Barriers to communicating a cancer diagnosis to patients in a low- to middle-income context Journal Article


Authors: Henry, M.; Nichols, S.; Hwang, J. M.; Nichols, S. D.; Odiyo, P.; Watson, M.; Alias, A.; Parker, P. A.; Kissane, D.; Asuzu, C.; Lounsbury, D. W.
Article Title: Barriers to communicating a cancer diagnosis to patients in a low- to middle-income context
Abstract: Objective: The aim of this study was to understand the needs and experiences of oncology professionals involved in communicating a diagnosis to adult and pediatric cancer patients in the low-middle income (LMI) context of Kenya, with a focus on identifying barriers and facilitators.
Keywords: neoplasm; oncology; diagnosis; communication; disclosure; cancer; professionals; focus group; kenya; low-middle income; world cafe
Journal Title: Journal of Psychosocial Oncology Research & Practice
Volume: 3
Issue: 2
ISSN: 2637-5974
Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins  
Date Published: 2021-04-01
Start Page: e049
Language: English
ACCESSION: 2023-03762-003
DOI: 10.1097/OR9.0000000000000049
PROVIDER: Ovid Technologies
PROVIDER: psycinfo
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