Facilitators and barriers to survivorship support access: a qualitative study of rectal cancer survivors' experiences in Texas.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

This qualitative study aimed to analyse rectal cancer survivors' lived experiences to identify facilitators and barriers to support access.

Design

We conducted one-on-one semi-structured interviews and employed thematic analysis to identify key themes and insights.

Setting/participants

Participants included eight rectal cancer survivors and three caregivers recruited at Texas Colorectal Collaborative sites.

Results

Results showed that adequate hospital resources, high health literacy and close connections with clinicians and peers who share similar experiences facilitate survivors' access to social support. Conversely, ineffective healthcare team communication, financial challenges and low self-motivation hindered access.

Conclusion

Survivorshi

SUBMITTER: You X 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11580240 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature