A model of survivorship in cancer genetic care.
OBJECTIVE
To propose a shift in the paradigm of survivorship in genetic cancer care.


METHODS
Published articles and, studies.


CONCLUSIONS
Previous models of survivorship are insufficient to address the evolving needs of patients and families with heritable cancers. The construction of a new model of survivorship is needed to address the unique concerns of individuals who have undergone hereditary cancer risk assessment and counseling.


CONCLUSIONS
Health care providers must be familiar with the recommendations for treatment, surveillance, and follow-up care for individuals and families with heritable cancers to maximize their quantity and quality of life.
Jacobs
Linda A
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Living Well After Cancer Program, Abramson Cancer Center, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA 19104-4283, USA.
Giarelli
Ellen
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D000223:Adaptation, Psychological; D005817:Genetic Counseling / Q000379:methods*; D020022:Genetic Predisposition to Disease / Q000523:psychology; D006801:Humans; D009369:Neoplasms / Q000235:genetics / Q000451:nursing / Q000523:psychology; D009386:Neoplastic Syndromes, Hereditary / Q000235:genetics / Q000451:nursing / Q000523:psychology; D009723:Nurse-Patient Relations; D009730:Nursing Assessment; D015404:Nursing Methodology Research; D009859:Oncology Nursing / Q000592:standards; D010353:Patient Education as Topic / Q000379:methods; D011788:Quality of Life; D012307:Risk Factors; D017741:Survivors / Q000523:psychology*