A qualitative investigation of the supportive care experiences of people living with pancreatic and oesophagogastric cancer

Author:

Khan Nadia N.,Maharaj Ashika,Evans Sue,Pilgrim Charles,Zalcberg John,Brown Wendy,Cashin Paul,Croagh Daniel,Michael Natasha,Shapiro Jeremy,White Kate,Ioannou Liane

Abstract

Abstract Background Pancreatic and oesophagogastric (OG) cancers have a dismal prognosis and high symptom burden, with supportive care forming an integral component of the care provided to patients. This study aimed to explore the supportive care experiences of patients and caregivers living with pancreatic and OG cancers in order to identify perceived opportunities for improvement. Methods Semi-structured individual interviews were conducted with people living with pancreatic and OG cancers, and their caregivers, across Victoria, Australia during 2020. Interviews were thematically analysed to identify common themes. Results Forty-one participants were interviewed, including 30 patients and 11 caregivers. Three overarching themes, each with multiple sub-themes, were identified: (i) inadequate support for symptoms and issues across the cancer journey (ii) caregiver’s desire for greater support, and (iii) a multidisciplinary care team is the hallmark of a positive supportive care experience. Generally, those who had access to a cancer care coordinator and/or a palliative care team recounted more positive supportive care experiences. Conclusion Unmet needs are prevalent across the pancreatic and OG cancer journey, with supportive care provided to varying levels of satisfaction. Greater awareness of and access to high-quality multidisciplinary support services is greatly desired by both patients with pancreatic and OG cancer and their caregivers.

Publisher

Springer Science and Business Media LLC

Subject

Health Policy

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