Quality of life and mental health in the bereaved family members of patients with terminal cancer.

Objective: This study specifically aimed to compare quality of life (QOL) and mental health in bereaved family members of patients with cancer with that of the general population and to examine factors associated with QOL and mental health in this population.

Design: A nationwide multicenter, cross-sectional survey was administered to the bereaved family members of patients with terminal cancer.

Setting: Thirty-three palliative care centers designated by the Ministry of Health and Welfare participated in this study.