Determinants of quality of life among lung cancer patients: insights from a cross-sectional study.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

Lung cancer (LC) is a leading cause of cancer-related mortality, with smoking being a major risk factor. Despite the benefits of smoking cessation, many LC patients continue to smoke, potentially impacting their quality of life (QoL). This study aimed to explore factors influencing QoL among LC patients, with a focus on smoking status and mental health.

Methods

A cross-sectional study was conducted at the University Hospital of Augsburg from December 2021 to December 2023. A total of 56 LC patients were categorized into active smokers (AS), ex-smokers (ES), or never-smokers (NS). Participants completed validated questionnaires assessing QoL, depression, anxiety, stress, borderline personality disorder symptoms, and pain. Statistical analyses, including one-way ANOVA

SUBMITTER: Halms T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12904944 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature