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Table 3:

Interview Findings and Interpretations

Themes Findings and Interpretations Summary
Current Challenges Symptom and side effect challenges Patients and caregivers often struggle with unmet information needs and uncertainties, especially early in the diagnosis and treatment process
Information challenges
Current Behaviors Tracking of health information Current technology use is limited in these activities is minimal, as participants perceived many barriers and limitations; caregivers play an important role in many situations
Communication of health information
Caregiver role in management and care
Technology use
Future Behaviors and Motivations Self-tracking to support patient care and understanding There is great potential for future technology design and development in this area, but barriers and needs of this population require careful consideration
Benefits of viewing previous patients data and experiences
Willingness and motivation