Cognitive Behavioral Intervention to Reduce Persistent Fatigue Following Blood and Marrow Transplantation: Results from a Pilot Randomized Clinical Trial

Key Points

• Persistent fatigue significantly decreased as reported by participants following the intervention, indicating its effectiveness.
• A notable improvement was observed in fatigue levels in the vital weeks post-transplant, underscoring the importance of timely intervention.
• The randomized clinical trial evaluated a cognitive behavioral intervention specifically designed for patients after blood and marrow transplantation.
• Findings suggest that effective cognitive behavioral strategies might improve the quality of life among those recovering from blood and marrow transplantation.