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Journal of Cancer Survivorship
Published in: Journal of Cancer Survivorship 3/2013

01-09-2013 | Review

Fear of cancer recurrence in adult cancer survivors: a systematic review of quantitative studies

Authors: Sébastien Simard, Belinda Thewes, Gerry Humphris, Mélanie Dixon, Ceara Hayden, Shab Mireskandari, Gozde Ozakinci

Published in: Journal of Cancer Survivorship | Issue 3/2013

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Abstract

Purpose

Fear of cancer recurrence (FCR) is among the most commonly reported problems and one of the most prevalent areas of unmet needs for cancer survivors and their carers. This review aims to provide a comprehensive overview of current scientific knowledge on FCR and to formulate recommendations for future research.

Methods

A systematic review was undertaken to identify quantitative studies associated with FCR. Relevant studies were identified via Medline, CINAHL, PsycINFO and AMED databases from 1996 through December 2011. Data from 130 eligible papers were extracted and summarized following a systematic scheme.

Results

Multiple FCR assessment methods were identified. Survivors reported low to moderate level of FCR but considered it as one of the top greatest concerns and the most frequently endorsed unmet need. FCR remains stable over the survivorship trajectory. Younger age, presence and severity of physical symptoms, psychological distress and lower quality of life were associated with higher FCR. Health behaviours, psychological reactions and functional impairments were identified as FCR consequences. Carers reported higher FCR than the patients. Limited data on interventions were available.

Conclusions

FCR research has expanded somewhat haphazardly over the last 20 years. Adopted consensual definition and used well-validated measures will be necessary. Longitudinal research examining the longer-term development and impact of FCR is clearly needed. The proposal and evaluation of theoretical models of FCR is a priority.

Implications for Cancer Survivors

Identifying the key features of FCR will stimulate the research and the development of targeted interventions for cancer survivors and their carers.
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Metadata
Title
Fear of cancer recurrence in adult cancer survivors: a systematic review of quantitative studies
Authors
Sébastien Simard
Belinda Thewes
Gerry Humphris
Mélanie Dixon
Ceara Hayden
Shab Mireskandari
Gozde Ozakinci
Publication date
01-09-2013
Publisher
Springer US
Published in
Journal of Cancer Survivorship / Issue 3/2013
Print ISSN: 1932-2259
Electronic ISSN: 1932-2267
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s11764-013-0272-z

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