The impact of economic sanctions on cancer diagnosis and treatment in Iran: a qualitative study.

ABSTRACT: The economic sanctions imposed on Iran have had a significant impact on the country's healthcare system. The sanctions have affected the availability and affordability of cancer diagnosis and treatment services, leading to a range of challenges for patients with cancer. This study aimed to explore these challenges and gain a deeper understanding of the impact of economic sanctions on cancer care in Iran. The research method involved qualitative in-depth interviews with 53 experts, including clinical and basic sciences specialists, who were selected through purposeful sampling. The data were analyzed through qualitative content analysis using MAXQDA 2020. A total of 900 codes were identified, categorized into three primary groups-input, process, and output-and further divided into 13 subcat

SUBMITTER: Haghjou L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11607833 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature