ArticleThe British journal of general practice : the journal of the Royal College of General Practitioners2019
Missed opportunities for diagnosing brain tumours in primary care: a qualitative study of patient experiences.
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Abstract
backgroundBrain tumours are uncommon, and have extremely poor outcomes. Patients and GPs may find it difficult to recognise early symptoms because they are often non-specific and more likely due to other conditions.
aimTo explore patients' experiences of symptom appraisal, help seeking, and routes to diagnosis. DESIGN AND
settingQualitative study set in the East and North West of England.
methodIn-depth interviews with adult patients recently diagnosed with a primary brain tumour and their family members were analysed thematically, using the Model of Pathways to Treatment as a conceptual framework.
resultsInterviews were carried out with 39 patients. Few participants (
conclusionMultiple subtle changes and frequent GP visits often precede brain tumour diagnosis, giving possible diagnostic opportunities for GPs. Refined community symptom awareness and GP guidance could enable more direct pathways to diagnosis, and potentially improve patient experiences and outcomes.
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