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

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...

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Main Authors: Stuart Leske, Allan Ben Smith, Sylvie D. Lambert, Afaf Girgis
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-08-01
Series:Systematic Reviews
Subjects:
Systematic review
Fear of cancer recurrence
Anxiety
Concern
Worry
Recurrence
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13643-018-0795-5

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