Cancer patients' experiences of the diagnosis and treatment of incidental pulmonary embolism (a qualitative study).

Naima E BenelhajAnn HutchinsonAnthony MaraveyasMiriam J Johnson

Published in: PloS one (2022)

The diagnosis of IPE was upsetting and unexpected. Expert and timely information was valued by those with IPE. Education called for about the increased risk of cancer-associated thrombosis and the signs and symptoms to be aware of.

Keyphrases

pulmonary embolism
inferior vena cava
healthcare
mental health
quality improvement
clinical practice
health information
sleep quality
depressive symptoms
physical activity
social media