期刊
HEAD AND NECK-JOURNAL FOR THE SCIENCES AND SPECIALTIES OF THE HEAD AND NECK
卷 38, 期 3, 页码 394-401出版社
WILEY
DOI: 10.1002/hed.23916
关键词
human papillomavirus (HPV); oropharyngeal cancer; health professionals; qualitative research; communication
资金
- Cancer Research UK [11900] Funding Source: researchfish
- Medical Research Council [1336148] Funding Source: researchfish
BackgroundThe role of human papillomavirus (HPV) in oropharyngeal squamous cell cancer (SCC) has now been well established. Clinicians' experiences and challenges of talking to patients about HPV have yet to be explored. MethodsFifteen health professionals caring for patients with oropharyngeal SCC were interviewed. Interviews were analyzed thematically. ResultsParticipants expressed mixed views about explaining the causal role of HPV to their patients. Normalizing HPV and emphasizing the positive prognosis associated with it were regarded as key messages to be communicated. Challenging experiences included managing couples in a consultation and patients' concerns about transmitting HPV to their partners. Some participants described limitations to their HPV knowledge and identified the need for further information and training. ConclusionThis study identified challenges experienced by health professionals working with patients with oropharyngeal SCC and highlights some key messages to convey to patients. Clinical guidance for health professionals and further information for patients about HPV-positive oropharyngeal SCC are needed. (c) 2015 The Authors Head & Neck Published by Wiley Periodicals, Inc. Head Neck 38: 394-401, 2016
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