Expectations of treatment outcomes in patients with spinal metastases; what do we tell our patients? A qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Realistic pre-treatment expectations are important and have been associated with post-treatment health related quality of life (HRQOL). Patient expectations are greatly influenced by physicians, as they are the primary resource for information. This study aimed to explore the communication practices of physicians regarding treatment outcomes for patients with spinal metastases, and physician experiences with patients' pre-treatment expectations.

Methods

An international qualitative study using semi-structured interviews with physicians routinely involved in treating metastatic spine disease (spine surgeons, radiation and medical oncologists, and rehabilitation specialists) was conducted. Physicians were interviewed about the content and extent of information they

SUBMITTER: Versteeg AL 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8611925 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature