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. 2023 Feb 1;15(2):e34491. doi: 10.7759/cureus.34491

Table 1. Challenges faced by patients in seeking consultation and treatment.

  Frequency % (n = 150)
Restriction on visitors/attendants 89 (59.3%)
Long waiting time (>60-90 min) 76 (50.7%)
Not able to obtain slot for teleconsultation 112 (74.7%)
Trouble in getting OPD facilities due to limited OPD patient intake 80 (53.3%)
Not able to avail chemotherapy in daycare 38 (25.3%)
Not able to avail radiotherapy in daycare 9 (6%)
Deferment of surgery 22 (14.7%)
Visit private hospital for cancer treatment due to time constrain 21 (14%)