Mindfulness is associated with severity of peripheral neuropathy and related patient-reported outcomes among colorectal cancer patients

Purpose Despite the detrimental impact of chronic (chemotherapy-induced) peripheral neuropathy PN on patients’ lives, treatment options remain limited. We examined the association between mindfulness and chronic PN symptom severity and impairments in related patient-reported outcomes (PROs) among colorectal cancer (CRC) patients up to two years after diagnosis. Methods Newly diagnosed stage I-IV CRC patients from four Dutch hospitals were eligible for participation. Patients (N=336) completed a questionnaire on mindfulness (MAAS) at one year after diagnosis, and questionnaires on sensory (SPN)... Mehr ...