Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: Psychiatric comorbidities are common in cancer patients and can have a significant impact on their survival. This study examines the relationship between the biological mechanisms of cancer and the biological mechanisms of mental disorders, with a focus on understanding the common mechanisms and how they may influence the predisposition to death in cases with mental comorbidities. The lower survival rate of cancer patients with mental comorbidities is directly influenced by reduced adherence to treatment, compromised immune response and diminished quality of life. The study highlights the need for an integrated approach that includes the assessment and treatment of psychiatric comorbidities to improve clinical outcomes and survival of cancer patients.
Authors: Gabriel Dăscălescu, Alin Ciobîcă, Irina Dobrin
Institution: Alexandru Ioan Cuza University
Language: English
Topic: Cancer survivorship and care
Subfield: Oncology
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4409459405