Patient-Reported Outcomes in Psychological Treatment for an Adolescent Oncology Patient: A Case Report

This case study describes the use of patient-reported outcome (PRO) in conjunction with psychosocial treatment for an adolescent oncology patient presenting with comorbid mental health difficulties. A nine-session evidence-based cognitive-behavioral treatment was implemented and PROs were used to document progress. Results demonstrated an overall pattern of increase in health-related quality of life and decrease in mood and anxiety symptoms as treatment progressed, with increases occurring after disease recurrence. This case study demonstrates the importance and utility of PROs. Implications for psychosocial treatment of adolescent and young adult patients and directions for future research are discussed.