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09/01/26

The patient experience of pathways to lung cancer diagnosis in primary care: a mixed methods investigation of factors influencing timeliness of diagnosis.

Mander, Kimberley; Yap, Adeline; Galpin, Kirsty; Decaria, Annelise; Laidsaar-Powell, Rebekah; Brown, Bea. Patient Educ Couns.

Collection Topics
Big Three Conditions Communication Culture, Work System, and Implementation Equity, Access, and Timeliness
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Summary

Improving the expediency of lung cancer diagnosis requires assessment of a variety of factors. This regional Australian study explored why lung cancer diagnoses are delayed, combining medical record reviews with interviews from 29 patients and general practitioner record analysis. The results find that the diagnostic wait averaged 19 days but varied widely. Patient-clinician and system issues—like communication gaps, access constraints, and limited health literacy—had the biggest impact, suggesting these areas be targeted for improvement of diagnostic timeliness.
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Mander K, Yap A, Galpin K, et al. The patient experience of pathways to lung cancer diagnosis in primary care: a mixed methods investigation of factors influencing timeliness of diagnosis. Patient Educ Couns. 2026;150:109714.