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Annals of Oncology 13:185-186, 2002
© 2002 European Society for Medical Oncology

Editorial

Does rehabilitation have a place in oncology management?

Robert P. Cole1 and Salvatore J. Scialla2

1Allied Services Rehabilitation Hospital; 2Hematology and Oncology Associates of Northeastern PA, Scranton, PA, USA

During the past 20 years, the treatment of cancer has evolved. Current surgical procedures are often less extensive than those used previously, and are frequently combined with adjuvant chemotherapy and radiation treatment. Indeed, the use of multiple cytotoxic treatments has become commonplace in the treatment of many cancers. This more prevalent use of multiple cytotoxic management strategies has prolonged the primary treatment period and increased the toxic effects of treatment. Ultimately, these advances in treatment along with improved detection and diagnosis have been a boon for cancer patients. As we move into the 21st century, individuals diagnosed with cancer . . . [Full Text of this Article]

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