What is the hold up?-Mixed-methods analysis of postoperative radiotherapy delay in head and neck cancer.

Kevin J SykesEmily MorrowJoshua B Smith Andrew J HolcombMindi TenNapelChristopher E Lominska Andrés M Bur Kiran Kakarala

Published in: Head & neck (2020)

Achieving reductions in PORT initiation requires efficient care coordination, improved communication between interdisciplinary teams, and strengthening social support systems for patients with HNC.

Keyphrases

social support
depressive symptoms
healthcare
early stage
palliative care
patients undergoing
locally advanced
quality improvement
study protocol
radiation therapy
radiation induced
robot assisted
pain management
affordable care act
chronic pain
rectal cancer