| Literature DB >> 12793334 |
Libby Bowers1, Deborah A Boyle.
Abstract
Sadness is a normal reaction to the fears, anxieties, and uncertainties during any stage of cancer but is especially problematic during the advanced stage. Depressive symptoms and syndromes frequently coexist during this time and affect quality of life. Depression is an overlooked and undertreated symptom during late-stage cancer. This article provides an overview of the epidemiology, neurophysiology, diagnostic and screening approaches, risk factors, and treatment modalities for depression in patients with advanced cancer.Entities:
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Year: 2003 PMID: 12793334 DOI: 10.1188/03.CJON.281-288
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Clin J Oncol Nurs ISSN: 1092-1095 Impact factor: 1.027