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Stereotactic radiosurgery: the patient's experience.

David B Menkes1, Mary P Davison, Shaun A Costello

  • 1Department of Psychological Medicine, University of Wales, UK. d.menkes@bangor.ac.uk

Social Science & Medicine (1982)
|April 9, 2005
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Stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) is a significant procedure for brain conditions. Patients undergoing SRS often experience it as a pivotal event, symbolizing hope and recovery while navigating a liminal state between illness and wellness.

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Area of Science:

  • Neurosurgery
  • Oncology
  • Patient Experience Research

Background:

  • Stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) is a specialized treatment for severe brain conditions.
  • Currently, all New Zealand patients receive SRS at a single facility, Dunedin Hospital.
  • Prior research primarily examined SRS indications and outcomes, not patient perspectives.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore and understand the lived experiences of patients undergoing SRS.
  • To identify the psychological and emotional impact of SRS on patients and their families.
  • To inform better patient support and communication strategies.

Main Methods:

  • A mixed-methods approach combining qualitative and quantitative data collection.
  • In-depth interviews and surveys with patients who underwent SRS.

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  • Analysis of patient narratives and reported emotional states.

    • Main Results:

    • Patients universally viewed SRS as a highly significant, life-altering event.
    • The procedure was often associated with relief, hope, and a sense of recovery.
    • Patients described a prolonged period of uncertainty and a 'liminal state' between health and illness post-treatment.

    Conclusions:

    • SRS represents a pivotal, often positive, but complex experience for patients.
    • Patients remain in a transitional state post-SRS, highlighting the need for ongoing support.
    • Findings can enhance emotional and informational support for patients undergoing SRS.