Abstrakt
An important need of each individual is his spirituality. It is a multidimensional and complex area that contributes to the management of serious diseases, such as cancer.
In cases of women's breast cancer, it also helps maintain hope and manage the symptoms of the disease, find a way to oneself, but also cope with demanding treatment. In our research, two standardized questionnaires, FACT-B and FACIT-SP, has shown that spirituality also reflects the quality of life of these patients, in all its dimensions.
At the same time, it was identified that patients diagnosed with breast cancer in Slovakia show a high level of spirituality. Based on the results, it can be argued that by supporting their spiritual needs, their quality of life can also be increased.