Gastrointestinal symptoms of pelvic radiation disease (part 2): impact on patients and carers
| Autor: | Helen Ludlow |
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| Rok vydání: | 2020 |
| Předmět: |
Advanced and Specialized Nursing
medicine.medical_specialty Gastrointestinal tract business.industry medicine.medical_treatment Pelvic cancer Disease Stigma (anatomy) Radiation therapy 03 medical and health sciences Medical–Surgical Nursing 0302 clinical medicine medicine.anatomical_structure Internal medicine medicine 030211 gastroenterology & hepatology 030212 general & internal medicine business Pelvic radiotherapy Pelvis |
| Zdroj: | Gastrointestinal Nursing. 18:44-49 |
| ISSN: | 2052-2835 1479-5248 |
| DOI: | 10.12968/gasn.2020.18.3.44 |
| Popis: | Background: Radiotherapy for pelvic cancers can affect any organ within the pelvis, including the gastrointestinal tract. These late effects, or consequences of treatment, can have a significant impact. These symptoms are collectively known as pelvic radiation disease (PRD). Aims: To identify and consider the experiences of people affected by PRD, including both the patient and their family and friends. Methods: Exploratory interviews were conducted with patients and their carers. The transcripts underwent framework analysis to identify key themes. Findings: Three main areas of concern were feelings of stigma, experiences of contact with healthcare services and the need, and occasional lack, of support from family and friends. Conclusion: PRD has a significant physical, psychological and social impact on quality of life for those affected, as well as their carers. |
| Databáze: | OpenAIRE |
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