Care ‐related predictors for negative intrusive thoughts after prostate cancer diagnosis – Data from the prospective LAPPRO trial.

ConclusionsOur findings showed an association of preoperative uncertainty of cure as well as low preparedness for well‐known surgery‐induced symptoms with higher occurrence of negative intrusive thoughts about prostate cancer. Future studies should examine if interventions designed to have healthcare professionals inform patients about their upcoming prostatectomy reduce patients´ negative intrusive thoughts and thereby, improve their psychological well‐being.

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Source: Psycho-Oncology - November 30, 2016 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Thordis Thorsteinsdottir, Heiddis Valdimarsdottir, Arna Hauksdottir, Johan Stranne, Ulrica Wilder äng, Eva Haglind, Gunnar Steineck Tags: PAPER Source Type: research