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Abstract

Fatigue is reported to be the most distressing side effect of radiation therapy (RT), negatively effecting physical function and quality of life. This study explores the relationship of fatigue with free living activity measured through accelerometry which has been largely unexplored in men receiving radiation therapy for prostate cancer.

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45th Biennial Convention 2019 Theme: Connect. Collaborate. Catalyze.

Author Details

Timothy C. F. Fuss, PhD, RN - College of Nursing and Professional Disciplines, University of North Dakota, Grand Forks, ND, USA; Leo Saligan, PhD, RN, FAAN - National Institutes of Health, US Department of Health and Human Services, Bethesda, MD, USA

Sigma Membership

Eta Upsilon

Lead Author Affiliation

University of North Dakota, Grand Forks, North Dakota, USA

Type

Poster

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

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Keywords:

Activity, Fatigue, Prostate Cancer

Conference Name

45th Biennial Convention

Conference Host

Sigma Theta Tau International

Conference Location

Washington, DC, USA

Conference Year

2019

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Physical activity and perceived fatigue in men receiving external beam radiation therapy for prostate cancer

Washington, DC, USA

Fatigue is reported to be the most distressing side effect of radiation therapy (RT), negatively effecting physical function and quality of life. This study explores the relationship of fatigue with free living activity measured through accelerometry which has been largely unexplored in men receiving radiation therapy for prostate cancer.