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Heinzelbecker J, Kaßmann K, Ernst S, Meyer-Mabileau P, Germanyuk A, Zangana M, Wagenpfeil G, Ohlmann CH, Cohausz M, Stöckle M, Lehmann J. Long-term quality of life of testicular cancer survivors differs according to applied adjuvant treatment and tumour type. J Cancer Surviv 2024:10.1007/s11764-024-01580-9. [PMID: 38658465 DOI: 10.1007/s11764-024-01580-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/01/2024] [Accepted: 03/29/2024] [Indexed: 04/26/2024]
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PURPOSE To evaluate the quality of life (QoL) in long-term testicular cancer (TC) survivors. METHODS QoL was assessed in TC survivors treated between March 1976 and December 2004 (n = 625) using the EORTC-QLQ-C30 questionnaire, including a TC module. The assessment was performed at two time points (2006: response rate: n = 201/625 (32.2%), median follow-up (FU): 12.9 years (range 1.1-30.9); 2017: response rate: n = 95/201 (47.3%), median FU: 26.2 years (range: 13.0-41.2)). TC survivors were grouped according to treatment strategy, tumour entity, clinical stage and prognosis group. Linear and multiple linear regression analyses were performed, with age and time of follow-up as possible confounders. RESULTS Radiation therapy (RT) compared to retroperitoneal lymph node dissection (RPLND) was associated with a higher impairment of physical function (2017: β = - 9.038; t(84) = - 2.03; p = 0.045), role function (2017: β = - 12.764; t(84) = - 2.00; p = 0.048), emotional function (2006: β = - 9.501; t(183) = - 2.09; p = 0.038) and nausea (2006: β = 6.679; t(185) = 2.70; p = 0.008). However, RT was associated with a lower impairment of sexual enjoyment (2017: symptoms: β = 26.831; t(64) = 2.66; p = 0.010; functional: β = 22.983; t(65) = 2.36; p = 0.021). Chemotherapy (CT), compared to RPLND was associated with a higher impairment of role (2017: β = - 16.944; t(84) = - 2.62; p = 0.011) and social function (2017: β = - 19.160; t(79) = - 2.56; p = 0.012), more insomnia (2017: β = 19.595; t(84) = 2.25; p = 0.027) and greater concerns about infertility (2017: β = 19.830; t(80) = 2.30; p = 0.024). In terms of tumour type, nonseminomatous germ cell tumour (NSGCT) compared to seminoma survivors had significantly lower impairment of nausea (2006: β = - 4.659; t(187) = - 2.17; p = 0.031), appetite loss (2006: β = - 7.554; t(188) = - 2.77; p = 0.006) and future perspective (2006: β = - 12.146; t(175) = - 2.08; p = 0.039). On the other hand, surviving NSGCT was associated with higher impairment in terms of sexual problems (2006: β = 16.759; t(145) = 3.51; p < 0.001; 2017: β = 21.207; t(63) = 2.73; p = 0.008) and sexual enjoyment (2017: β = - 24.224; t(66) = - 2.76; p = 0.008). CONCLUSIONS The applied adjuvant treatment and the tumour entity had a significant impact on the long-term QoL of TC survivors, even more than 25 years after the completion of therapy. Both RT and CT had a negative impact compared to survivors treated with RPLND, except for sexual concerns. NSGCT survivors had a lower impairment of QoL compared to seminoma survivors, except in terms of sexual concerns. IMPLICATIONS FOR CANCER SURVIVORS Implications for cancer survivors are to raise awareness of aspects of long-term and late effects on QoL in TC survivors; offer supportive care, such as psycho-oncological support or lifestyle modification, if a deterioration in QoL is noticed; and avoid toxic treatment without compromising a cure whenever possible.
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- Julia Heinzelbecker
- Department of Urology and Pediatric Urology, Saarland University Medical Centre and Saarland University, Kirrberger Str. 100, 66421, Homburg/Saar, Germany.
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- Department of Urology and Pediatric Urology, Saarland University Medical Centre and Saarland University, Kirrberger Str. 100, 66421, Homburg/Saar, Germany
- Department of Neurology, Heilig Geist-Krankenhaus, Graseggerstr. 105, 50737, Cologne-Longerich, Germany
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- Department of Urology and Pediatric Urology, Saarland University Medical Centre and Saarland University, Kirrberger Str. 100, 66421, Homburg/Saar, Germany
- Centre of Palliative Care and Pediatric Pain, Saarland University Medical Centre and Saarland University, Kirrbergerstr. 100, 66421, Homburg/Saar, Germany
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- Department of Urology and Pediatric Urology, Saarland University Medical Centre and Saarland University, Kirrberger Str. 100, 66421, Homburg/Saar, Germany
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- Department of Urology and Pediatric Urology, Saarland University Medical Centre and Saarland University, Kirrberger Str. 100, 66421, Homburg/Saar, Germany
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- Department of Urology and Pediatric Urology, Saarland University Medical Centre and Saarland University, Kirrberger Str. 100, 66421, Homburg/Saar, Germany
- Department of Urology and Pediatric Urology, University Medical Center Bonn (UKB), Bonn, Germany
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- Institute of Medical Biometry, Epidemiology and Medical Informatics, Saarland University Campus Homburg/Saar, 66421, Homburg/Saar, Germany
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- Department of Urology and Pediatric Urology, Saarland University Medical Centre and Saarland University, Kirrberger Str. 100, 66421, Homburg/Saar, Germany
- Department of Urology, Johanniter Krankenhaus, Johanniterstr. 3-5, 53113, Bonn, Germany
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- Department of Urology and Pediatric Urology, Saarland University Medical Centre and Saarland University, Kirrberger Str. 100, 66421, Homburg/Saar, Germany
- Urologische Gemeinschaftspraxis Münster, Fürstenbergstr. 5, 48147, Münster, Germany
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- Department of Urology and Pediatric Urology, Saarland University Medical Centre and Saarland University, Kirrberger Str. 100, 66421, Homburg/Saar, Germany
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- Department of Urology and Pediatric Urology, Saarland University Medical Centre and Saarland University, Kirrberger Str. 100, 66421, Homburg/Saar, Germany
- Urologische Gemeinschaftspraxis Pruener Gang, Pruener Grang 15, 24103, Kiel, Germany
- Städtisches Krankenhaus Kiel, Chemnitzstr. 33, 24116, Kiel, Germany
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Dinh PC, Monahan PO, Fosså SD, Sesso HD, Feldman DR, Dolan ME, Nevel K, Kincaid J, Vaughn DJ, Martin NE, Sanchez VA, Einhorn LH, Frisina R, Fung C, Kroenke K, Travis LB. Impact of pain and adverse health outcomes on long-term US testicular cancer survivors. J Natl Cancer Inst 2024; 116:455-467. [PMID: 37966940 PMCID: PMC10919346 DOI: 10.1093/jnci/djad236] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/16/2023] [Revised: 10/20/2023] [Accepted: 11/07/2023] [Indexed: 11/17/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND No study has quantified the impact of pain and other adverse health outcomes on global physical and mental health in long-term US testicular cancer survivors or evaluated patient-reported functional impairment due to pain. METHODS Testicular cancer survivors given cisplatin-based chemotherapy completed validated surveys, including Patient-Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System v1.2 global physical and mental health, Patient-Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System pain questionnaires, and others. Multivariable linear regression examined relationships between 25 adverse health outcomes with global physical and mental health and pain-interference scores. Adverse health outcomes with a β^ of more than 2 are clinically important and reported below. RESULTS Among 358 testicular cancer survivors (median age = 46 years, interquartile range [IQR] = 38-53 years; median time since chemotherapy = 10.7 years, IQR = 7.2-16.0 years), median adverse health outcomes number was 5 (IQR = 3-7). A total of 12% testicular cancer survivors had 10 or more adverse health outcomes, and 19% reported chemotherapy-induced neuropathic pain. Increasing adverse health outcome numbers were associated with decreases in physical and mental health (P < .0001 each). In multivariable analyses, chemotherapy-induced neuropathic pain (β^ = -3.72; P = .001), diabetes (β^ = -4.41; P = .037), obesity (β^ = -2.01; P = .036), and fatigue (β^ = -8.58; P < .0001) were associated with worse global mental health, while being married or living as married benefited global mental health (β^ = 3.63; P = .0006). Risk factors for pain-related functional impairment included lower extremity location (β^ = 2.15; P = .04) and concomitant peripheral artery disease (β^ = 4.68; P < .001). Global physical health score reductions were associated with diabetes (β^ = -3.81; P = .012), balance or equilibrium problems (β^ = -3.82; P = .003), cognitive dysfunction (β^ = -4.43; P < .0001), obesity (β^ = -3.09; P < .0001), peripheral neuropathy score (β^ = -2.12; P < .0001), and depression (β^ = -3.17; P < .0001). CONCLUSIONS Testicular cancer survivors suffer adverse health outcomes that negatively impact long-term global mental health, global physical health, and pain-related functional status. Clinically important factors associated with worse physical and mental health identify testicular cancer survivors requiring closer monitoring, counseling, and interventions. Chemotherapy-induced neuropathic pain must be addressed, given its detrimental impact on patient-reported functional status and mental health 10 or more years after treatment.
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- Paul C Dinh
- Division of Hematology/Oncology, Department of Medicine, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN, USA
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- Department of Biostatistics and Health Data Science, Indiana University, Indianapolis, IN, USA
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- Department of Oncology, Oslo University Hospital, Radiumhospital, Oslo, Norway
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- Division of Preventive Medicine, Department of Medicine Research, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Boston, MA, USA
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- Department of Medicine, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY, USA
- Department of Medicine, Weill Cornell Medical College, New York, NY, USA
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- Department of Medicine, University of Chicago, Chicago, IL, USA
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- Division of Hematology/Oncology, Department of Medicine, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN, USA
- Department of Neurology, Indiana University, Indianapolis, IN, USA
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- Department of Neurology, Indiana University, Indianapolis, IN, USA
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- Department of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Boston, MA, USA
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- Department of Medical Engineering, University of South Florida, Tampa, FL, USA
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- Division of Hematology/Oncology, Department of Medicine, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN, USA
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- Department of Medical Engineering, University of South Florida, Tampa, FL, USA
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- Department of Medicine, J.P. Wilmot Cancer Institute, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY, USA
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- Regenstrief Institute, Inc, Indiana University, Indianapolis, IN, USA
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- Division of Hematology/Oncology, Department of Medicine, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN, USA
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Fosså SD, Haugnes HS, Dahl AA, Kiserud CE, Fosså A, Skalleberg J, Myklebust TÅ. Adverse health outcomes and global quality of life in long-term testicular cancer survivors: a longitudinal 30-year perspective. Ann Oncol 2023; 34:1165-1174. [PMID: 37739265 DOI: 10.1016/j.annonc.2023.09.3101] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/14/2023] [Revised: 09/01/2023] [Accepted: 09/05/2023] [Indexed: 09/24/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The aim of this study was to characterize the prevalence of self-reported adverse health outcomes (AHOs), track changes in AHOs, and examine their impact on health-related quality of life (HrQoL) in testicular cancer survivors (TCSs) who were diagnosed between 1980 and 1994. These assessments were conducted during two survey waves (SWs), with the first occurring ∼12 years after surgery-only or platinum-based chemotherapy (PBCT), and the second ∼28 years after initial treatment. The study primarily focused on 'typical AHOs', which included Peripheral Sensory Neuropathy (PSN), Raynaud's phenomenon, Tinnitus, and Hearing loss. PATIENTS AND METHODS A total of 427 TCSs were included in the evaluation, distributed as follows: surgery-only group (n = 155), PBCT-standard group with ≤850 mg cisplatin (n = 222), and PBCT-high group with >850 mg cisplatin (n = 50). For comparison of HrQoL, men from the general population served as a control group (referred to as 'Norms'). The statistical significance level was set at P < 0.05, and clinical importance, in terms of testing HrQoL differences, was defined as Δ ≥2.5 points. RESULTS A higher number of TCSs who underwent PBCT reported experiencing typical AHOs compared with those who had surgery only. The highest prevalence rates were observed among TCSs who had undergone PBCT-high. Further, the number of TCSs describing typical AHOs, except Raynaud's phenomenon, increased during the observation period of 16 years. At the last SW, a median of 4 AHOs (any type) were reported after PBCT-high compared with a median of 2 AHOs after Surgery-only or after PBCT-standard. With Surgery-only as reference, PBCT-high, but not PBCT-standard, was associated with decreasing physical HrQoL in the last SW (A2 Regression coefficient: -4.3; P = 0.008). When comparing all TCSs with Norms no clinically important difference in physical and mental HrQoL was observed at either