The journey of cancer patients and the quest to equity: findings from Morocco.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

Rapid diagnostic and assessment pathways for cancer patients provide timely and effective care. This study took place in Morocco, where the majority of patients treated in the public sector are diagnosed at an advanced stage. The aim of this study was to determine the duration of different time intervals along the cancer patient pathway and to highlight problem areas so that strategies can be implemented to make the process more equitable and effective.

Study design

Cross-sectional study.

Methods

Recently diagnosed cancer patients were recruited from four major oncology centres in Morocco; namely, Marrakech, Casablanca, Rabat, and Fez. A questionnaire survey was administered, including sociodemographic and medical information and questions on access to the

SUBMITTER: Sauvaget C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10547108 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature