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Singh-Carlson S, Nguyen SKA, Wong F. Perceptions of survivorship care among South Asian female breast cancer survivors. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2013; 20:e80-9. [PMID: 23559889 DOI: 10.3747/co.20.1205] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES To explore the perceptions of South Asian (sa) breast cancer survivors concerning their follow-up care, and to determine the optimal content and format of a survivorship care plan (scp) for this population, according to various life stages. METHODS A survey was mailed to 259 sa women with a diagnosis of nonmetastatic breast cancer who were 18-85 years of age, 3-60 months post-discharge, and not on active treatment. Descriptive statistics and content analysis were applied to the responses. The data were cross-tabulated by age: group A (<44 years), group B (45-54 years), group C (55-64 years), and group D (>64 years). RESULTS We received 64 completed surveys. The compliance rate for adjuvant hormonal therapy was high (86.3%). Most of the respondents (n = 61, 95.4%) had visited their family doctor within several months (0.5-24 months) after discharge. Their main physical effects concern was fatigue, and anxiety concerning health was the main psychosocial impact. Groups A and B were more concerned about physical appearance, depression, and the impact of cancer on family members. Women in the older groups were concerned about family obligations and work issues. Several women (n = 9, 14.1%) described strain on their marriage and on their relationships with family and friends as significant issues. Slightly more than one third (n = 24, 37.5%) experienced a deepening of faith, and almost as many (n = 23, 35.9%) felt that their illness was something that was meant to happen. CONCLUSIONS Many of the impacts of breast cancer treatment are shared by women of all ethnic backgrounds. Others-such as high levels of compliance, little reported strain on spousal and family relationships, and the importance of faith-reflect specific cultural variations. These universal and culture-specific themes should all be kept in mind when developing a scp tailored to sa women. The developmental life stage of a woman affects how she views the cancer diagnosis, especially with respect to family, reproduction, and work issues.
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- School of Nursing, California State University-Long Beach, Long Beach, CA, U.S.A
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Atherton PJ, Smith T, Singh JA, Huntington J, Diekmann BB, Huschka M, Sloan JA. The relation between cancer patient treatment decision-making roles and quality of life. Cancer 2013; 119:2342-9. [PMID: 23558408 DOI: 10.1002/cncr.28046] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/07/2013] [Revised: 02/11/2013] [Accepted: 02/15/2013] [Indexed: 01/02/2023]
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BACKGROUND The objective of this study was to explore relations between patient role preferences during the cancer treatment decision-making process and quality of life (QOL). METHODS One-year cancer survivors completed a survey in 2000 as part of a larger survey conducted by the American Cancer Society. The current report was based on survey respondents from Minnesota (response rate, 37.4%). Standardized measures included the Profile of Mood States (scores were converted to have a range, from 0 to 100, with 100 indicating the best mood), the Medical Outcomes Survey 36-item short-form health survey (SF-36) (standardized scores), and the Control Preferences Scale. Patients' actual and preferred role preference distributions and concordance between roles were compared with QOL scores using 2-sample t test methodology. RESULTS The actual role of survivors (n = 594) in cancer care was 33% active, 50% collaborative, and 17% passive. Their preferred role was 35% active, 53% collaborative, and 13% passive. Overall, 88% of survivors had concordant preferred and actual roles. Survivors who had concordant roles had higher SF-36 Physical Component Scale (PCS) scores (P < .01), higher vitality (P = .01), less fatigue (P < .01), less confusion (P = .01), less anger (P = .046), and better overall mood (P = .01). These results were similar among both women and younger individuals (aged <60 years). Survivors who had active actual roles had higher PCS scores (P < .01), less tension (P = .04), and higher vitality (P = .04) than survivors who were either collaborative or passive. No differences existed in QOL scores according to preferred role. CONCLUSIONS Survivors who experienced discordance between their actual role and their preferred role reported substantial QOL deficits in both physical and emotional domains. These results indicate the need to support patient preferences.
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- Pamela J Atherton
- Department of Health Sciences Research, Division of Biomedical Statistics and Informatics, Section of Cancer Center Statistics, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota 55905, USA.
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Björneklett HG, Rosenblad A, Lindemalm C, Ojutkangas ML, Letocha H, Strang P, Bergkvist L. Long-term follow-up of a randomized study of support group intervention in women with primary breast cancer. J Psychosom Res 2013; 74:346-53. [PMID: 23497838 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpsychores.2012.11.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/26/2012] [Revised: 11/05/2012] [Accepted: 11/06/2012] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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BACKGROUND Despite a fairly good prognosis, many breast-cancer patients suffer from symptoms such as anxiety, depression and fatigue, which may affect health-related quality of life and may persist for several years. The aim of the present study was to perform a long-term follow-up of a randomized study of support group intervention in women after primary breast cancer treatment. MATERIALS AND METHODS Three hundred and eighty two women with primary breast cancer were randomized to support group intervention or control group, 181 in each group. Women in the intervention group participated in 1 week of intervention followed by 4 days of follow-up 2 months later. This is a long-term follow-up undertaken, in average, 6.5 years after randomization. Patients answered the questionnaires the European Organisation for Research and Treatment of Cancer, quality of life questionnaire (EORTC QLQ-C30) and the breast cancer module questionnaire (BR 23), the hospital anxiety and depression scale (HAD) and the Norwegian version of the fatigue scale (FQ). RESULTS After adjusting for treatment with chemotherapy, age, marriage, education and children at home, there was a significant improvement in physical, mental and total fatigue (FQ), cognitive function, body image and future perspective (EORTC QLQ C30 and BR23) in the intervention group compared with controls. The proportion of women affected by high anxiety and depression scores were not significantly different between the groups. CONCLUSION Support intervention significantly improved cognitive function, body image, future perspective and fatigue, compared with to the findings in the control group.
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Yun YH, Shon EJ, Yang AJ, Kim SH, Kim YA, Chang YJ, Lee J, Kim MS, Lee HS, Zo JI, Kim J, Choi YS, Shim YM. Needs regarding care and factors associated with unmet needs in disease-free survivors of surgically treated lung cancer. Ann Oncol 2013; 24:1552-9. [PMID: 23471105 DOI: 10.1093/annonc/mdt032] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/22/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND To evaluate the long-term needs of lung cancer survivors and to explore factors associated with unmet need. PATIENTS AND METHODS We recruited lung patients treated with curative surgery from 2001 through 2006 at two centers in Korea. Needs in the domains of information, supportive care, education and counseling, and socioeconomic support were measured. We selected the four most frequently reported items of unmet need among 19 items in four domains. RESULTS The most frequently reported unmet needs were Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) and folk remedies (59.8%) in the Information domain, Counseling and treatment of depression and anxiety (63.5%) in the Supportive care domain, diet, exercise and weight control (55.1%) in the Education and counseling domain and Financial support (90.4%) in the socioeconomic support domain. Unmet needs for psychological treatment was significantly greater in participants who were employed (adjusted odds ratio [aOR], 2.25; 95% confidential interval [CI], 1.12 to 4.53). Unmet needs for diet, exercise and weight control were significantly greater in participants who had not received chemotherapy (aOR, 1.76; 95% CI, 1.09 to 2.85). Unmet need for financial support was greater in participants who were married (aOR, 4.14, 95%CI, 1.12 to 15.22) and those who had not received chemotherapy (aOR, 5.91, 95%CI, 1.91 to 18.31). CONCLUSION There were substantial unmet needs for information regarding psychological support, education for diet and exercise, and financial support among lung cancer survivors.
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- Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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Dauchy S, Ellien F, Lesieur A, Bezy O, Boinon D, Chabrier M, Charles C, Dolbeault S, Joly F, Heuguerot A, Lemaitre L, Machavoine JL, Marx E, Marx G, Piollet-Calmette I, Pucheu S, Reich M, Seigneur E. Quelle prise en charge psychologique dans l’après-cancer ? PSYCHO-ONCOLOGIE 2013. [DOI: 10.1007/s11839-013-0409-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/10/2023]
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Hall A, Campbell HS, Sanson-Fisher R, Lynagh M, D'Este C, Burkhalter R, Carey M. Unmet needs of Australian and Canadian haematological cancer survivors: a cross-sectional international comparative study. Psychooncology 2013; 22:2032-8. [PMID: 23436539 DOI: 10.1002/pon.3247] [Citation(s) in RCA: 47] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/11/2012] [Revised: 12/18/2012] [Accepted: 12/21/2012] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Few population-based studies have assessed the needs of haematological cancer survivors or conducted international comparisons. We aimed to assess and compare the unmet needs of Australian and Canadian haematological cancer survivors. METHODS Two cross-sectional datasets were analysed. Survivors were recruited from population-based cancer registries and sent a self-report survey containing the Survivors Unmet Needs Survey. Australians were aged 18-80 years at the time of study and diagnosed in the last 3 years. Canadians were diagnosed 1-5 years prior and aged 19 years and over at diagnosis. RESULTS A total of 268 Australian and 169 Canadian survivors returned a completed survey. 'Dealing with feeling tired' was identified as the highest concern by survivors. Country (LRχ(2)=4.0(1), p=0.045) was associated with survivors reporting a 'high/very high' unmet need with 'worry about earning money,' with Australians reporting marginally nonsignificantly higher odds than Canadians (OR 2.1; 95% CI; 0.99, 4.3). Country was not significantly associated with any other outcome. Having a personal expense in the last month as a result of having cancer, younger age at diagnosis, female sex, vocational or other level education, and consulting a health care professional for cancer treatment or concerns about cancer in the last month were associated with multiple areas of need. CONCLUSIONS Australian and Canadian haematological cancer survivors were found to experience similar levels of unmet needs. Overall, haematological cancer survivors may require additional assistance in dealing with feeling tired.
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- Alix Hall
- Priority Research Centre for Health Behaviour, Faculty of Health, The University of Newcastle & Hunter Medical Research Institute, Callaghan, NSW, Australia.
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Thewes B, Bell ML, Butow P. Fear of cancer recurrence in young early-stage breast cancer survivors: the role of metacognitive style and disease-related factors. Psychooncology 2013; 22:2059-63. [PMID: 23408595 DOI: 10.1002/pon.3252] [Citation(s) in RCA: 45] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/16/2012] [Revised: 01/07/2013] [Accepted: 01/08/2013] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Fear of cancer recurrence (FCR) is a common challenge of cancer survivorship, particularly in younger survivors. Maladaptive metacognitions have been shown to be important to the development of a range of emotional disorders but have not previously been explored in the context of FCR. AIMS This study aimed to explore the relationship between FCR and a maladaptive metacognitions. METHODS This cross-sectional study included young women diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer at least 1 year prior to study entry. Participants completed a web-based questionnaire, which included the Fear of Cancer Recurrence Inventory (FCRI) and the brief Metacognitions Questionnaire-30 (MCQ-30). Linear regression was used to calculate unadjusted and adjusted slope estimates of the association of FCR with six metacognition variables, the total score of the MCQ-30 and the five subscales. RESULTS Two-hundred and eighteen women with a mean age of 39 years at diagnosis participated. All measures of metacognitive style were moderately correlated with FCRI scores (r=0.31-0.49) and significantly associated with FCRI in both unadjusted and adjusted models. Overall metacognitive style explained 36% of the variance in FCR scores in combination with disease and demographic factors. Negative metacognitions (R(2) =0.32) and need for control over cognition (R(2)=0.26) were the MCQ-30 subscales most associated with higher FCR. CONCLUSIONS Unhelpful metacognitions appear to play an important role in FCR in young women with early-stage breast cancer. Treatments that focus on changing unhelpful metacognitions may prove a useful approach for treating clinical FCR in cancer survivors in the future.
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- Centre for Medical Psychology and Evidence-Based Decision Making, School of Psychology, University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia.
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Schmid-Büchi S, Halfens RJ, Müller M, Dassen T, van den Borne B. Factors associated with supportive care needs of patients under treatment for breast cancer. Eur J Oncol Nurs 2013; 17:22-9. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ejon.2012.02.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 55] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/17/2011] [Revised: 02/16/2012] [Accepted: 02/20/2012] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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Khan F, Amatya B, Ng L, Drummond K, Olver J. Multidisciplinary rehabilitation after primary brain tumour treatment. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2013:CD009509. [PMID: 23440839 DOI: 10.1002/14651858.cd009509.pub2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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BACKGROUND Brain tumours can cause significant disability, which may be amenable to multidisciplinary rehabilitation. However, the evidence base for this is unclear. OBJECTIVES To assess the effectiveness of multidisciplinary rehabilitation in adults after primary brain tumour treatment, especially the types of approaches that are effective (settings, intensity) and the outcomes that are affected. SEARCH METHODS We searched the Cochrane Neuromuscular Disease Group Specialized Register (March week 2, 2012), The Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials (CENTRAL, The Cochrane Library Issue 3, 2012), MEDLINE (1966 to March week 2, 2012), EMBASE (1980 to March week 2, 2012), PEDro (1982 to March 2012) and LILACS (1982 to March week 2, 2012). We checked the bibliographies of papers identified and contacted the authors and known experts in the field to seek published and unpublished trials. SELECTION CRITERIA Controlled clinical trials (randomised and non-randomised clinical trials) that compared multidisciplinary rehabilitation in primary brain tumour with either routinely available local services or lower levels of intervention, or studies that compared multidisciplinary rehabilitation in different settings or at different levels of intensity. DATA COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS Three review authors independently assessed study quality, extracted data and performed a 'best evidence' synthesis based on methodological quality. MAIN RESULTS No randomised controlled trials (RCTs) or controlled clinical trials (CCTs) were identified. AUTHORS' CONCLUSIONS No RCTs or CCTs were available for synthesis of 'best evidence' for multidisciplinary rehabilitation after treatment for brain tumour patients. However, this does not suggest the ineffectiveness of multidisciplinary rehabilitation but rather highlights the challenges in trial design and rigour, outcome measurement and complexities of care in this population. For completeness of literature, 12 observational studies (with high risk of bias) involving patients with brain tumours were included. These studies provided 'very low level' evidence suggesting that multidisciplinary rehabilitation (inpatient, home-based) may improve functional outcomes, and ambulatory programmes (outpatient and home-based) may improve vocation and quality of life. These conclusions are tentative at best, given gaps in current research in this area. Further research is needed into appropriate and robust study designs, outcome measurement, caregiver needs, evaluation of optimal settings, type, intensity, duration of therapy, and cost-effectiveness of multidisciplinary rehabilitation in the brain tumour population.
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- Fary Khan
- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Royal Melbourne Hospital, Royal Park Campus, Melbourne, Australia.
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Factors associated with long-term functional outcomes, psychological sequelae and quality of life in persons after primary brain tumour. J Neurooncol 2013; 111:355-66. [DOI: 10.1007/s11060-012-1024-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/26/2012] [Accepted: 12/05/2012] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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Khan F, Amatya B, Ng L, Demetrios M, Zhang NY, Turner-Stokes L. Multidisciplinary rehabilitation for follow-up of women treated for breast cancer. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2012; 12:CD009553. [PMID: 23235677 PMCID: PMC8078577 DOI: 10.1002/14651858.cd009553.pub2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/22/2023]
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BACKGROUND Breast cancer is the most common malignancy in women worldwide. Multidisciplinary rehabilitation aims to improve outcomes for women but the evidence base for its effectiveness is yet to be established. OBJECTIVES To assess the effects of organised multidisciplinary rehabilitation during follow-up in women treated for breast cancer. SEARCH METHODS We searched the Cochrane Breast Cancer Group Specialised Register, Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials (CENTRAL) (The Cochrane Library), MEDLINE, EMBASE, CINAHL, AMED, PEDro and LILACS in December 2011. SELECTION CRITERIA Randomised and controlled clinical trials (RCTs, CCTs, respectively) that compared multidisciplinary rehabilitation with some form of control intervention (such as a lower level or different type of intervention, minimal intervention, waiting list controls or no treatment, interventions given in different settings). DATA COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS The type of data retrieved did not allow for quantitative synthesis and therefore a narrative synthesis was provided. The methodological quality of the included studies was evaluated by three authors using the risk of bias tool. MAIN RESULTS Two RCTs, including 262 participants, met the inclusion criteria. Both trials scored poorly for methodological quality. There was 'low level' evidence that multidisciplinary rehabilitation produced short-term gains at the levels of impairment (that is range of shoulder movement), psychosocial adjustment and quality of life after breast cancer treatment (up to 12 months). No evidence was available for the longer-term functional outcomes for caregivers or the cost effectiveness of these programmes. It was not possible to suggest the most appropriate frequency and duration of therapy or choice of one type of intervention over another. AUTHORS' CONCLUSIONS There was 'low level' evidence that multidisciplinary rehabilitation can improve the outcomes of people with breast cancer in terms of functional ability, psychosocial adjustment and participation in social activities. There was no evidence available on functional gain at the level of activity. This review highlights the limitations of RCTs in rehabilitation settings and the need for high-quality trial-based research in this area. Regular evaluation and assessment of breast cancer survivors for rehabilitation is recommended.
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- Fary Khan
- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Royal Melbourne Hospital, Royal Park Campus, Melbourne, Australia.
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Health care utilization one year following the diagnosis benign breast disease or breast cancer. Breast 2012; 21:746-50. [DOI: 10.1016/j.breast.2012.01.018] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/20/2011] [Revised: 01/25/2012] [Accepted: 01/29/2012] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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Salonen P, Tarkka MT, Kellokumpu-Lehtinen PL, Koivisto AM, Aalto P, Kaunonen M. Effect of social support on changes in quality of life in early breast cancer patients: a longitudinal study. Scand J Caring Sci 2012; 27:396-405. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1471-6712.2012.01050.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 47] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/22/2023]
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Spector D, Battaglini C, Alsobrooks A, Owen J, Groff D. Do breast cancer survivors increase their physical activity and enhance their health-related quality of life after attending community-based wellness workshops? JOURNAL OF CANCER EDUCATION : THE OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN ASSOCIATION FOR CANCER EDUCATION 2012; 27:353-61. [PMID: 22210191 PMCID: PMC10589862 DOI: 10.1007/s13187-011-0306-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/31/2023]
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Many breast cancer survivors may be at increased risk for physical and psychological complications from cancer treatments. Research has shown that regular exercise can help ameliorate some of the lingering side effects of breast cancer treatments and improve health-related quality of life (HRQOL). Additionally, certain stress management techniques have helped increase HRQOL in breast cancer survivors. Few educational programs exist which address both the promotion of physical activity and use of mindfulness-based strategies to improve the health of breast cancer survivors. Community-based wellness workshops were designed to promote regular exercise and use of mindfulness-based techniques. There was an increase in physical activity and improvements on several HRQOL domains 1 month following the exercise workshops; although the results were not significant, they are encouraging.
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- D Spector
- Department of Nutrition, Gillings School of Global Public Health, and the Department of Exercise and Sport Science, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC 27599, USA.
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Akechi T, Okuyama T, Uchida M, Nakaguchi T, Ito Y, Yamashita H, Toyama T, Komatsu H, Kizawa Y, Wada M. Perceived Needs, Psychological Distress and Quality of Life of Elderly Cancer Patients. Jpn J Clin Oncol 2012; 42:704-10. [DOI: 10.1093/jjco/hys075] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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Choi KH, Park JH, Park JH, Park JS. Psychosocial needs of cancer patients and related factors: a multi-center, cross-sectional study in Korea. Psychooncology 2012; 22:1073-80. [DOI: 10.1002/pon.3105] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/02/2011] [Revised: 04/17/2012] [Accepted: 04/17/2012] [Indexed: 11/07/2022]
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- Kyung-Hyun Choi
- Department of Family Medicine; Dongnam Institute of Radiological & Medical Sciences; Busan Korea
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- Department of Social and Preventive Medicine, Samsung Biomedical Research Institute; Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine; Suwon Korea
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- Division of Cancer Policy and Management, National Cancer Control Research Institute; National Cancer Center; Goyang Korea
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- Department of Family Medicine; Dong-A University College of Medicine; Busan Korea
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Boyes AW, Girgis A, D'Este C, Zucca AC. Prevalence and correlates of cancer survivors' supportive care needs 6 months after diagnosis: a population-based cross-sectional study. BMC Cancer 2012; 12:150. [PMID: 22510387 PMCID: PMC3430551 DOI: 10.1186/1471-2407-12-150] [Citation(s) in RCA: 150] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/14/2011] [Accepted: 04/18/2012] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Background An understanding of the nature and magnitude of the impact of cancer is critical to planning how best to deliver supportive care to the growing population of cancer survivors whose need for care may span many years. This study aimed to describe the prevalence of and factors associated with moderate to high level unmet supportive care needs among adult cancer survivors six months after diagnosis. Methods A population-based sample of adult cancer survivors diagnosed with one of the eight most incident cancers in Australia was recruited from two state-based cancer registries. Data for 1323 survivors were obtained by self-report questionnaire and linkage with cancer registry data. Unmet needs were assessed by the 34-item Supportive Care Needs Survey (SCNS-SF34). The data were examined using chi-square and multiple logistic regression analyses. Results A total of 444 (37%) survivors reported at least one ‘moderate to high’ level unmet need and 496 (42%) reported ‘no need’ for help. Moderate to high level unmet needs were most commonly reported in the psychological (25%) and physical aspects of daily living (20%) domains. The five most frequently endorsed items of moderate to high unmet need were concerns about the worries of those close to them (15%), fears about the cancer spreading (14%), not being able to do the things they used to do (13%), uncertainty about the future (13%) and lack of energy/tiredness (12%). Survivors’ psychological characteristics were the strongest indicators of unmet need, particularly caseness for anxious preoccupation coping which was associated (OR = 2.2-5.9) with unmet need for help across all domains. Conclusions Unmet supportive care needs are prevalent among a subgroup of survivors transitioning from active treatment to survivorship, although lower than previously reported. In addition to coping support, valuable insight about how to prevent or address survivors’ unmet needs could be gained by examining the substantial proportion of survivors who report no unmet needs.
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- Allison W Boyes
- Priority Research Centre for Health Behaviour, University of Newcastle & Hunter Medical Research Institute, Newcastle, Australia.
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Boyes AW, Girgis A, D'Este C, Zucca AC. Prevalence and correlates of cancer survivors' supportive care needs 6 months after diagnosis: a population-based cross-sectional study. BMC Cancer 2012. [PMID: 22510387 DOI: 10.1186/1471-2407-12-150:10.1186/1471-2407-12-150] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/26/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND An understanding of the nature and magnitude of the impact of cancer is critical to planning how best to deliver supportive care to the growing population of cancer survivors whose need for care may span many years. This study aimed to describe the prevalence of and factors associated with moderate to high level unmet supportive care needs among adult cancer survivors six months after diagnosis. METHODS A population-based sample of adult cancer survivors diagnosed with one of the eight most incident cancers in Australia was recruited from two state-based cancer registries. Data for 1323 survivors were obtained by self-report questionnaire and linkage with cancer registry data. Unmet needs were assessed by the 34-item Supportive Care Needs Survey (SCNS-SF34). The data were examined using chi-square and multiple logistic regression analyses. RESULTS A total of 444 (37%) survivors reported at least one 'moderate to high' level unmet need and 496 (42%) reported 'no need' for help. Moderate to high level unmet needs were most commonly reported in the psychological (25%) and physical aspects of daily living (20%) domains. The five most frequently endorsed items of moderate to high unmet need were concerns about the worries of those close to them (15%), fears about the cancer spreading (14%), not being able to do the things they used to do (13%), uncertainty about the future (13%) and lack of energy/tiredness (12%). Survivors' psychological characteristics were the strongest indicators of unmet need, particularly caseness for anxious preoccupation coping which was associated (OR = 2.2-5.9) with unmet need for help across all domains. CONCLUSIONS Unmet supportive care needs are prevalent among a subgroup of survivors transitioning from active treatment to survivorship, although lower than previously reported. In addition to coping support, valuable insight about how to prevent or address survivors' unmet needs could be gained by examining the substantial proportion of survivors who report no unmet needs.
