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[Elderly prostate cancer patients: patient information and shared decision making]
N Ernstmann1, J Jaeger, C Kowalski
1Institut für Medizinsoziologie, Versorgungsforschung und Rehabilitationswissenschaft, Universität zu Köln (IMVR), Eupener Straße 129, 50933 Köln, Deutschland. nicole.ernstmann@uk-koeln.de
Elderly prostate cancer patients receive less information on rehabilitation and self-help options. Urologists should improve communication for older patients, developing targeted information tools for shared decision-making.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Urology
- Health Services Research
Context:
- Limited data on communication needs of elderly prostate cancer patients.
- Assessing information and shared decision-making experiences in urological practice for this demographic.
Purpose:
- To examine the information and shared decision-making experiences of prostate cancer patients over 75 years old.
- To compare these experiences with younger patient cohorts.
Summary:
- No significant differences in shared decision-making or general treatment information between older (over 75) and younger prostate cancer patients.
- Older patients received significantly less information regarding self-help groups, rehabilitation, and second medical opinions.
Impact:
- Highlights a gap in providing comprehensive information to elderly prostate cancer patients.
- Suggests the need for developing specialized information tools and decision aids for older patients to enhance their engagement in care.
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