Journal of Carcinogenesis & Mutagenesis

Abstract

Organisation of Rehabilitation in Oncology Patients?to Whom? When? to What Extent? the Oncologist's View

Robert Wiraszka*

Malignant tumours are the second (after cardiovascular diseases) cause of morbidity and mortality. Thus, they are also a very common cause of disability and inability to work. Oncological treatment (surgery, radiotherapy, chemotherapy) reduces the quality of life of oncology patients through its multiple effects causing structural damage and impairment of the functions of vital systems and organs, as well as through its mutilating effects. Thus, the role of rehabilitation as a method capable of restoring function is becoming increasingly important in this group of patients. The introduction of so-called organ-saving treatment methods minimal surgery, conformal radiotherapy or immunotherapy has not significantly changed this situation either.

Published Date: 2025-03-20; Received Date: 2023-11-28