Medical consultations about fertility preservation with haematological patients of childbearing age: A qualitative study

摘要: Abstract Purpose Oncological treatments can cause serious long-term consequences, including effects on patients' fertility. Communication about possible fertility impairment is essential for cancer patients who want to have children. When oncologists initiate this discussion in a timely manner, be referred specialists and avail themselves of preservation methods. The oncologist plays key role context. Methods 30 childbearing age (21–43 years) took part semi-structured interviews between March 2011 April 2012 their desire Interview transcripts were thematically analyzed. Results Physician–patient consultations broached the issue as central theme almost all patients. A few patient initiated, majority place before beginning treatment. Almost half satisfied with specialist. ideal setting these conversations presence patient's partner, private space, Conclusions All should informed possibility being impaired due treatments, even if they not explicitly expressed wanting first most important contact and, hence, bring up family planning An interdisciplinary communication collaboration improve care.