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ALVES, Railda Fernandes et al. The quality of life in patients with cancer in the care in support homes. Aletheia [online]. 2012, n.38-39, pp.39-54. ISSN 1413-0394.

This study aimed to investigate the quality of life in people with cancer who are seeking assistance in support homes. The sample was composed mostly of women (82.5%) but also of men (17.5%) (N=57). The methodology was quantitative and qualitative. For the study we used a sociodemographic questionnaire, the scale of overall quality of life EORTC QLC-30 and an in-depth interview. The highest occurrences of the disease were for 50% of breast cancers, and uterine cervix: 12.5%. Quality of life was evaluated as positive. The support was reported as fundamental to cross the critical phase of the disease and rehabilitation, encouraging the development of the life quality. The cancer was initially associated to death and the diagnosis was received with much sadness and emotional shock both to the patient and their family. The treatment, particularly chemotherapy, brings much physical and mental suffering.

Palabras clave : Quality of life; Oncology; Support homes.

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