Citation

Philteos J, Noel CW, Hallet J, Eskander A. Curr. Opin. Otolaryngol. Head Neck Surg. 2022; 30(5): 380-383.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2022, Lippincott Williams and Wilkins)

DOI

10.1097/MOO.0000000000000827

PMID

35924661

Abstract

PURPOSE OF REVIEW: To summarize recent advances in the psycho-oncology literature, with a focus on findings relevant to the head and neck cancer patient. RECENT FINDINGS: Patients with cancer are at an increased risk of suicide and self-harm. Head and neck cancer patients are among the highest risk compared with other cancer patients. Unique challenges pertaining to disfigurement and voicelessness may, in part, explain these observations. Patient-reported outcome measures can be used to help identify high-risk patients. SUMMARY: Psychosocial support needs are highest for head and neck cancer patients. Patient-reported outcome measures should be integrated within clinical workflows to identify high-risk patients.

Language: en

Keywords

Humans; *Mental Health; *Head and Neck Neoplasms