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- Allison W Boyes
- Priority Research Centre for Health Behaviour, University of Newcastle & Hunter Medical Research Institute, Newcastle, Australia.
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Wakefield CE, Butow P, Fleming CAK, Daniel G, Cohn RJ. Family information needs at childhood cancer treatment completion. Pediatr Blood Cancer 2012; 58:621-6. [PMID: 21910212 DOI: 10.1002/pbc.23316] [Citation(s) in RCA: 71] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/31/2011] [Accepted: 07/26/2011] [Indexed: 11/10/2022]
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BACKGROUND Despite the recognized importance of information provision across the cancer trajectory, little research has investigated family information needs recently after childhood cancer. This mixed-methods, multiperspective, study explored the information needs of families of childhood cancer survivors in the first year post-treatment. PROCEDURE In total, 112 semi-structured telephone interviews were conducted with 19 survivors (mean age 16.2 years, off treatment for ≤36 months), 44 mothers, 34 fathers, and 15 siblings. Interviews were analyzed inductively, line-by-line, using the framework of Miles and Huberman. Emergent themes were cross-tabulated by sample characteristics using QSR NVivo8. RESULTS Participant views were mixed regarding the need for a "finishing treatment review" with their oncologist (the primary information source for most families); however, many mothers (29/44) and fathers (17/34) and most siblings (14/15) reported receiving insufficient information post-treatment. Information regarding fertility and how to prepare for likely post-treatment challenges were the most cited unmet needs. Online support was ranked highest by survivors (mean score: 7/2/10) and siblings (7.4/10), whilst parents preferred an information booklet (often due to concerns about accessing accurate and relevant information from the Internet). While many participants reported feelings of isolation/loneliness, many were reluctant to attend face-to-face support groups/seminars. CONCLUSIONS Family members of survivors may experience the most acute unmet needs for information about fertility and in preparation for post-treatment challenges. However, provision of the correct amount of information at the right time for each family member during a highly stressful period remains clinically challenging.
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- Claire E Wakefield
- Centre for Children's Cancer and Blood Disorders, Sydney Children's Hospital (SCH), Randwick, New South Wales, Australia.
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Holm LV, Hansen DG, Johansen C, Vedsted P, Larsen PV, Kragstrup J, Søndergaard J. Participation in cancer rehabilitation and unmet needs: a population-based cohort study. Support Care Cancer 2012; 20:2913-24. [PMID: 22415608 PMCID: PMC3461205 DOI: 10.1007/s00520-012-1420-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 110] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/13/2011] [Accepted: 02/14/2012] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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Purpose To investigate associations between cancer survivors’ sex, age, and diagnosis in relation to their (1) need for rehabilitation, (2) participation in rehabilitation activities, and (3) unmet needs for rehabilitation in a 14-month period following date of diagnosis. Methods A population-based cohort study was performed on incident cancer patients diagnosed from 1 October 2007 to 30 September 2008. Fourteen months after diagnosis, participants completed a questionnaire developed to measure the aspects of rehabilitation. Logistic regression analyses were used to explore the association between sex, age, and diagnosis, and the outcome variables for rehabilitation. Results A total of 3,439 patients participated, yielding an overall response rate of 70%. One third of the cancer patients reported a need for physical rehabilitation and one third for psychological rehabilitation. Half of the patients participated in at least one activity. Unmet needs were most often reported in psychological, sexual, and financial areas. Women expressed more needs, participated more often in rehabilitation activities, and had, to a higher extent, their emotional needs fulfilled. Breast cancer patients participated more often in physical rehabilitation. Elderly who expressed rehabilitation needs more often had them unresolved. Conclusions A substantial variation in rehabilitation needs, participation in activities, and unmet needs in relation to sex, age, and cancer type was observed. Cancer care ought to systematically address the wide range of needs in all groups through integration of systematic needs assessment and targeted supply of offers.
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- Lise Vilstrup Holm
- National Research Centre for Cancer Rehabilitation, Research Unit of General Practice, University of Southern Denmark, JB Winsløws vej 9A, 5000, Odense C, Denmark.
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Fear of cancer recurrence in young women with a history of early-stage breast cancer: a cross-sectional study of prevalence and association with health behaviours. Support Care Cancer 2012; 20:2651-9. [PMID: 22328003 DOI: 10.1007/s00520-011-1371-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 149] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/21/2011] [Accepted: 12/29/2011] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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PURPOSE Fear of cancer recurrence (FCR) is common and associated with younger age. This study aimed to explore the prevalence and correlates of FCR amongst younger survivors of early breast cancer. SUBJECTS A total of 218 women aged 18-45 were diagnosed with stage 0-2 breast cancer at least 1 year earlier. METHODS The participants completed a web-based survey including a validated measure of FCR and items exploring medical surveillance practices and health care use. RESULTS A total of 70% of participants reported clinical levels of FCR. Higher FCR was associated with higher frequency of unscheduled visits to the GP, higher frequency of breast self-examination and other forms of self-examination for cancer, not having mammograms or ultrasounds or other forms of cancer screening in the past year, more complementary therapy use and the use of counselling and support groups. CONCLUSIONS Young women with breast cancer are particularly vulnerable to FCR. The present study provides preliminary evidence that FCR is associated with higher health costs and lower surveillance rates which may compromise health outcomes. Routine screening for FCR in follow-up care is recommended.
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Brunault P, Suzanne I, Trzepidur-Edom M, Garaud P, Calais G, Toledano A, Camus V. Depression is associated with some patient-perceived cosmetic changes, but not with radiotherapy-induced late toxicity, in long-term breast cancer survivors. Psychooncology 2012; 22:590-7. [DOI: 10.1002/pon.3038] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/15/2011] [Revised: 01/03/2012] [Accepted: 01/07/2012] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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- CHRU de Tours; Tours France
- Université François Rabelais de Tours; Tours France
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- Hôpital Américain de Paris-Clinique Hartmann; Neuilly sur Seine France
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- CHRU de Tours; Tours France
- Université François Rabelais de Tours; Tours France
- UMR INSERM U930 & CNRS ERL 3106; Tours France
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Björneklett HG, Lindemalm C, Rosenblad A, Ojutkangas ML, Letocha H, Strang P, Bergkvist L. A randomised controlled trial of support group intervention after breast cancer treatment: results on anxiety and depression. Acta Oncol 2012; 51:198-207. [PMID: 21923569 DOI: 10.3109/0284186x.2011.610352] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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BACKGROUND Previous studies have demonstrated that between 20 and 30% of women treated for breast cancer have measurable signs of anxiety and depression compared with 6% in a population of healthy women. Depression has been proposed as a predictive factor for recurrence and survival. The aim of the present study was to evaluate if psychosocial support intervention could influence anxiety and depression during the first year after diagnosis. MATERIAL AND METHODS Newly diagnosed breast cancer patients were randomised between April 2002 and November 2007 and stratified by adjuvant chemotherapy. Of 382 eligible patients, 191 + 191 patients were randomised to intervention group or control group, respectively. Control patients were subjected to standard follow-up routines. The Intervention group had support intervention at the Foundation Lustgården Mälardalen. The rehabilitation lasted one week on a residential basis followed by four days of follow-up two months later. We used the Swedish version of the HAD scale with a cut-off value greater than 10 for clinical symptoms of depression and anxiety. RESULTS Support group intervention lowered anxiety over time (p < 0.001) but depression was unaffected (p = 0.610). CONCLUSION This prospective randomised trial of support group intervention in a large homogenous group of breast cancer women showed a statistically significant effect on lowering anxiety over time. No statistically significant effect of intervention could be seen on depression.
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Greer JA, Solis JM, Temel JS, Lennes IT, Prigerson HG, Maciejewski PK, Pirl WF. Anxiety disorders in long-term survivors of adult cancers. PSYCHOSOMATICS 2012; 52:417-23. [PMID: 21907059 DOI: 10.1016/j.psym.2011.01.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/24/2010] [Revised: 09/30/2010] [Accepted: 10/05/2010] [Indexed: 01/06/2023]
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BACKGROUND Little is known about the prevalence of anxiety disorders among long-term survivors of adult cancers. Using data from the National Comorbidity Survey Replication (NCS-R), we compared rates of anxiety disorders between long-term cancer survivors and individuals without a history of cancer. METHODS A nationally representative sample of 9282 adults participated in a household survey to assess the prevalence of DSM-IV psychiatric disorders, a subset of whom also answered questions about medical comorbidities, including cancer. Long-term survivors were defined as those who received an adult cancer diagnosis at least 5 years before the survey. Multiple logistic regression analyses were used to examine associations between cancer history and anxiety disorders in the past year. RESULTS The NCS-R sample consisted of 225 long-term cancer survivors and 5337 people without a history of cancer. Controlling for socio-demographic variables, long-term cancer survivors were more likely to have an anxiety disorder (odds ratio [OR]: 1.49, 95% confidence interval [CI]: 1.04-2.13), including specific phobia (OR: 1.59, 95% CI: 1.06-2.44) and medical phobia (OR: 3.45, 95% CI: 1.15-10.0), during the past 12 months compared with those without cancer histories. Rates for social anxiety disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, posttraumatic stress disorder, panic disorder, and agoraphobia were not significantly different between groups. CONCLUSION Long-term survivors of adult cancers were more likely to have an anxiety disorder diagnosis, namely specific phobia, in the past 12 months compared with the general public. Further longitudinal study is needed to clarify the timing and course of anxiety relative to the cancer diagnosis.
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- Joseph A Greer
- Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer Center, Boston, MA 02114, USA.
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Lally RM, Underhill ML. Transition to Breast Cancer Survivorship: A Longitudinal Qualitative Follow-Up Study of Two-Year Survivors. J Psychosoc Oncol 2012; 30:97-127. [DOI: 10.1080/07347332.2011.633983] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/14/2022]
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Boyes AW, Girgis A, D'Este C, Zucca AC. Flourishing or floundering? Prevalence and correlates of anxiety and depression among a population-based sample of adult cancer survivors 6months after diagnosis. J Affect Disord 2011; 135:184-92. [PMID: 21864913 DOI: 10.1016/j.jad.2011.07.016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 71] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/20/2011] [Revised: 07/15/2011] [Accepted: 07/15/2011] [Indexed: 01/06/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To describe the prevalence of anxiety, depression and comorbid anxiety-depression among adult cancer survivors six months following diagnosis, and identify the individual, disease, health behaviour, psychological and social factors associated with psychological morbidity. METHODS A population-based sample of adult cancer survivors was recruited from two state-based cancer registries in Australia. Data for 1323 survivors were obtained by self-report questionnaire and linkage with registry data. Anxiety and depression were assessed by the 14-item Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS). RESULTS The prevalence of psychological morbidity was 28% (95% CI: 23%-33%). Specifically, 24% (95% CI: 19%-29%) of survivors were identified as cases on anxiety (irrespective of depression), 14% (95% CI: 9%-19%) as cases on depression (irrespective of anxiety) and 10% (95% CI: 5%-15%) as cases on comorbid anxiety-depression. In addition to mental health history prior to cancer, modifiable health behaviours (physical activity, smoking status), psychological (helplessness-hopelessness, anxious preoccupation coping) and social (low positive social interaction) characteristics were stronger indicators of psychological morbidity than survivors' individual or disease characteristics. LIMITATIONS Psychological morbidity was assessed by self-report screening instrument rather than clinical interview. The extent to which psychological morbidity is age-related versus cancer-related cannot be determined without a gender- and age-matched control group. CONCLUSION Although lower than previously reported, psychological morbidity is prevalent six months after a cancer diagnosis and emphasises the need for routine psychosocial assessment throughout the cancer trajectory to identify those at increased risk or in need of immediate intervention. Physical activity, smoking cessation and coping skills training interventions warrant further exploration.
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- Allison W Boyes
- Priority Research Centre for Health Behaviour, University of Newcastle & Hunter Medical Research Institute, Newcastle, NSW, Australia.
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Thewes B, Butow P, Zachariae R, Christensen S, Simard S, Gotay C. Fear of cancer recurrence: a systematic literature review of self-report measures. Psychooncology 2011; 21:571-87. [PMID: 22021099 DOI: 10.1002/pon.2070] [Citation(s) in RCA: 181] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/28/2010] [Revised: 08/16/2011] [Accepted: 08/17/2011] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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BACKGROUND Prior research has shown that many cancer survivors experience ongoing fears of cancer recurrence (FCR) and that this chronic uncertainty of health status during and after cancer treatment can be a significant psychological burden. The field of research on FCR is an emerging area of investigation in the cancer survivorship literature, and several standardised instruments for its assessment have been developed. AIMS This review aims to identify all available FCR-specific questionnaires and subscales and critically appraise their properties. METHODS A systematic review was undertaken to identify instruments measuring FCR. Relevant studies were identified via Medline (1950-2010), CINAHL (1982-2010), PsycINFO (1967-2010) and AMED (1985-2010) databases, reference lists of articles and reviews, grey literature databases and consultation with experts in the field. The Medical Outcomes Trust criteria were used to examine the psychometric properties of the questionnaires. RESULTS A total of 20 relevant multi-item measures were identified. The majority of instruments have demonstrated reliability and preliminary evidence of validity. Relatively few brief measures (2-10 items) were found to have comprehensive validation and reliability data available. Several valid and reliable longer measures (>10 items) are available. Three have developed short forms that may prove useful as screening tools. CONCLUSIONS This analysis indicated that further refinement and validation of existing instruments is required. Valid and reliable instruments are needed for both research and clinical care.
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- Belinda Thewes
- Centre for Medical Psychology and Evidence-based Decision-making, School of Psychology, University of Sydney, NSW, Australia.
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Knobf MT, Ferrucci LM, Cartmel B, Jones BA, Stevens D, Smith M, Salner A, Mowad L. Needs assessment of cancer survivors in Connecticut. J Cancer Surviv 2011; 6:1-10. [PMID: 21984194 DOI: 10.1007/s11764-011-0198-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 43] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/20/2011] [Accepted: 08/30/2011] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
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INTRODUCTION There are knowledge gaps regarding the needs of cancer survivors in Connecticut and their utilization of supportive services. METHODS A convenience sample of cancer survivors residing in Connecticut were invited to complete a self-administered (print or online) needs assessment (English or Spanish). Participants identified commonly occurring problems and completed a modified version of the Supportive Care Needs Survey Short Form (SNCS-SF34) assessing needs across five domains (psychosocial, health systems/information, physical/daily living, patient care /support, and sexuality). RESULTS The majority of the 1,516 cancer survivors (76.4%) were women, 47.5% had completed high school or some college, 66.1% were diagnosed ≤5 years ago, and 87.7% were non-Hispanic white. The breast was the most common site (47.6%), followed by the prostate, colorectal, lung, and melanoma. With multivariate adjustment, need on the SCNS-SF34 was greatest among women, younger survivors, those diagnosed within the past year, those not free of cancer, and Hispanics/Latinos. We also observed some differences by insurance and education status. In addition, we assessed the prevalence of individual problems, with the most common being weight gain/loss, memory changes, paying for care, communication, and not being told about services. CONCLUSIONS Overall and domain specific needs in this population of cancer survivors were relatively low, although participants reported a wide range of problems. Greater need was identified among cancer survivors who were female, younger, Hispanic/Latino, and recently diagnosed. IMPLICATIONS FOR CANCER SURVIVORS These findings can be utilized to target interventions and promote access to available resources for Connecticut cancer survivors.
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- M Tish Knobf
- Yale University School of Nursing, New Haven, CT 06536, USA.
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Befort CA, Klemp J. Sequelae of breast cancer and the influence of menopausal status at diagnosis among rural breast cancer survivors. J Womens Health (Larchmt) 2011; 20:1307-13. [PMID: 21711155 PMCID: PMC3168971 DOI: 10.1089/jwh.2010.2308] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Rural women are among the largest medically underserved groups in the nation, yet few studies have evaluated the sequelae of breast cancer in this population. The purpose of this study was to examine the physical and psychosocial effects of breast cancer experienced by rural survivors at the time of treatment and currently and to examine differences in these effects between younger and older rural survivors based on menopausal status at diagnosis. METHODS Women treated for breast cancer within the past 6 years at one of three rural cancer centers were mailed a survey with a cover letter from their oncology provider. RESULTS Survey respondents (n=918, 83% response rate) were 67±13 years old, on average 3.2 years from treatment, 22% were premenopausal at the time of breast cancer diagnosis, and 95% were postmenopausal at the time of the survey. Women who were premenopausal at diagnosis were significantly more likely to experience numerous symptoms at the time of treatment and currently, including higher rates of hot flashes, vaginal dryness, loss of sexual desire, and weight gain (p≤0.001). The most common psychosocial concerns were fear of recurrence and change in body image, and women premenopausal at diagnosis were significantly more likely than postmenopausal women to report experiencing these concerns (68% vs. 47%, and 43% vs. 27%, respectively, p≤0.001). CONCLUSIONS Negative physical and psychosocial sequelae of breast cancer were common in this rural sample and were significantly worse for premenopausal women. Research and resources are needed for delivering targeted survivorship care to rural women, particularly younger rural women.
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Urbaniec OA, Collins K, Denson LA, Whitford HS. Gynecological Cancer Survivors: Assessment of Psychological Distress and Unmet Supportive Care Needs. J Psychosoc Oncol 2011; 29:534-51. [DOI: 10.1080/07347332.2011.599829] [Citation(s) in RCA: 61] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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WHITE K, D'ABREW N, KATRIS P, O'CONNOR M, EMERY L. Mapping the psychosocial and practical support needs of cancer patients in Western Australia. Eur J Cancer Care (Engl) 2011; 21:107-16. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2354.2011.01270.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/20/2023]
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Salonen P, Tarkka MT, Kellokumpu-Lehtinen PL, Koivisto AM, Åstedt-Kurki P, Kaunonen M. Individual face-to-face support and quality of life in patients with breast cancer. Int J Nurs Pract 2011; 17:396-410. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1440-172x.2011.01948.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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White VM, Macvean ML, Grogan S, D'Este C, Akkerman D, Ieropoli S, Hill DJ, Sanson-Fisher R. Can a tailored telephone intervention delivered by volunteers reduce the supportive care needs, anxiety and depression of people with colorectal cancer? A randomised controlled trial. Psychooncology 2011; 21:1053-62. [PMID: 21769989 DOI: 10.1002/pon.2019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 40] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/22/2010] [Revised: 05/30/2011] [Accepted: 05/31/2011] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The objective was to assess the effectiveness of a volunteer-delivered tailored telephone-based intervention in reducing prevalence of unmet supportive care needs, elevated levels of anxiety and depression among people with colorectal cancer over a 9-month period. METHODS There were 653 participants who completed the baseline questionnaire and were randomised to usual care (n = 341) or intervention (n = 306). Three follow-up questionnaires were completed at 3-monthly intervals (response rates: 93%, 87%, 82%, respectively). All four questionnaires contained the Supportive Care Needs Survey (SCNS), Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS) and checklists for colorectal cancer symptoms and use of support services. The intervention consisted of trained volunteers providing emotional support, service referral and information and was delivered after completion of each of the first three questionnaires. Primary outcomes were prevalence of moderate to high SCNS needs and elevated levels (scores of 8+) of HADS anxiety and depression. RESULTS Over the study period, SCNS needs decreased similarly for both groups, and prevalence of elevated depression did not change for either group. There was a greater reduction in the prevalence of elevated anxiety in the intervention than usual care group (p < 0.01), with the intervention group decrease mainly occurring between baseline and the first follow-up survey (p < 0.01). However, the prevalence of elevated anxiety was similar between the two groups at each follow-up point. CONCLUSIONS The intervention had no effect on supportive care needs or depression, although it may be associated with a greater reduction in anxiety. Future research should test the intervention with patients closer to diagnosis.
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- Victoria M White
- Centre for Behavioural Research in Cancer Council, The Cancer Council Victoria, Carlton, Victoria, Australia.
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Cheng SY, Lai YH, Chen SC, Shun SC, Liao YM, Tu SH, Chen CS, Hsiang CY, Chen CM. Changes in quality of life among newly diagnosed breast cancer patients in Taiwan. J Clin Nurs 2011; 21:70-9. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2702.2011.03735.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Brennan ME, Butow P, Marven M, Spillane AJ, Boyle FM. Survivorship care after breast cancer treatment – Experiences and preferences of Australian women. Breast 2011; 20:271-7. [DOI: 10.1016/j.breast.2010.12.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 62] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/24/2010] [Revised: 11/29/2010] [Accepted: 12/14/2010] [Indexed: 10/18/2022] Open
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Lam WWT, Au AHY, Wong JHF, Lehmann C, Koch U, Fielding R, Mehnert A. Unmet supportive care needs: a cross-cultural comparison between Hong Kong Chinese and German Caucasian women with breast cancer. Breast Cancer Res Treat 2011; 130:531-41. [DOI: 10.1007/s10549-011-1592-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 107] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/14/2010] [Accepted: 05/13/2011] [Indexed: 01/29/2023]
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Harrison SE, Watson EK, Ward AM, Khan NF, Turner D, Adams E, Forman D, Roche MF, Rose PW. Primary Health and Supportive Care Needs of Long-Term Cancer Survivors: A Questionnaire Survey. J Clin Oncol 2011; 29:2091-8. [PMID: 21519023 DOI: 10.1200/jco.2010.32.5167] [Citation(s) in RCA: 133] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/24/2022] Open
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Purpose There are 1.2 million long-term cancer survivors in the United Kingdom. Existing research on the health and supportive care needs of these survivors is sparse and inconclusive. This study investigated health status, psychological morbidity, and supportive care needs in long-term cancer survivors in the United Kingdom. Methods Five to 16 years after diagnosis, 1,275 eligible survivors of breast, colorectal, and prostate cancers were approached to participate in a questionnaire survey. The questionnaire explored health status (European Quality of Life–5 Dimensions), psychological morbidity (Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale), and supportive care needs (Cancer Survivors' Unmet Needs Measure). Data were analyzed by type of cancer and time since diagnosis. Logistic regression was used to identify predictors of unmet supportive care needs. Results The response rate was 51.7% (659 survivors). Overall health status and levels of psychological morbidity were consistent with population norms. At least one unmet supportive care need was reported by 47.4% of survivors, but overall numbers of unmet needs were low (mean, 2.8; standard deviation, 4.8). The most frequently endorsed unmet need was for help to manage concerns about cancer recurrence. Trait anxiety (P < .001), nondischarged status (P < .01), dissatisfaction with discharge (P < .01), and receipt of hormonal therapy (P < .01) were predictive of unmet supportive care needs. Conclusion The findings suggest a majority of long-term breast, colorectal, and prostate cancer survivors who have no signs of recurrence report good health and do not have psychological morbidity or large numbers of unmet supportive care needs. A minority of long-term survivors may benefit from ongoing support. The identification and support of those long-term survivors with ongoing needs is a key challenge for health care professionals.
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- Siân E. Harrison
- From Oxford University; Oxford Brookes University; Oxford Cancer Intelligence Unit, Solutions for Public Health, Oxford; Northern and Yorkshire Cancer Registry and Information Service, St James's University Hospital; and Centre for Epidemiology and Biostatistics, University of Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom
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- From Oxford University; Oxford Brookes University; Oxford Cancer Intelligence Unit, Solutions for Public Health, Oxford; Northern and Yorkshire Cancer Registry and Information Service, St James's University Hospital; and Centre for Epidemiology and Biostatistics, University of Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom
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- From Oxford University; Oxford Brookes University; Oxford Cancer Intelligence Unit, Solutions for Public Health, Oxford; Northern and Yorkshire Cancer Registry and Information Service, St James's University Hospital; and Centre for Epidemiology and Biostatistics, University of Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom
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- From Oxford University; Oxford Brookes University; Oxford Cancer Intelligence Unit, Solutions for Public Health, Oxford; Northern and Yorkshire Cancer Registry and Information Service, St James's University Hospital; and Centre for Epidemiology and Biostatistics, University of Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom
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- From Oxford University; Oxford Brookes University; Oxford Cancer Intelligence Unit, Solutions for Public Health, Oxford; Northern and Yorkshire Cancer Registry and Information Service, St James's University Hospital; and Centre for Epidemiology and Biostatistics, University of Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom
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- From Oxford University; Oxford Brookes University; Oxford Cancer Intelligence Unit, Solutions for Public Health, Oxford; Northern and Yorkshire Cancer Registry and Information Service, St James's University Hospital; and Centre for Epidemiology and Biostatistics, University of Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom
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- From Oxford University; Oxford Brookes University; Oxford Cancer Intelligence Unit, Solutions for Public Health, Oxford; Northern and Yorkshire Cancer Registry and Information Service, St James's University Hospital; and Centre for Epidemiology and Biostatistics, University of Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom
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- From Oxford University; Oxford Brookes University; Oxford Cancer Intelligence Unit, Solutions for Public Health, Oxford; Northern and Yorkshire Cancer Registry and Information Service, St James's University Hospital; and Centre for Epidemiology and Biostatistics, University of Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom
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- From Oxford University; Oxford Brookes University; Oxford Cancer Intelligence Unit, Solutions for Public Health, Oxford; Northern and Yorkshire Cancer Registry and Information Service, St James's University Hospital; and Centre for Epidemiology and Biostatistics, University of Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom
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Ng R, Verkooijen HM, Ooi LL, Koh WP. Unmet psychosocial needs among cancer patients undergoing ambulatory care in Singapore. Support Care Cancer 2011; 20:1049-56. [PMID: 21556720 DOI: 10.1007/s00520-011-1181-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/04/2011] [Accepted: 04/25/2011] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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PURPOSE Previous studies have demonstrated high prevalence of unmet psychosocial needs among cancer patients, but few were conducted among Asians. In this cross-sectional study, we investigated the prevalence of and factors associated with unmet psychosocial needs among cancer patients undergoing ambulatory care at a cancer centre in Singapore. METHOD We conducted a cross-sectional study among 535 breast, gynaecological and colorectal cancer patients (response rate, 76%) using a modified version of the Cancer Survivors' Unmet Needs measure questionnaire, to assess the prevalence of patients' needs for disease information and social support, physical needs, financial needs and psychological needs, and the extent to which needs were met. Logistic regression analysis was used to identify demographic or disease characteristics associated with unmet needs. RESULTS Seventy-five per cent of patients reported having any unmet needs, with disease information needs being most prevalent (61.5%) followed by financial (40.2%), social support (39.7%), psychological (27.3%) and physical (26.1%) needs. Factors independently associated with having high level of unmet needs were age below 60 years, ethnic minority, advanced disease and recent diagnosis. CONCLUSION The prevalence of unmet psychosocial needs among cancer patients in ambulatory care is generally high. Young patients with disease recently diagnosed at advanced stage will benefit from additional support.
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- Raymond Ng
- Department of Medical Oncology, National Cancer Centre Singapore, Singapore, Singapore
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Paul CL, Sanson-Fisher R, Douglas HE, Clinton-McHarg T, Williamson A, Barker D. Cutting the research pie: a value-weighting approach to explore perceptions about psychosocial research priorities for adults with haematological cancers. Eur J Cancer Care (Engl) 2011; 20:345-53. [PMID: 21414052 PMCID: PMC3118797 DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2354.2010.01188.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 01/02/2010] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Despite the burden of illness associated with haematological cancers, little research is available about improving psychosocial outcomes for this group. Given scarce research funds, it is important to ensure that resources are used strategically for improving their psychosocial well-being. This study aimed to identify the perceptions of professionals, patients and carers regarding prioritising psychosocial research efforts. First, an expert panel's views on priorities for research were identified. This was followed by a web survey to obtain the perceptions of 117 health professionals, patients and carers. The value-weighting survey used points allocation, allowing respondents to indicate the relative priority of each option. A substantial proportion of resources were allocated to patients who were newly diagnosed or receiving treatment. Less priority was given to other stages of the cancer journey or non-patient populations. There was no indication that any type of psychosocial research was a priority; however, some differences were identified when comparing the priorities of the three respondent groups. To improve psychosocial outcomes for haematological cancer patients, resources should be directed towards patients in the early stages of the cancer journey. There may be a need for research investigating potential interventions to improve psychosocial outcomes for patients with haematological cancers.
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- C L Paul
- School of Medicine and Public Health, Health Behaviour Research Group, University of Newcastle, Callaghan, NSW 2038, Australia.
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Garlan RW, Butler LD, Siegel ERA, Spiegel D. Perceived Benefits and Psychosocial Outcomes of a Brief Existential Family Intervention for Cancer Patients/Survivors. OMEGA-JOURNAL OF DEATH AND DYING 2011; 62:243-68. [DOI: 10.2190/om.62.3.c] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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This study assessed a range of benefits from participation in a brief existential intervention consisting of a semi-structured videotaped interview with cancer patients and their families designed to illuminate a life legacy for the family (the Life Tape Project [LTP]). Results indicated the majority reported intervention-specific benefits, especially in the areas of symbolic immortality (passing on personal values and philosophy), self-reflection and growth, and improved family cohesion and communication. Participants, particularly those who had perceived their cancer as a threat of death, serious injury, or threat to their physical integrity, and responded with intense fear or helplessness, also reported more general reductions in mood disturbance, improvements in aspects of well-being (including overall quality of life), satisfaction with the understanding they received, and enhanced cancer-related posttraumatic growth. In short, the LTP is a brief, inexpensive, existential intervention that can yield broad positive psychosocial changes for a majority of participants.
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Akechi T, Okuyama T, Endo C, Sagawa R, Uchida M, Nakaguchi T, Akazawa T, Yamashita H, Toyama T, Furukawa TA. Patient's perceived need and psychological distress and/or quality of life in ambulatory breast cancer patients in Japan. Psychooncology 2011; 20:497-505. [PMID: 20878850 DOI: 10.1002/pon.1757] [Citation(s) in RCA: 104] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022]
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- Tatsuo Akechi
- Department of Psychiatry and Cognitive-Behavioral Medicine, Nagoya City University Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Mizuho-cho, Mizuho-ku, Nagoya, Aichi, Japan.
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Molassiotis A, Wilson B, Blair S, Howe T, Cavet J. Unmet supportive care needs, psychological well-being and quality of life in patients living with multiple myeloma and their partners. Psychooncology 2011; 20:88-97. [PMID: 20187072 DOI: 10.1002/pon.1710] [Citation(s) in RCA: 177] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022]
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PURPOSE The aim of this project was to identify the nature and range of needs, as well as levels of quality of life (QOL), of both patients living with myeloma and their partners. METHODS A cross-sectional survey was used, recruiting patients and their partners from 4 hospitals in the United Kingdom at a mean time post-diagnosis of 5 years. Patients completed a scale exploring their Supportive Care Needs, the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS) and the EORTC QOL scale with its Myeloma module. The partners completed the partners' version of the Supportive Care Needs scale and HADS. RESULTS A total of 132 patients and 93 of their partners participated. One-quarter of the patients and one-third of the partners reported unmet supportive care needs. About 27.4% of patients reported signs of anxiety and 25.2% reported signs of depression. Almost half the partners (48.8%) reported signs of anxiety and 13.6% signs of depression. Anxious/depressed patients had more than double unmet needs than non-anxious/depressed patients (P<0.05). QOL was moderate, with key areas of impairment being physical, emotional, social and cognitive functioning, and patients complained of several symptoms, including tiredness (40.7%), pain (35.9%), insomnia (32.3%), peripheral neuropathies (28.3%) and memory problems (22.3%). About 40.8% were worried about their health in the future. CONCLUSION Long-term supportive care services should provide support to both patients and their partners in relation to their unmet needs, screening them for psychological disorders, referring them appropriately and timely, and optimising symptom management in order to improve the patients' QOL.
