This study analyzes the psychological impact of cervical cancer on a 72-year-old patient, examining risk factors, the need for psychological support, and available therapies. It highlights the high prevalence of depression in these cases. The longitudinal, single-case descriptive study includes quantitative and qualitative analyses, revealing a significant increase in the patient's depression levels after diagnosis, underscoring the importance of comprehensive psychological intervention to improve quality of life and facilitate adaptation to the disease. It also provides an epidemiological context on the cancer worldwide and in Panama, as well as specific data on cervical cancer.
