Journal article
The Impact of Thyroid Cancer and Post-Surgical Radioactive Iodine Treatment on the Lives of Thyroid Cancer Survivors: A Qualitative Study
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Adjuvant treatment with radioactive iodine (RAI) is often considered in the treatment of well-differentiated thyroid carcinoma (WDTC). We explored the recollections of thyroid cancer survivors on the diagnosis of WDTC, adjuvant radioactive iodine (RAI) treatment, and decision-making related to RAI treatment. Participants provided recommendations for healthcare providers on counseling future patients on adjuvant RAI treatment.
Authors
Sawka AM; Goldstein DP; Brierley JD; Tsang RW; Rotstein L; Ezzat S; Straus S; George SR; Abbey S; Rodin G
Journal
PLOS ONE, Vol. 4, No. 1,
Publisher
Public Library of Science (PLoS)
Publication Date
2009
DOI
10.1371/journal.pone.0004191
ISSN
1932-6203