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- Alex Molassiotis
- School of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Work, University of Manchester, Manchester, UK.
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Schmid-Büchi S, van den Borne B, Dassen T, Halfens RJG. Factors associated with psychosocial needs of close relatives of women under treatment for breast cancer. J Clin Nurs 2010; 20:1115-24. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2702.2010.03376.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Follow-up care after breast cancer treatment: experiences and perceptions of service provision and provider interactions in rural Australian women. Support Care Cancer 2010; 19:1975-82. [DOI: 10.1007/s00520-010-1041-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 32] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/04/2010] [Accepted: 11/01/2010] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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Shim EJ, Lee KS, Park JH, Park JH. Comprehensive needs assessment tool in cancer (CNAT): the development and validation. Support Care Cancer 2010; 19:1957-68. [DOI: 10.1007/s00520-010-1037-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/01/2010] [Accepted: 10/22/2010] [Indexed: 01/05/2023]
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Liao YC, Liao WY, Shun SC, Yu CJ, Yang PC, Lai YH. Symptoms, psychological distress, and supportive care needs in lung cancer patients. Support Care Cancer 2010; 19:1743-51. [PMID: 20949362 DOI: 10.1007/s00520-010-1014-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 71] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/15/2010] [Accepted: 09/20/2010] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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PURPOSE The purpose of this study was to examine the level of symptoms, psychological distress, and supportive care needs and factors related to five unmet need domains in lung cancer patients. METHODS A cross-sectional study of 152 lung cancer patients at a medical center in Taiwan assessed their symptoms, psychological distress, and unmet supportive needs in five major care domains. Logistic regression was applied to examine the related factors of unmet supportive care needs. RESULTS In general, patients had mild-to-moderate levels of symptoms and high prevalence of psychological distress. Regardless of their treatment status, they reported high levels of supportive care needs. The top three need domains were: (1) health system and information, (2) psychological, and (3) patient care and support. Levels of symptoms, anxiety, and depression were the most significant factors in unmet supportive care needs. CONCLUSION The effect of symptoms and psychological distress on unmet supportive care needs is substantial. Therefore, a systematic assessment of patients' distress and care needs is important for clinical lung cancer care. Further intervention consisting of symptom management, continuing counseling, and preparation for transition from active treatment to the follow-up stages are essential in improving quality of care.
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- Yu-Chien Liao
- Department of Nursing, College of Medicine, National Taiwan University, Taipei, Taiwan
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Consulting and prescribing behaviour for anxiety and depression in long-term survivors of cancer in the UK. Eur J Cancer 2010; 46:3339-44. [PMID: 20727734 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejca.2010.07.035] [Citation(s) in RCA: 42] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/22/2010] [Revised: 07/21/2010] [Accepted: 07/22/2010] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Cancer survivors may experience long-term depression or anxiety, however, there is little previous research on the use of services in this area. We explored consultation and prescribing behaviour for depression and anxiety amongst cancer survivors in British primary health care. METHODS This study uses data on 26,213 survivors of breast, colorectal and prostate cancer at least 5 years post-diagnosis, matched to four controls without cancer, from the UK General Practice Research Database. We compared consultations for depression and anxiety, and prescribing for anti-depressants and anxiolytics between cancer survivors and controls. RESULTS Multivariate, matched regression models showed no difference in consulting for depression or anxiety between any cancer survivors and matched controls. However, breast cancer (odds ratio (OR) 1.16, 95% confidence interval (CI) 1.10-1.22) and prostate cancer survivors (OR 1.31, 95% CI 1.16-1.47) were more likely to receive a prescription for an antidepressant. Breast cancer survivors (IRR 2.49, 95% CI 1.82-3.42) and prostate cancer survivors (IRR 2.84, 95% CI 1.94-4.17) who died received significantly more antidepressants than controls who died. There were no differences in anxiolytic prescribing for colorectal and prostate cancer survivors compared to controls. However, breast cancer survivors nearing the end of life received a greater number of anxiolytic prescriptions compared to controls (IRR 1.84, 95% CI 1.36-2.49). CONCLUSIONS In this cohort of cancer survivors, there were no differences in consultation behaviour for depression and anxiety compared to controls. However, breast and prostate cancer survivors access more antidepressants, and those nearing the end of life received the highest volume of prescriptions. Breast cancer survivors at the end of life also receive more anxiolytics.
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McDowell ME, Occhipinti S, Ferguson M, Dunn J, Chambers SK. Predictors of change in unmet supportive care needs in cancer. Psychooncology 2010; 19:508-16. [PMID: 19598292 DOI: 10.1002/pon.1604] [Citation(s) in RCA: 173] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Patient Reported Outcome (PRO) assessments can assist health professionals to tailor their health practices to the individual needs of patients and improve patient care over time. The present study assessed prospective predictors of unmet supportive care needs in cancer patients over a six-month period. METHODS Participants were recruited from a regional cancer treatment centre in Australia and completed the Supportive Care Needs Survey (SCNS) at recruitment (n=439; 61.4% response rate) and six months follow-up (n=396). Hierarchical logistic regression was used to identify predictors of change in unmet needs across each supportive care domain. Predictor variables were socio-demographic, treatment and psychosocial factors including depression, anxiety, social support, and patient satisfaction. RESULTS Unmet needs were reported by approximately two-thirds of patients at baseline and half of patients at six months follow-up. Having unmet needs at baseline was the strongest predictor of unmet needs at six months. Longer time since diagnosis was a consistent predictor of greater unmet needs, associated with change in physical/daily living, psychological and health system and information unmet needs over time. By contrast, a complex relationship was found in that patient satisfaction, psychosocial and treatment characteristics predicted higher needs in some domains and lower needs in others. CONCLUSIONS Unmet supportive care needs persist over time and psychological needs may emerge later in the illness continuum. Interventions to meet the needs of longer term cancer survivors are needed and should closely articulate with reported supportive care needs.
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- M E McDowell
- School of Psychology, Griffith University, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
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McDowell ME, Occhipinti S, Ferguson M, Chambers SK. Prospective predictors of psychosocial support service use after cancer. Psychooncology 2010; 20:788-91. [DOI: 10.1002/pon.1774] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/28/2009] [Revised: 04/06/2010] [Accepted: 04/06/2010] [Indexed: 11/12/2022]
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Schmid-Büchi S, Halfens RJG, Dassen T, van den Borne B. Psychosocial problems and needs of posttreatment patients with breast cancer and their relatives. Eur J Oncol Nurs 2010; 15:260-6. [PMID: 20089447 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejon.2009.11.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 70] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/31/2009] [Revised: 11/20/2009] [Accepted: 11/24/2009] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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PURPOSE The study assessed and compared the psychosocial needs of patients with breast cancer and of their relatives, the patients' and relatives' burden of illness, anxiety, depression and distress and assessed the patients' cancer treatment-related symptoms and identified relevant factors influencing patients' and relatives' needs. METHOD Seventy-two patients (n=72) participated with a relative in a cross-sectional mail-survey, 1-22 months after cancer treatment. RESULTS The patients reported needing help with psychological and sexual issues. They suffered from treatment-related symptoms. More treatment-related symptoms and depression were related to the patients' needs for supportive care. Their relatives' needs primarily concerned access to information and communication with health care professionals. Relatives had higher levels of anxiety (25.0% vs. 22.2%), depression (12.5% vs. 8.3%) and distress (40% vs. 34%) than patients. Higher levels of depression, younger age and having a disease themselves were associated with relatives' need for help. CONCLUSION Patients' and relatives' substantial needs and psychological problems require professional support even after completion of the patients' treatment. Continued assessment of the patients' and their relatives' needs and of the patients' symptoms provide the basis for purposeful counselling and education. Rehabilitation programs for patients and their relatives should be developed and implemented in clinical practice.
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