Undergoing radical treatment for prostate cancer and its impact on wellbeing: A qualitative study exploring men's experiences.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Quality of life in prostate cancer survivorship is becoming increasingly important, with mental and social wellbeing recognised as key components. However, limited global evaluation of psychosocial challenges experienced after treatment exists. Therefore, we aimed to explore the lived experiences of men who underwent radical treatment, and its psychosocial impact.

Material and methods

This qualitative study was conducted using 19 men who had undergone radical treatment (prostatectomy or radiotherapy) for their cancer. Semi-structured interviews were conducted exploring lived experiences of men after treatment. A Structured thematic analysis of collected data was undertaken, with an inductive co-construction of themes through the lens of the biopsychosocial model

SUBMITTER: Vyas N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9757548 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature