Despite a plethora of literature on barriers to addressing future fertility in childhood cancer survivors, the data are not representative of limited middle-income settings. Unique and context-specific factors may influence addressing future fertility care among childhood cancer survivors in Uganda. This study aimed to explore the experiences, attitudes, and perceptions of parents on their interactions with health providers about future fertility, as part of their child's cancer survivorship.
Methods:
Using grounded theory, semistructured interviews were conducted with parents of children diagnosed with cancer, <18 years of age, and not in the induction or consolidation phases of treatment. Transcripts were thematically analyzed.
Results:
A total of 20 participants were interviewed, with the majority identifying as female (n = 18). The global theme that arose was the importance of shared decision-making, and the key themes encompassing this were as follows: (1) importance of accurate information, (2) respect of autonomy, and (3) engagement and psychosocial support.
Conclusion:
In Uganda, parents of children with cancer value a multifaceted approach to satisfactory decision-making within the context of oncofertility.
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