Cancer management from a chronic gastrointestinal function perspective

Clin Med (Lond). 2023 Nov;23(6):545-548. doi: 10.7861/clinmed.2023-GA1.

Abstract

Bowel dysfunction in cancer is a significant and challenging issue for both clinicians and patients. As cancer survival improves, the impact of gastrointestinal symptoms on quality of life is of ever-increasing relevance. This review aims to provide an overview of the common gastrointestinal complaints seen in cancer sufferers and discuss the principles of management and up to date treatment options available.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Humans
  • Neoplasms* / complications
  • Neoplasms* / therapy
  • Quality of Life*