Aiming for a Better Understanding and Management of Cancer-Related Fatigue.

Autor:	Neefjes, Elisabeth C.W., Vorst, Maurice J.D.L., Blauwhoff‐Buskermolen, Susanne, Verheul, Henk M.W.
Předmět:	MEDICAL needs assessment ALTERNATIVE medicine CANCER complications DRUG therapy CIRCADIAN rhythms COGNITIVE therapy CYTOKINES EXERCISE FATIGUE (Physiology) HYDROCORTISONE MEDICAL protocols MENTAL health QUALITY of life SEROTONIN CANCER treatment THERAPEUTICS
Zdroj:	Oncologist; Oct2013, Vol. 18 Issue 10, p1135-1143, 9p, 2 Diagrams, 1 Chart
Abstrakt:	Cancer-related fatigue (CRF) is a serious symptom of patients with cancer and deteriorates their daily quality of life. Whereas fatigue is a common problem in the general population, with a prevalence of about 30%, up to 99% of patients with cancer have fatigue of more intense severity. CRF is directly related to the biology of cancer, but it can also becaused by anti cancer treatment. We reviewed current evidence about the potential pathophysiological mechanisms causing CRF. Clinical methods to determine the presence and severity of CRF and potential treatment options to reduce CRF will be discussed. After reading this review, the reader will have knowledge of the current understanding of CRF and will be able to give evidence-based advice to patients with CRF. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Databáze:	Complementary Index
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