Publications by authors named "Lisa R Hayes"
Article Synopsis
- Black breast cancer patients have a higher mortality rate than White patients despite advances in early detection and treatment, prompting a study to explore the underlying patient experience disparities.
- The research involved semi-structured interviews and medical record analysis to map the patient journey, identifying key challenges in the four stages of cancer care: diagnosis, surgery, chemotherapy/radiation, and follow-up.
- Both groups faced financial, treatment, and emotional support issues, but Black patients encountered additional hurdles like communication difficulties and delayed diagnoses, underscoring the need for improved provider relationships and support systems.
Objective: Many Black breast cancer patients experience chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN). Our study assessed Black breast cancer patients' questions about a biomarker test that can predict likelihood of CIPN.
Methods: Nineteen Black women who were previous/current breast cancer patients participated in focus groups.