment burden experienced by patients with lung cancer.

Nicole El-TurkMichael S H ChouNatasha C H TingAfaf GirgisShalini Kavita VinodVictoria BrayClaudia Caroline Dobler

Published in: PloS one (2021)

While there was a large burden associated with lung cancer treatment, patients felt motivated and equipped to manage the workload because the disease was considered severe and life-threatening, and the treatment was seen as beneficial. Before initiating treatment for lung cancer, patients should be informed about lifestyle changes they likely have to make and should be offered assistance.

Keyphrases

cardiovascular disease
end stage renal disease
chronic kidney disease
ejection fraction
physical activity
replacement therapy
patient reported outcomes