Why the study?
Cardio-oncology is an evolving subspecialty developing alongside the clinical nurse specialist role, highlighting the need to understand their function in patient care and follow-up across the cancer continuum.
Cardio-oncology clinical nurse specialists play a vital role in the multidisciplinary management and long-term follow-up of cancer survivors.
CNS integration across cancer continuum supports MDT care; leaves open prospective trials on outcomes and training standards.
Cardio-oncology is an evolving subspecialty of cardiology that is developing parallel to the clinical nurse specialist role within the UK. Cardio-oncology clinical nurse specialists play a vital role within the multidisciplinary team and are integral to the patient journey. They are actively involved across all stages of the cancer care continuum, including before, during and long after the initiation of treatment, with their support often continuing for several years following the completion of therapy. Through the presentation of a case study, this article highlights the crucial role of the cardio-oncology clinical nurse specialist, the significance of clinical nurse specialist-led follow-up in cancer survivorship and the value of collaborative multidisciplinary working.
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