The Meaning of Incontinence and Impotence for Low Income African American and Latino Men with Prostate Cancer
Abstract
Two common side effects of prostate cancer treatments are incontinence and impotence, both of which can affect the quality of a man's life. Hence, it is important to discuss these possible side effects when men are making treatment decisions and to help them cope with the symptoms if they occur. This study will describe the meaning of treatment-related incontinence and impotence for low-income African American and Latino men. Participants will be interviewed in-person and by telephone. To date, 84 men have agreed to be contacted about participating in the study and 55 men have agreed to participate. Seven men have refused to participate in the study because they were not affected by incontinence or impotence following their prostate cancer treatment. Three interviewers have been hired. All interviewers have received training on the study and interviewing techniques as well as completing lRB and HlPAA training. 53 interviews have been completed. The majority of the interviews are taking place in the participants' homes rather than at UCLA. This gives men a sense of security when discussing these topics. Interview locations are left to the discretion of the participants. No data analysis has occurred. No changes have occurred in the approved protocol.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Dec 01, 2004
- Accession Number
- ADA431318
Entities
People
- Sally L. Maliski
Organizations
- University of California, Los Angeles