A qualitative study on the needs of cancer caregivers in Vietnam.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Vietnam has experienced a rapid increase in cancer incidence with many cancers (70%) being diagnosed at a late stage. The majority of physical and psychosocial care is provided by caregivers with minimal professional input. Due to limited resources in hospitals and social and cultural norms regarding caregiving in Vietnam, caregivers provide a range of supportive functions for family members diagnosed with cancer.

Objectives

This study sought to provide empirical evidence on the self-identified unmet needs of caregivers of inpatients in national oncology hospitals in Vietnam.

Methods

Focus groups and in-depth interviews were conducted with caregivers (n = 20) and health care providers (n = 22) in national oncology hospitals in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. Da

SUBMITTER: Jenkins C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8405114 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature