Professionals' opinion on follow-up in breast cancer patients; perceived purpose and influence of patients' risk factors

M. van Hezewijk (1) , E.T.M. Hille (2) , A.N. Scholten (1) , C.A.M. Marijnen (1) , A.M. Stiggelbout , C.J.H. van de Velde (2)

1 Department of Radiation Oncology
2 Department of Surgery

To provide insight into professionals' opinions on breast cancer follow-up to facilitate implementation of new follow-up strategies. The study focuses on current practice, purpose and perceived effects, and preferred frequency and duration of follow-up.

Mots clés: breast; cancer; follow-up; professionals; questionnaire; survey

M. van Hezewijk, E.T.M. Hille, A.N. Scholten, C.A.M. Marijnen, A.M. Stiggelbout, et al.. Professionals' opinion on follow-up in breast cancer patients; perceived purpose and influence of patients' risk factors. EJSO - European Journal of Surgical Oncology, 2011, 37 (3), pp.217. ⟨10.1016/j.ejso.2011.01.001⟩. ⟨hal-00668066⟩