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. 2009 Jul 28;101(4):561–567. doi: 10.1038/sj.bjc.6605213

Table 4. Rank order of survivors' ratings of reasons for attending follow-up.

Ranks Item % Survivors reporting very important Scale (C=Clinical, S=Supportive)
1 Check for cancer recurrence 90.3 (279/309) C
2 Get reassurance about health 74.1 (229/309) C
3 Get the best medical care 68.3 (221/309) C
4 Help staff learn more about late effects of cancer 50.2 (155/309) C
5 Get information about late effects 42.1 (130/309) C
6 Talk to staff who understand what I have been through 23.6 (73/309) S
  Get advice about how to keep healthy 23.0 (71/309) S
7 Receive psychological support 16.8 (52/309) S
8 Get advice about everyday things, such as insurance 10.7 (33/309) S