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Existential concerns in late stage cancer.

C Griffiths1, L Norton, G Wagstaff

  • 1Applied Research Centre, Liverpool Hope, Hope Park, Liverpool L16 9JD, UK. griffic@Hope.ac.uk

European Journal of Oncology Nursing : the Official Journal of European Oncology Nursing Society
|July 10, 2003
PubMed
Summary

Dying cancer patients often have undisclosed concerns, particularly existential ones. Addressing these issues earlier through holistic care can improve reflection and inner discovery during end-of-life care.

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Area of Science:

  • Palliative Care
  • Oncology
  • Psychosocial Oncology

Background:

  • Cancer patients face significant challenges during illness and end-of-life.
  • Existing oncology and palliative care expertise addresses treatment but may overlook patient concerns.
  • Research indicates many concerns of dying cancer patients remain undisclosed and unresolved.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify the specific concerns of dying cancer patients.
  • To develop a Concerns Questionnaire for further research.
  • To explore the relationship between patient concerns and psychological/physical distress.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative study design.
  • In-depth interviews conducted with 21 patients with advanced cancer.

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  • Patients interviewed had been informed they would no longer receive curative treatments.
  • Content analysis of interview transcripts.

    • Main Results:

    • Existential concerns emerged as a significant issue for patients.
    • Patients expressed a need for opportunities for reflection and inner discovery.
    • Holistic cancer care experiences may enhance end-of-life reflection and personal change.

    Conclusions:

    • Dying cancer patients have significant, often undisclosed, existential concerns.
    • A Concerns Questionnaire can aid in exploring these issues.
    • Earlier holistic cancer care may improve the end-of-life experience for cancer patients.