Making an informed decision of Korean cancer patients: the discrepancy between a patient ’s recall of information and the information needed for acquisition of radiotherapy informed consent

ConclusionMany Korean cancer patients misunderstand the aims of treatment and half of participants do not want further information. Physicians should address whether specific interventions can solve these barriers so that Korean cancer patients can make truly autonomous treatment decisions.
Source: Supportive Care in Cancer - Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research