Adherence to oral cancer therapy among breast cancer patients

Title: Health Research Project (PI081315): Adherence to oral cancer therapy among breast cancer patients.

Agency: FIS, Carlos III Health Institute.

Period: 2009-2011

Principal Investigator: Josep M. Borràs, Catalan Cancer Plan, Catalan Health Government.

Description:  The development of new oral cancer treatments is modifying the perspective of drug utilization among cancer patients. Adherence to therapy is one aspect that should be considered, taking into account the experience in other chronic diseases. The aim of this study is to assess the adherence to hormotherapy as well as the related socio-demographic and psychosocial factors in a multicentric cohort of patients diagnosed with breast cancer.