STEP 5: Care after initial treatment and recovery

Ongoing assessment of the effects of treatment-related menopause is required. Cancer survivors should be provided with the following.

Treatment summary (provide a copy to the woman/carer and her general practitioner) outlining:

  • diagnostic tests performed and results
  • tumour characteristics
  • type and date of treatment(s)
  • interventions and treatment plans from other health professionals
  • supportive care services provided
  • contact information for key care providers.

Follow-up care plan (provide a copy to the woman/carer and her general practitioner) outlining:

  • medical follow-up required (tests, ongoing surveillance)
  • care plans for managing the late effects of treatment
  • a process for rapid re-entry to medical services for suspected recurrence.

Communication – lead clinician to:

  • explain the treatment summary and follow-up care plan to the woman/carer
  • inform the woman/carer about secondary prevention and healthy living
  • discuss the follow-up care plan with the woman’s general practitioner.