Spirituality and associated factors among cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy.

Aim: Patients' spirituality, the relationship between spirituality and physical pain, and the association between spirituality and quality of life (QOL) among patients undergoing cancer chemotherapy were examined. Spirituality was defined as a sense of meaning in one's existence and life, peace of mind, and the strength and comfort drawn from faith.

Methods: A cross-sectional questionnaire survey was distributed to 176 adult cancer patients who received chemotherapy in May-September 2011 at an outpatient clinic in rural Japan.

Cost information of chemotherapy for cervical and endometrial cancer in Japan.

Aim: Treatment cost is one of the biggest concerns for cancer patients. Providing information to cancer patients about treatment cost and available financial support contributes to high-quality care. The aim of this study was to determine chemotherapy costs and other medical care expenditures for patients with cervical and endometrial cancer.