Psychosocial experiences of prostate cancer survivors after treatment: a systematic review of qualitative studies.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Prostate cancer, the second most common male malignancy worldwide, treatment-related complications cause both physical dysfunction and psychosocial sequelae, significantly impairing quality of life. Now requires integrated biopsychosocial rehabilitation beyond disease-focused treatment, comprehensive assessment of psychosocial adaptation and illness perception is essential for developing evidence-based, patient-centered rehabilitation strategies to optimize post-therapy recovery.

Objective

This study aims to systematically review and synthesize qualitative evidence on post-treatment psychosocial experiences in prostate cancer patients, thoroughly analyze patients' lived experiences and coping strategies, and provide an evidence-based foundation for establishing a

SUBMITTER: Xiang J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12328169 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature