Qualitative exploration of patient and caregiver experiences of bowel cancer care in Wales: from diagnosis to aftercare
This study highlighted a perceived 'postcode lottery' in bowel cancer care across Wales, with marked disparities between rural and urban areas. Findings advocate for targeted improvements to make care and support services more equitable and accessible across Wales.
Authors
- Jared Torkington (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3218-0574)
- Rhys Morris (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5433-9788)
- Nia Jones (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0793-0967)
- Kathleen Withers (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9514-2025)
- James E. Baker (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9134-5538)
- Michael Beddard (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3152-124X)
Institutions
- Cardiff and Vale University Health Board (GB)
- Cancer Research UK (GB)
Publication Details
- Journal
- BMJ Open
- Published
- 2025-03-01
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1136/bmjopen-2024-088074
- Primary Topic
- Colorectal Cancer Screening and Detection
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00