Identifying social outcomes of importance for childhood cancer survivors: an e-Delphi study.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

Childhood cancer survivors (CCS) are at risk of deficits in their social outcomes, a key aspect of overall health and quality of life. Social outcomes of import are ill-defined leading to potential gaps in research and service provision. In this study, we undertook a preliminary consensus seeking exercise to support the development of a framework of the important social outcomes for CCS.

Methods

A modified e-Delphi study was conducted with four groups: CCS, health professionals, social workers and teachers. Round 1, developed from a literature review, included 34 questions rated for importance on a 7-point Likert scale. Rounds 2 and 3 presented items not achieving consensus, additionally proposed items and in round 3, a ranking question.

Results

Survey 1 was c

SUBMITTER: Milner SH 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10844160 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature