Professionals' Perceptions of the Colorectal Cancer Pathway: Results of a Co-Constructed Qualitative Study.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Qualitative research on the perceptions of healthcare professionals involved in cancer care about their respective roles in the patient care pathway is limited. Therefore, the aim of this qualitative study was to document these perceptions.

Methods

A multidisciplinary team that included patient researchers constructed a semi-structured interview guide on the perceptions of the colorectal cancer care pathway by professionals. Interviews were conducted with healthcare professionals from two French hospitals that manage patients with colorectal cancer. Then, the interviews were fully transcribed and analysed by the whole multidisciplinary team.

Results

Thirteen healthcare professionals were interviewed (six nurses, four physicians, one psychologist, one soci

SUBMITTER: Delaye M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11246595 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature