What follow-up care is recommended for patients treated for vulval cancer in primary care?

Follow-up care for patients treated for vulval cancer in primary care is not explicitly detailed in the provided UK guidelines context. However, general principles for cancer follow-up in primary care include:

• Providing patients with direct contact details for specialist services for advice about any concerns or symptoms related to their cancer.

• Offering psychosocial support to patients and their families at follow-up appointments.

• Reinforcing advice about self-examination and health promotion, including lifestyle advice such as smoking cessation.

• Ensuring follow-up is personalised based on the individual’s risk of recurrence or new primary cancers.

For vulval cancer specifically, follow-up is usually coordinated by specialist teams, with primary care playing a role in monitoring general health, managing comorbidities, and providing support. Patients should be advised to report any new symptoms promptly.

Since the provided context focuses on melanoma and oesophago-gastric cancer, and does not include specific recommendations for vulval cancer follow-up, it is recommended to follow local specialist guidance and NICE cancer follow-up pathways for vulval cancer.