Perspectives of Women with Breast Cancer and Healthcare Providers Participating in an Adherence-Enhancing Program for Adjuvant Endocrine Therapy: A Qualitative Study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Adjuvant endocrine therapy (AET) is prescribed for 5-10 years to women with hormone-sensitive breast cancer to prevent recurrence. However, a significant proportion of women do not adhere to AET. We developed SOIE, a one-year program designed to enhance the AET experience and adherence. SOIE was pilot-tested in a mixed-methods randomized controlled trial. This report presents the experience of women and healthcare providers (HCPs) with SOIE.

Methods

A descriptive qualitative study using semi-structured interviews and thematic analysis was conducted with 20 women and 7 HCPs who participated in the program.

Results

Most women and HCPs reported high satisfaction with the program. Women felt it addressed their need for information and strategies to manage side

SUBMITTER: Turcotte V 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11764025 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature