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Factors influencing the quality of life of men with malignant neoplasms: an integrating review
Fatores que influenciam na qualidade de vida de homens com neoplasias malignas: uma revisão integrativa
Factores que influencian en la calidad de vida de hombres con neoplasias malignas: una revisión integrativa
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Abstract Objective: To review factors that influence the quality of life of men with malignant neoplasms. Methods: This is an integrative literature review performed in SCOPUS, CINAHL, LILACS and PUBMED databases. Results: After applying the inclusion and exclusion criteria, a sample of eight articles was ob... view more
Objective: To review factors that influence the quality of life of men with malignant neoplasms. Methods: This is an integrative literature review performed in SCOPUS, CINAHL, LILACS and PUBMED databases. Results: After applying the inclusion and exclusion criteria, a sample of eight articles was obtained as a result. Then, three categories emerged: Physical activity as an improvement to the quality of life of men with malignant neoplasms; Sexual functioning and marital status of the male population as factors for life quality; Self-esteem and well-being: determining factors for the quality of life of men with cancer. Conclusion: It was observed that studies focused on the male population with malignant neoplasms are insufficient and need attention to this understudied group.... view less
Keywords
well-being; self-esteem; influenceability; cancer; sexuality; family; man; social factors; health; illness; quality of life
Classification
Medical Sociology
Document language
English
Publication Year
2017
Page/Pages
p. 875-881
Journal
Revista de Pesquisa: Cuidado é Fundamental Online, 9 (2017) 3
DOI
https://doi.org/10.9789/2175-5361.2017.v9i3.875-881
ISSN
2175-5361
Status
Published Version; peer reviewed