Perceptions and attitudes of medical oncologists regarding fertility preservation and pregnancy in high-risk cancer patients: A survey among Canadian medical oncologists.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

Infertility is a critical late toxicity that impacts adolescent and young adult (AYA, ages 15-39 years) cancer survivors. International oncology societies recommend discussing fertility preservation (FP) for all AYA patients, regardless of stage or prognosis. We aim to understand Canadian medical oncologists' perceptions, attitudes, and knowledge toward FP and pregnancy in patients with cancer, including advanced stages and high risk for recurrence.

Methods

An anonymous electronic survey utilizing hypothetical scenarios was sent to medical oncologists in the province of Ontario, Canada. Descriptive statistics were used to summarize all data. Logistic regression models were constructed to identify factors that predicted FP discussions and referrals.

Results

The

SUBMITTER: Alshamsan B 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9883564 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature