A protocol for an updated and expanded systematic mixed studies review of fear of cancer recurrence in families and caregivers of adults diagnosed with cancer
Abstract Background Fear of cancer recurrence (FCR) is reportedly common, persistent, associated with significant morbidity and often higher in cancer caregivers than cancer patients. This review will summarise empirical research on FCR to understand its prevalence, severity, correlates, course and...
Main Authors: | Stuart Leske, Allan Ben Smith, Sylvie D. Lambert, Afaf Girgis |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2018-08-01
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Series: | Systematic Reviews |
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Online Access: | http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13643-018-0795-5 |
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