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June 20, 2026Health and Quality of Life OutcomesOpen Access

Exploring perceptions of digital patient reported outcome measures: a multi-site qualitative case study in four European oncology outpatient clinics

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KCKathrin CresswellAJAn JacobsASAnne-Lore Scherrens

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Overview

Qualitative case study investigates perceptions of digital PROMs among patients and healthcare professionals, suggesting improvements for patient care.

Key Points

  • The study aimed to explore perceptions of digital PROMs and existing gaps in patient-centred care in oncology clinics.
  • Conducted a qualitative multi-site case study in four European outpatient clinics
  • Collected data through 99 semi-structured interviews with healthcare professionals, patients, and caregivers
  • Analyzed data using TPOM factors framework to identify existing processes and attitudes.
  • Limited systematic recording of psychosocial patient needs was observed across sites.
  • Participants expressed concerns about increased workloads impacting clinician-patient relationships due to new digital systems.
  • Organizational support was deemed essential for the successful adoption of digital PROMs.

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Cresswell et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a3631fbdb0793dc1a538a20https://doi.org/10.1186/s12955-026-02574-0
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