STEP 5: Care after initial treatment and recovery
Treatment summary (provide a copy to the patient/carer and their GP) 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
There is no evidence that follow-up investigations of asymptomatic patients with non-specific CUP affects the outcome. Patients in the specific-CUP subgroup should be followed up as per disease-specific guidelines. Specific examinations should be undertaken as clinically indicated.
Communication
The lead clinician should ensure regular, timely, two-way communication with the patient’s GP because GPs play an important role in coordinating care for patients with CUP.