ArticleInternational journal of qualitative studies on health and well-being2025
Lived experiences of life with newly diagnosed advanced cancer - a qualitative interview study.
Article in International journal of qualitative studies on health and well-being, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 3 papers.
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- A new cross-disciplinary model for early integration of palliative care for patients with incurable cancer - an intervention development study.BMC palliative care · 2026Article
- "The Idea of Being Without It is Frightening". Uncertainty and Psychological Dependency for Patients Using Immuno-, Biological, or Precision Therapies: A Qualitative Study.Psycho-oncology · 2025Article
- Perspectives of Patients on Communication and Involvement in Decision-Making during Palliative Care: A Qualitative Study in Rwanda.Rwanda journal of medicine and health sciences · 2025Article
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Abstract
backgroundIncurable cancer significantly affects an individual's life, requiering comprehensive palliative care (PC). With early PC now recommended but poorly integrated, it is essential to address patients' experiences and concerns to ensure successful early PC integration.
aimThis study aims to investigate the experiences of life in the initial period following a diagnosis of incurable cancer to inform early PC integration. METHODOLOGY: The study employed a phenomenological hermeneutical framework, drawing inspiration from interpretive descriptive methodology. Thirteen participants diagnosed with incurable cancer were purposively recruited. Data were generated through semi-structured, in-depth interviews exploring patients' experiences of lived life, their needs and wishes. Data analysis followed an iterative process of constant comparison and thematic development.
resultsOne main theme was identified throughout the analysis: Standing still in the storm. Three sub-themes were identified reflecting varying manifestations innhow doing so, and navigating their challenging circumstances. peace: 1) The urge to take action, 2) Clarity and awakening in the face of reality, and 3) Changed self-perception. As their understanding of their illness deepened, the patients experienced a shift towards reconciliation.
conclusionThe experiences of patients living with incurable cancer reveal a complex interplay of psychological, emotional, and existential responses. It is essential that healthcare professionals address existential concerns within clinical care. By acknowledging and supporting patients' existential struggles, discussions about sensitive topics becomes more natural and better recieved by the patients. .
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