Medical and psychosocial effects of early discharge after surgery for breast cancer: randomised trial

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Authors

J. Bonnema · Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences

Anneke M.E.A van Wersch · Stornoway Historical Society

A.N. van Geel · Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences

J. Pruyn

P.I.M. Schmitz · Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences

Marion Paul · Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences

Theo Wiggers · Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences

Abstract

Early discharge from hospital after surgery for breast cancer is safe and is well received by patients. Early discharge seems to enhance the opportunity for social support within the family.

Topics & Keywords

Cancer survivorship and care Patient-Provider Communication in Healthcare Palliative Care and End-of-Life Issues

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: BMJ

Volume 316, Issue 7140, pp. 1267-1271

DOI: 10.1136/bmj.316.7140.1267

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