Evaluation of Quality of Life and Utilities Following Surgical Treatment of Stage I-IV Rectal Cancer

Overview

This study evaluates quality of life and utilities following surgical treatment of stage I-IV rectal cancer. This study may help researches learn more about quality of life in patients who have or have had rectal cancer.

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE: I. To assess post-treatment related health state utilities among patients with rectal cancer after treatment at 2 years. SECONDARY OBJECTIVES: I. To longitudinally compare the effects of treatment on quality of life and utilities among patients treated with or without (neo)adjuvant radiation therapy. II. To characterize the impact of treatment on quality of life and utilities among patients with rectal cancer. III. To assess changes in quality of life and utilities among patients treated for rectal cancer over time. IV. To identify gaps in preoperative counseling for pelvic exenteration by eliciting in-depth insights into patient values, expectations, and lived experiences through qualitative interviews with patients who have undergone surgery for locally advanced or recurrent rectal cancer. V. To identify themes, communication strategies, and informational content used during preoperative counseling for pelvic exenteration through qualitative interviews with providers. OUTLINE: Patients complete quality of life questionnaires over 20-30 minutes at baseline, 6 and 12 months after surgery, and 2, 3, 4, and 5 years after surgery.

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