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Table 2 Top 10 unmet needs of study subjects

From: Unmet needs and related factors of Korean breast cancer survivors: a multicenter, cross-sectional study

Rank

Item

Score (Mean ± SD)

Domain

1

Needed help in coping with fear of recurrence

2.04 ± 1.09

Information and education

2

Needed information about correct diet (food to eat, food to avoid)

1.98 ± 1.11

Information and education

3

Needed information about current status of my illness and its future courses

1.84 ± 1.14

Information and education

4

Needed information or education about things that I can do at home for my health

1.82 ± 1.13

Information and education

5

Needed information about tests and treatments

1.80 ± 1.16

Information and education

6

Needed information about symptoms require a hospital visit

1.79 ± 1.12

Information and education

7

Needed help with worries about treatment sequelae

1.79 ± 1.13

Information and education

8

Wished to be able to seek doctor in a quick and easy way when in need

1.78 ± 1.20

Healthcare staff

9

Needed information about financial support for medical expenses from government

1.77 ± 1.18

Information and education

10

Wished my doctor to be easy, specific, and honest in his/her explanation

1.74 ± 1.22

Healthcare staff