Psychological Distress in Cancer Patients
Author Information
Author(s): Herschbach P, Book K, Brandl T, Keller M, Lindena G, Neuwöhner K, Marten-Mittag B
Primary Institution: Technical University of Munich
Hypothesis
The study investigates psychosocial stress in cancer patients using an expert rating scale.
Conclusion
Patients treated in palliative care settings showed the highest distress scores, while those recruited by routine contact had the lowest.
Supporting Evidence
- Patients treated in palliative care settings showed the highest distress scores.
- Patients recruited by routine contact had the lowest distress scores.
- Chemotherapy was found to be the most distressing treatment.
Takeaway
This study looked at how stressed cancer patients feel, finding that those in certain types of care feel more stressed than others.
Methodology
The study used an expert rating scale to assess psychological distress in cancer patients across various settings and treatments.
Potential Biases
Potential selection bias from different recruitment methods.
Limitations
The study may have selection bias due to different recruitment methods and the distribution of diagnoses may not be representative.
Participant Demographics
66% of participants were female, with a mean age of 59.5 years; 71% had a partner.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.001
Statistical Significance
p<0.001
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