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Long-term follow-up of survivors of cancer : general practitioner’s role and resources
Duchesnes C , Quenon C , Roblain F , Giet D
Rev Med Liege 2021, 76(5-6),541-544Abstract : More and more patients surviving cancer consult again their general practitioner for various reasons. The aim of this article is to consider ways to reinforce the role of the general practitioners in the follow-up protocol. Two candidates for general practice synthetized, based on literature review, cancer follow-up information of childhood cancer, breast and colorectal cancers. Their concise presentations are examples of useful documents for their colleagues. The general practitioner must receive all information concerning the cancer disease, the treatment and the agenda of the follow-up examinations to guarantee continuity of care. Collaboration between general practitioners and cancer specialists is necessary to provide best care to the patients, to share clear and relevant information and to train future general practitioners.
