ArticleAnnals of surgical oncology2025
Undergoing Cytoreductive Surgery for Colorectal Peritoneal Metastases: A Qualitative Exploration of the Lived Experiences of Patients and Carers.
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- Postoperative depression and anxiety in patients undergoing intestinal tumor surgery: Incidence, predictors, and impact on quality of life.World journal of gastroenterology · 2025Observational
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backgroundThis study explored the lived experience of patients with colorectal peritoneal metastases undergoing cytoreductive surgery and their carers, including the decision to undergo radical surgery, recovery, and long-term survivorship.
methodsThis qualitative study was conducted in a tertiary cytoreductive surgery center. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with an experienced researcher to explore participants' experiences, challenges, and reflections during different treatment stages. In-depth thematic analysis was performed on interview transcripts using a phenomenological approach to identify key major and minor themes.
resultsThirteen interviews were conducted, with 5 major themes and 11 minor themes identified. Understanding diagnosis and treatment implications-survival was a key driver in decision making, although many did not feel they had a choice or understood the magnitude of the intervention. Adjustment to uncertainly-uncertainties regarding surgical intervention, its impacts and long-term recurrence, led to significant burden. Unmet supportive care needs-psychology services and patient-led support groups have key roles in addressing long-term support needs. A positive impact from multidisciplinary care teams-allied health involvement pre- and postoperatively was associated with a positive experience. Unexpected long-term physical effects-unexpected physical effects impacted quality of life during long-term survivorship.
conclusionsPatients and carers undergoing cytoreductive surgery for colorectal peritoneal metastases endure a difficult journey and decision-making process; an understanding of their lived experience can improve the informed consent process and target supportive care endeavors to areas of need.
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