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Symptom clusters and self-management experiences of cervical cancer patients undergoing concurrent chemoradiotherapy:
Zihe Song1,2, Xianliang Liu3, Jinxia Jiang4
1Nursing Department, Shanghai First Maternity and Infant Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University, Shanghai, 200092, China.
Purpose:
To explore symptom clusters, symptom experiences, and self-management strategies in patients with cervical cancer undergoing concurrent chemoradiotherapy.
Methods:
A qualitative descriptive approach was used. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with patients with cervical cancer using an interview guide. The audio recording of the interviews was transcribed. Thematic analysis was conducted using Colaizzi's seven-step framework.
Results:
Thirteen participants were interviewed. The mean age of the participants was 47 years. Three themes were identified: (a) Struggle for survival among patients reintegrating into society; (b) Overcoming self-management challenges; and (c) Resilience and adaptation in the face of adversity.
Conclusion:
Individuals diagnosed with cervical cancer who undergo concurrent chemoradiotherapy often experience various clusters of symptoms. Despite facing challenges in self-management, these patients maintain a positive attitude and persistently strive to coexist harmoniously with their health conditions.
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