Lymphomas: long-term sequelae and survivorship issues.
OBJECTIVE
To provide a review of long-term sequelae of lymphoma and its treatment, with emphasis on second malignancies, survivorship issues, rehabilitation, and quality of life.


METHODS
Review articles, research studies, and book chapters pertaining to late effects of treatment of lymphomas and to rehabilitation and quality of life for survivors of Hodgkin's disease or non-Hodgkin's lymphoma.


CONCLUSIONS
Overall, the outlook for survivors of the lymphomas is positive. The risk of developing second malignancies as long-term sequelae, although relatively low, and the need for physical and psychological health maintenance, warrant lifetime follow-up and support.


CONCLUSIONS
Nurses have a key role in preparing patients for survivorship. By fostering a philosophy and program of rehabilitation that begins at the time of diagnosis, nurses can assist survivors of lymphoma to achieve quality of life.
Fernsler
J
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Department of Nursing, University of Delaware, Newark 19716, USA.
Fanuele
J S
JS
D006801:Humans; D008223:Lymphoma / Q000451:nursing* / Q000534:rehabilitation*; D016609:Neoplasms, Second Primary / Q000451:nursing / Q000534:rehabilitation; D009859:Oncology Nursing; D011788:Quality of Life; D017741:Survivors