A modified Delphi study to develop a practical guide for selecting patients with prostate cancer for active surveillance.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Active surveillance (AS) is a management option for men diagnosed with lower risk prostate cancer. There is wide variation in all aspects of AS internationally, from patient selection to investigations and follow-up intervals, and a lack of clear evidence on the optimal approach to AS. This study aimed to provide guidance for clinicians from an international panel of prostate cancer experts.

Methods

A modified Delphi approach was undertaken, utilising two rounds of online questionnaires followed by a face-to-face workshop. Participants indicated their level of agreement with statements relating to patient selection for AS via online questionnaires on a 7-point Likert scale. Factors not achieving agreement were iteratively developed between the two rounds of questi

SUBMITTER: Merriel SWD 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7863517 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature