Assessing acceptability of home blood monitoring for cancer patients who are receiving systemic anti-cancer therapy from a patient, caregiver, and clinician perspective: a qualitative study (Preprint)
Abstract:BACKGROUND
Regular blood testing is an integral part of systemic anti-cancer therapy delivery. Blood tests are required before every administration of treatment to ensure a patient is well enough to receive it. Blood testing is burdensome for patients as they require either an extra visit within 48 hours of planned administration, or a significantly longer visit if done on the day of treatment. The additional time for appointments can have a significant impact upon the quality of life o… Show more
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