Questionnaire-based evaluation of satisfaction levels in patients receiving chemotherapy through implanted venous access ports

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Nilgün Yıldırım
Mahir Cengiz
Erhan Önalan
Sibel Özcan
Azmi Lale

Abstract

Objective: This study aimed to evaluate the effect of totally implanted venous access ports on the quality of life and patient satisfaction of cancer patients.


Materials and Methods: The study was comprised of patients who underwent implantation of a central venous port catheter (CVPC) for chemotherapy treatment at our hospital’s oncology department and continued with follow-up and treatment. The researchers conducted face-to-face interviews with the participants in which the latter responded to 15 questions concerning the effects of the port catheter on daily quality of life and satisfaction with the implantation procedure.


Results: A total of 260 patients participated in the study. Port-related complications were observed in 54 patients (20.7%), the most common being catheter occlusion. Participants expressed high levels of satisfaction and stated that the CVPC had a positive effect on their quality of life. Overall satisfaction and quality of life were significantly different for patients who experienced complications compared to those without, however, with the former reporting decreased satisfaction and increased stress and anxiety levels. Nevertheless, there was no significant difference between the patients who developed complications and those who did not concern their response to the statement: “Faced with a similar situation requiring a port catheter, I would make the same decision" (54.5% versus 52%, p = .188).


Conclusion: Most patients reported overall satisfaction with the CVPC system while noting a minor negative impact on daily life. Complications related to the implantation procedure have statistically been shown to be a predictor of satisfaction and quality of life.

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Yıldırım, N., Cengiz, M. ., Önalan, E., Özcan, S., & Lale, A. (2020). Questionnaire-based evaluation of satisfaction levels in patients receiving chemotherapy through implanted venous access ports. Medical Science and Discovery, 7(6), 509–514. https://doi.org/10.36472/msd.v7i6.385
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Received 2020-05-24
Accepted 2020-06-17
Published 2020-06-26

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