Prevalence and associated factors of psychological distress among patients with oral cancer in Sri Lanka
Nadisha Ratnasekera,
Irosha Perera,
Pushpakumara Kandapola Arachchige
et al.
Abstract:Introduction Oral cancer is the most common among Sri Lankan males leading to psychological distress due to its impact on the appearance and vital functions. While the negative effects of psychological distress on these patients are well known, its prevalence and associated factors remain largely unknown in Sri Lanka. This study aimed to assess the prevalence and the associated factors of psychological distress among a selected patient cohort with oral cancer in Sri Lanka. Methods A hospital-based cross-sectio… Show more
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