Browsing Faculty of Medicine by Journals "Cancer Nursing"
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Comorbid Dementia and Cancer in Residents of Nursing Homes: Secondary Analyses of a Cross-Sectional Study
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2018)Background: Life expectancy is increasing continuously, which increases the likelihood of developing dementia or cancer. Both dementia and cancer are serious conditions that give manifold symptoms. The interaction of these ... -
Distinctions Between Self-Report and Performance-Based Measures of Physical Function in Older Patients Prior to Chemotherapy
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2021)Background: The maintenance of physical function (PF) is an extremely important outcome for older adults. Objective: The aims of this study were to, identify differences in subjective and objective measures of PF between ... -
Long-term recovery after colorectal cancer surgery among the old: a qualitative study
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2023)Background Colorectal cancer is the third most frequently diagnosed cancer worldwide, disproportionally affecting older people. With modern treatment, older people are surviving cancer treatment and recovery. However, ...