Table 5 Motivations for study participation reported by participants of the BEST-study
Participant’s motivations (n = 52) | |
|---|---|
I want to contribute to scientific progress, that future patients benefit thereof | 65.4% |
I hope to reduce fatigue and improve quality of life | 65.4% |
I hope for positive effects on cancer prognosis | 59.6% |
I want to cope with cancer | 59.6% |
I hope for better fitness and health | 57.7% |
Social contact to other persons concerned | 38.5% |
Recommendation of the physician | 28.8% |
Other reasons | 7.7% |