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Monday, August 30, 2010

Sword of damocles cutting through the life stages of women with ovarian cancer.



Conclusions:
Age and development stage are key determinants of the needs and concerns of women with ovarian cancer.Interpretation: Age and development stage should be considered when developing an individualized plan of care. Because recurrence is common among this population, the fear of death exists regardless of age and should be explored by nurses, particularly during periods of remission.