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Perspectives of Healthcare Professionals on the Challenges and Attitudes in Fertility Preservation Choices for Oncology Patients: A Qualitative Analysis

  • By

  • Qiao Deng

  • Wangmu Lazhen

  • Sushan Qian

  • Yanhui Zhou

  • Yujiao Li

  • Junrui Chen

  • Qifan Ren

  • Huichang Tan

  • June 25, 2026

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    In 2020, 1.19 million cancer diagnoses occurred in individuals aged 15–39, representing 6.5% of total global cases.

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    Fertility preservation is crucial for young cancer patients, with 76% citing it as a key factor in treatment decisions.

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    Only 34% of patients received fertility counseling before treatment, highlighting a significant knowledge-activity gap.

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    Cultural factors in China complicate fertility preservation decisions, with 63% of young female patients experiencing anxiety and depression.

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    Healthcare professionals play a vital role in fertility preservation decision-making, yet many lack sufficient knowledge and resources.

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Attitudes and dilemmas facing fertility preservation decision-making by oncology patients from the perspective of healthcare professionals: a qualitative study

  • by Qiao Deng, Wangmu Lazhen, Sushan Qian, Yanhui Zhou, Yujiao Li, Junrui Chen, Qifan Ren, Huichang Tan

  • June 25, 2026

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