Post-TRaUmatic STress Disorder Induced by Gynecological Brachytherapy

Summary

This is a multicenter, prospective study aimed at providing information on the psychological effects (including post-traumatic stress symptoms) of utero-vaginal brachytherapy in patients with cervical cancer using self-administered questionnaires. The study also aims to assess the persistence of these symptoms over time, up to 5 years after brachytherapy. The results could help identify patients at risk of post-traumatic stress in this context and develop appropriate psychological interventions to improve their psychological well-being during and after treatment.

Key Facts

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Eligibility

Inclusion Criteria:

* Confirmed diagnosis of cervical cancer with an indication for High-dose rate (HDR) or pulse-dose rate (PDR) uterovaginal brachytherapy;
* Squamous cell carcinoma or other histological types;
* WHO ≤ 2;
* Ability to complete validated questionnaires in French;
* Informed consent to participate in the study;
* Patients over 18 years old

Exclusion Criteria:

* Inability to understand or respond to questionnaires due to a cognitive disorder, intellectual disability, language barrier, or psychiatric disorder that impairs judgment;
* Patient under juridic protection;
* Pregnant or breastfeeding woman

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