Study on the Impact of Hormone Therapy for Prostate Cancer on the Quality of Life and the Psycho-Relational Sphere of Patients: ProQoL.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Prostate cancer and its treatment, particularly androgen deprivation therapy (ADT), can profoundly impact patients' quality of life. The aim of the prospective observational study reported here was to evaluate the effects of ADT on various aspects of quality of life in men with prostate cancer at a community-based hospital in Southern Italy.

Methods

Eligible men initiating hormonal therapy were recruited between December 2021 and December 2023. Data were collected at baseline (T₀) and after 3 months (T₁) and 6 months (T₂) of ADT using standardized questionnaires (European Organization for Research and Treatment of Cancer [EORTC] QLQ-C30, EORTC QLQ-PR25) and semi-structured interviews.

Results

Of the 52 participants, 43 com

SUBMITTER: Cappuccio F 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11880458 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature