Cardiovascular, pulmonary, and cancer rehabilitation. 3. Cancer rehabilitation.

Brennan, M J; DePompolo, R W; Garden, F H · Arch Phys Med Rehabil · 1996

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Abstract

This self-directed learning module highlights several important rehabilitation aspects in the care of persons with cancer. It is part of the chapter on cardiovascular, pulmonary, and cancer rehabilitation in the Self-Directed Physiatric Education Program for practitioners and trainees in physical medicine and rehabilitation. This article discusses the organization of a cancer rehabilitation team, unique rehabilitation issues presented by specific common tumors, and the impact of common complications on successful rehabilitation outcomes.

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