Indian Journal of Medical Research
Unravelling the web of neglect in elderly cancer care in South India: A grounded theory approach
Background and objectives Elder neglect, characterised by unmet care needs, social isolation, and emotional distress, has been consistently reported in epidemiological studies, yet it continues to be insufficiently acknowledged as a major public health concern in India. Existing frameworks inadequately explain how factors interact to produce neglect and abandonment. This study aimed to explore the circumstances leading to neglect among elderly cancer patients in Puducherry and Tamil Nadu. Methods A qualitative grou …