The experience of extended bowel resection in individuals with a high metachronous colorectal cancer risk: A qualitative study

Abstract

Purpose/Objectives: To ascertain individual experiences of extended bowel resection as treatment for colorectal cancer (CRC) in those with a high metachronous CRC risk, including the self-reported adequacy of information received at different time points of treatment and recovery. Research Approach: Qualitative. Setting: Participants were recruited through the Australasian Colorectal Cancer Family Registry and two hospitals in Melbourne, Australia. Participants: 18 individuals with a high metachronous CRC risk who had an extended bowel resection from 6-12 months ago. Methodologic Approach: Semistructured interviews. Data were analyzed thematically. Findings: In most cases, the treating surge..