Urech, Corinne, Ehrbar, Verena, Boivin, Jacky ![]() |
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Abstract
Recent advances in cancer therapy have resulted in an increased number of long-term cancer survivors. However, because of their treatment, women might be confronted with impaired fertility. The options of fertility preservation (FP) techniques are increasing. The goal of this study was to assess knowledge about, and attitudes towards, fertility preservation in young female cancer patients. A cross-sectional online survey was conducted including 155 former female cancer patients from English and German speaking countries. The survey consists of questions about attitude towards, and knowledge about, fertility preservation. Results show that knowledge about fertility preservation was limited among participants. Positive attitudes towards fertility preservation significantly outweighed negative attitudes. Knowledge and attitude did not differ according to language or different healthcare systems. Confidence of knowledge was significantly higher in women who underwent any FP procedure compared to those who did not. Greater emphasis should be placed on counselling opportunities, the provision of adequate information and supporting material. A better understanding of these issues will hopefully enhance patients’ decision-making about FP options and assist the development of strategies to improve quality of care.
Item Type: | Article |
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Date Type: | Publication |
Status: | Published |
Schools: | Psychology |
Publisher: | Informa Healthcare |
ISSN: | 1464-7273 |
Date of First Compliant Deposit: | 8 November 2017 |
Date of Acceptance: | 9 September 2017 |
Last Modified: | 07 Nov 2023 05:43 |
URI: | https://orca.cardiff.ac.uk/id/eprint/105929 |
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