NSWOG Neuro-oncology Project - Addressing the cognitive sequelae of adults with brain tumour

01 Sep 2009
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Behavioural and cognitive changes have been noted in patients diagnosed with a primary brain tumour (PBT). Both patients and family members report that dealing with such changes can prove to be overwhelming and distressing.

In addition, there is limited data on the prevalence of such sequelae, particularly behavioural impairments. More importantly, there are few reports on approaches to the treatment of such sequelae. Reflecting this, existing patient and family information resources provide little guidance on strategies for managing behavioural and cognitive impairments. Finally, many staff in cancer services have only limited knowledge or skills to assist people with PBT and their families minimise the impact of such impairments on their daily lives, community participation and quality of life.

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