Eardley A
Eur J Surg Oncol. 1985 Dec;11(4):353-5.
Although there is a substantial body of research into the impact of cancer therapies such as surgery and chemotherapy, little is known about the experiences of cancer patients receiving radiotherapy. Serial interviews with 39 patients undergoing radical radiotherapy to the oral cavity revealed that misunderstandings and groundless fears about this form of treatment were widespread. A majority were unprepared for the severity and duration of their side-effects. These results suggest that written information for patients about radiotherapy and its side-effects should be made available routinely. There is also scope for nutritional support. Finally, as a supplement to out-patient attendance, informal contact with the hospital in the immediate post-treatment phase would provide invaluable reassurance to patients.
尽管针对手术和化疗等癌症治疗的影响已有大量研究，但对于接受放射治疗的癌症患者的经历却知之甚少。对39名接受口腔根治性放疗的患者进行的系列访谈显示，对这种治疗形式的误解和无端恐惧很普遍。大多数人对其副作用的严重程度和持续时间毫无准备。这些结果表明，应常规为患者提供有关放疗及其副作用的书面信息。营养支持也有空间。最后，作为门诊就诊的补充，在治疗后立即与医院进行非正式接触将为患者提供非常宝贵的安慰。
