Publications by authors named "Andreas Wittwer"
Psychosocial distress in young adults surviving hematological malignancies: a pilot study.
J Cancer Res Clin Oncol
August 2023
Article Synopsis
- Young adult survivors (ages 18-39) of hematological cancers experience significant psychosocial challenges post-treatment, with many reporting symptoms of anxiety, depression, and fear of cancer recurrence.
- A survey of 47 survivors revealed that a quarter reported depressive symptoms and a significant number experienced anxiety and psychosocial stress, indicating a lower quality of life compared to the general population.
- Employment was linked to better psychosocial outcomes, highlighting the need for integrated psycho-oncological and social support in the aftercare of young adult cancer survivors.