The experiences and needs of couples affected by prostate cancer aged 65 and under: a qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

Prostate Cancer (PCa) is often considered to be an illness affecting older men, however the prevalence in younger men (<=65 years) is rising. Diagnosis and treatment for PCa can have a significant impact on the lives of both the man with PCa and his partner. This study explored the experiences and needs of younger men and their partners affected by PCa. The findings will be used to inform service provision and develop interventions appropriate to need.

Methods

Participants were recruited from respondents to a national PROMS study (Life After Prostate Cancer Diagnosis (LAPCD), who indicated on completed questionnaires their willingness to be interviewed. Semi-structured telephone interviews were conducted with twenty-eight couples, separately (56 participants). Data w

SUBMITTER: Collaco N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7966139 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature