Exploring the factors influencing adherence to oral anticancer drugs in patients with digestive cancer: a qualitative study.

Purpose: The aim of this study was to explore the beliefs, perceptions and representations of patients in order to identify the determinants of oral anticancer drugs adherence and to take action in current practice to improve patient support in digestive oncology.

Methods: We constructed a semi-directed interview guide which aimed to explore the patient's relationship with medication, their health history, their experiences at the time of the announcement of treatment, their confidence, their fears, their motivations to adhere to their treatment and the constraints linked to their treatment. The data were analysed and discussed using a thematic approach.