ArticleEuropean journal of cancer care2022
Social ecological influences on treatment decision-making in men diagnosed with low risk, localised prostate cancer.
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- Thinking, Feeling, Choosing: How Affect Is Reflected in Prostate Cancer Treatment Decision Making-A Qualitative Study.Psycho-oncology · 2026Article
- Multilevel barriers and facilitators of shared decision-making in chronic illness management: a social ecological model approach.BMC health services research · 2026Article
- Whose voice counts? Family caregivers' roles in shared decision making for chronic illness in urban South Korea: A qualitative study.PloS one · 2026Article
- The interplay and influence of anxiety and depression among men with early-stage prostate cancer and their close allies.Supportive care in cancer : official journal of the Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer · 2025Article
- Key Determinants Influencing Treatment Decision-Making for and Adherence to Active Surveillance for Prostate Cancer: A Systematic Review.Journal of personalized medicine · 2025Review
- Treatment-Related Cognitive Impairment in Patients with Prostate Cancer: Patients' Real-World Insights for Optimizing Outcomes.Advances in therapy · 2024Review
- Patient perspectives on factors influencing active surveillance adherence for low-risk prostate cancer: A qualitative study.Cancer medicine · 2024Article
- Social ecological influences on treatment decision-making in men diagnosed with low risk, localised prostate cancer.European journal of cancer care · 2022Article
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Abstract
objectiveIndividuals diagnosed with low risk, localised prostate cancer (PCa) face a difficult decision between active surveillance (AS) and definitive treatment. We aimed to explore perceived influences on treatment decision-making from the patient and partner's perspectives.
methodsPatients (and partners) who met AS criteria and had chosen their treatment were recruited. Semi-structured individual interviews were conducted via telephone to explore experiences of diagnosis, impact on patient lifestyle, experiences with physicians, treatment preferences/choice, treatment information understanding and needs, and overall decision-making process. Interviews were audio recorded, transcribed verbatim, and analysed using Reflexive Thematic Analysis.
resultsTwenty-four male patients (18 chose AS) and 12 female partners participated. Five themes relating to social-ecological influences on treatment choice were identified: (1) partner support and direct influence on patient treatment choice, (2) patient and partner vicarious experiences may influence treatment decisions, (3) the influence of the patient's life circumstances, (4) disclosing to wider social networks: friends, family, and co-workers, and (5) the importance of a good relationship and experience with physicians. Additionally, two themes were identified relating to information patients and partners received about the treatment options during their decision-making process.
conclusionsA range of individual and social influences on treatment decision-making were reported. Physicians providing treatment recommendations should consider and discuss the patient and partner's existing beliefs and treatment preferences and encourage shared decision-making. Further research on treatment decision-making of partnered and non-partnered PCa patients is required. We recommend research considers social ecological factors across the personal, interpersonal, community, and policy levels.
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