(O-41) PSYCHOEDUCATIONAL GROUP FOR MEN WITH PROSTATE CANCER

Abstract

Abstract The incidence of cancer in the world population in 2002 was estimated at 11 million new cases, in 2020 this estimate is approximately 20 million. Cancer is a global public health problem. Prostate cancer (CaP) is a multifocal disease, with wide clinical variation among patients. The PCa survivors present unique chronic side effects compared to other cancer survivors, with challenges in achieving physical and social well-being, and satisfaction with life in general. This work aims to evaluate the impact of psychotherapy, in an open group, on Health-Related Quality of Life (HRQoL) and Sexuality in patients with PCa who have undergone treatment. Data is been collected through an initial interview (Identification, Anamnesis, Health Anamnesis, Degree of Satisfaction with Life and Sexuality, Affective-Emotional Assessment and Treatment Data), SF-36 questionnaire and IIEF-5 short form, in patients who are diagnosed, have undergone treatment or are being monitored at the outpatient clinic, and reapplication in the last semester of the group's operation. At each session, 5 questions are answered regarding the perception of the previous session. The group will be available once a week for 2 years. The sessions last 90 minutes, led by the same psychologist. The research is been developed considering the ethical principles of secrecy, privacy, confidentiality and non-identification of interviewee data. The study will not pose any risks to the subjects and no invasive techniques will be used to deal with the body or psychological distress. Before starting the process, the Termo de Consentimento Livre e Esclarecido (TCLE) is delivered, as well as the provision of all details regarding the research. It is also explained that participation is voluntary and that the participant may leave the research at any time, without this causing any harm to their treatment and follow-up. Financing No conflict.