An exploratory qualitative study on financial toxicity in cancer patients of Pakistan: implications, patient coping strategies and future direction
This study is the first to explore FT in Pakistan's healthcare system. It reveals gaps in support mechanisms and highlights the need for comprehensive policy interventions. Addressing these challenges holistically can improve patient outcomes and quality of life.
Authors
- Beenish Ihsan
- Shahid Muhammad Iqbal (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5746-0866)
- Muhammad Amir (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6515-245X)
- Muhammad Nauman Jamil
- Jawad Akbar Khan (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6955-3282)
- Wajiha Ahmad
- Qurratul Ain Jamil
- Amna Shahbaz
Institutions
- Islamia University of Bahawalpur (PK)
- Riphah International University (PK)
- University of Health Sciences Lahore (PK)
Publication Details
- Journal
- BMJ Open
- Published
- 2025-12-01
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1136/bmjopen-2025-104642
- Primary Topic
- Economic and Financial Impacts of Cancer
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00