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Cancer Care in Pakistan: A Descriptive Case Study.
Salma A Rattani1, Sherry Dahlke2, Brenda Cameron2
1Aga Khan University, Faculty of Nursing, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Karachi, Pakistan.
Global Qualitative Nursing Research
|March 3, 2022
Summary
Cancer patients in Pakistan experience significant suffering and late diagnoses due to poverty, cultural beliefs, and healthcare system challenges. Addressing these requires education, anti-corruption measures, and universal healthcare policies.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Public Health
- Palliative Care
Background:
- Cancer diagnosis and treatment in Pakistan face significant challenges.
- Poverty and cultural factors exacerbate patient suffering.
- Late diagnosis is a prevalent issue impacting outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the lived experiences of cancer patients in Pakistan.
- To identify key factors contributing to suffering and delayed diagnosis.
- To propose actionable strategies for improving cancer care.
Main Methods:
- Descriptive case study design.
- Data collection through interviews with patients, families, and healthcare providers.
- Inclusion of unstructured observations within a specialized cancer and hospice care facility in Karachi.
Main Results:
- Two primary themes emerged: 'suffering' and 'late diagnosis'.
- Suffering is linked to poverty, societal views on cancer, and physical pain.
- Late diagnosis is associated with cultural health beliefs, low health literacy, and systemic healthcare issues.
Conclusions:
- Improving cancer care in Pakistan necessitates educating healthcare providers on oncology and palliative care.
- Eradicating corruption within the healthcare system is crucial for equitable access.
- Developing policies for universal health access is essential to address systemic barriers.
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