The Role of the Psycho-Oncologist During the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Clinical Breast Cancer Case Report

Overview

Journal Behav Sci (Basel)

Date 2022 Jul 25

PMID 35877281

Authors

Giulia Silvestri

Caterina Borgese

Samuela Sommacal

Letizia Iannopollo

Grazia Cristaldi

Samantha Serpentini

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Abstract

The 2019 coronavirus pandemic (COVID-19) has been very stressful, but more so for those with cancer. Patients with cancer experienced more pandemic-related stress and psychological distress than those without a cancer diagnosis. This case report, about a breast cancer patient, is presented in order to emphasize (1) the importance of the management of psychological care in oncology, (2) the need for a thorough understanding of the efficacy of the role of the psycho-oncologist and related interventions in a breast care unit for the health of both patients and professionals to improve clinical outcomes, and (3) the emerging health concerns of breast cancer patients in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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