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ArticleBrazilian journal of otorhinolaryngology2026

Emotional meanings of clinical practice with head and neck cancer patients: a qualitative study with Brazilian professionals.

Adriana Consuelo Oliveira Bispo, Rodrigo Almeida Bastos, Ricardo Souza Evangelista Sant'Ana, Sarah Adriely da Silva, Milena Rossi Suedt, Jéssica Renata Ponce-de-Leon, Claudiane Graças Dos Santos, Luciane Miranda Guerra, Carmen Silvia Passos Lima, Egberto Ribeiro Turato

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Adriana Consuelo Oliveira BispoLaboratory of Clinical-Qualitative Research, School of Medical Sciences, University of Campinas, Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil.
Rodrigo Almeida BastosLaboratory of Clinical-Qualitative Research, School of Medical Sciences, University of Campinas, Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil.
Ricardo Souza Evangelista Sant'AnaLaboratory of Clinical-Qualitative Research, School of Medical Sciences, University of Campinas, Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil; School of Nursing of Ribeirão Preto, University of São Paulo, Ribeirão Preto, São Paulo, Brazil.
Sarah Adriely da SilvaLaboratory of Clinical-Qualitative Research, School of Medical Sciences, University of Campinas, Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil.
Milena Rossi SuedtLaboratory of Clinical-Qualitative Research, School of Medical Sciences, University of Campinas, Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil.
Jéssica Renata Ponce-de-LeonLaboratory of Clinical-Qualitative Research, School of Medical Sciences, University of Campinas, Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil.
Claudiane Graças Dos SantosLaboratory of Clinical-Qualitative Research, School of Medical Sciences, University of Campinas, Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil.
Luciane Miranda GuerraLaboratory of Clinical-Qualitative Research, School of Medical Sciences, University of Campinas, Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil; School of Odontology, University of Campinas, Piracicaba, São Paulo, Brazil.
Carmen Silvia Passos LimaClinical Oncology Service, Department of Anesthesiology, Oncology, and Radiology, School of Medical Sciences, University of Campinas, Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil. Electronic address: carmenl@fcm.unicamp.br.
Egberto Ribeiro TuratoLaboratory of Clinical-Qualitative Research, School of Medical Sciences, University of Campinas, Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil.

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Abstract

objectiveTo interpret emotional meanings attributed by healthcare professionals to the clinical management of patients with head and neck cancer, in a university-specialised outpatient service at a public general hospital.

methodA qualitative study was carried out using semi-directed interviews with open-ended questions in-depth. The sample was closed by the saturation strategy. Data treatment was conducted by Clinical-Qualitative Content Analysis technique under theoretical framework of psychodynamic concepts from Medical Psychology, and validation by peers from a research group.

resultsTen clinical professionals were interviewed: six nurses and four physicians. From the analysis of the interviews, three categories are constructed for this article: (1) An instituted stigmatization; (2) Wide-open reality; (3) Naturalization without trivialization. The aggressiveness of these tumours, the association with harmful lifestyle habits, and the great concern of family members call for clinical-psychological management to mitigate emotional distress, to handle possible guilt, and prevent any burnout, improving a better adherence to treatment and harmonious interpersonal relationships.

conclusionThe stigma is a symbolic entity that takes distress for the clinicians but also seems to highlight a higher level of awareness and reflection. This awareness can be a starting point for the development of healthier strategies for emotional coping, contributing to a more balanced work and personal harmonic relationship of care. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE: 5:

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Clinical practiceHead and neck cancerHealthcare personnelLived experiencesQualitative research

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PMID42874298
PMCPMC13683424

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