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Tobias Fuchs1, Hani Hanaya1, Eckart Seilacher1
1a Working Group Integrative Oncology , Dr. Senckenberg Chronomedical Institute, J. W. Goethe University , Frankfurt , Germany.
Objective:
To learn more about cancer patients' motivation for seeking a second opinion.
Methods:
Participants filled in a standardized questionnaire.
Results:
Among 106 patients, 34% had looked for a second opinion, 81% wanted to check the accuracy of their treatment, and 49% needed to better understand the diagnosis. Low understanding of information was associated with looking for a second opinion, and 79% felt assured after a second opinion.
Conclusions:
Seeking a second opinion may help cancer patients in coping with the disease. As data on benefits are missing, other strategies, such as qualified first opinion and a sound physician-patient communication, may be advisable.
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