SW. However, at the last SW, TCSs after PBCT-high therapy represented a subgroup of TCSs with clinically important impairment of HRQoL. Of the typical AHOs, only PSN reduced HrQoL. Chronic fatigue, pain, anxiety/depression, sexual dysfunction, unemployment, being single, and low education were additional covariates. CONCLUSIONS After a median of 28 years since their treatment, HrQoL in TCSs was found to be comparable to that of Norms. This similarity held true even though AHOs, especially after PBCT-high, were becoming more prevalent among TCSs. The study revealed that individuals with a history of PBCT-high are at a high risk of experiencing a significantly increased prevalence of long-term AHOs, which subsequently leads to diminished HrQoL. It is crucial to recognize and provide specialized attention to these TCSs during lifelong follow-up care.
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- S D Fosså
- Department of Oncology, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo; Institute of Clinical Medicine, University of Oslo, Oslo.
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- Department of Oncology, University Hospital of North Norway, Tromsø; Department of Clinical Medicine, UiT, The Arctic University, Tromsø
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- Department of Oncology, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo
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- Department of Oncology, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo
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- Department of Oncology, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo
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- Department of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo
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- Department of Research and Innovation, Møre and Romsdal Hospital Trust, Ålesund; Department of Registration, Cancer Registry of Norway, Oslo, Norway
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Rovito MJ, Allen KK, Perez AG, Albaladejo F, Craycraft M. Humor-Based Messaging in Testicular Cancer Awareness Campaigns: A Comparative Critical Review. Am J Mens Health 2023; 17:15579883231215343. [PMID: 38044499 PMCID: PMC10697052 DOI: 10.1177/15579883231215343] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/03/2023] [Revised: 10/13/2023] [Accepted: 10/24/2023] [Indexed: 12/05/2023] Open
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Extensive research showcases the extent and efficacy of humor-based messaging in general health promotion. However, the work describing humor's use within testicular cancer (TC) awareness is less developed. The aim of this comparative critical review was to determine the impact of using humor-based messaging in TC awareness campaigns to achieve a baseline assessment from which future research can be modeled. A literature search was conducted using seven databases to locate relevant literature. Three research questions guided this investigation: (1) To what extent has humor been used in TC awareness campaigns? (2) What does the literature reveal about the use of humor-based messaging on relevant health outcomes? (3) What are the limitations within current TC awareness strategies? Six studies were included in the review, of which three directly assessed the use of humor in TC awareness vis-à-vis intervention designs. Humor-based strategies were implemented to enhance knowledge of TC and testicular self-examination (TSE) procedures, reduce anxiety surrounding detection threat, and promote TSE. The rhetoric provided to men via various health interventions relied on humor and slang to promote TSE among males. Despite the small sample size of the included studies, this review determined that humor may be useful in reducing uncomfortable feelings surrounding TSE, increasing awareness of TC, and promoting TSE. When using humor-based messaging, however, the audience and type of humor implemented must be considered. Limited research exists assessing the long-term impact humor in TC promotion on health behavioral changes, easing anxieties related to detection, and increased self-efficacy surrounding TSE.
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- Michael J. Rovito
- College of Health Professions and Sciences, Department of Health Sciences, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL, USA
- Testicular Cancer Research Collaborative, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL, USA
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- Testicular Cancer Research Collaborative, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL, USA
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- Testicular Cancer Research Collaborative, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL, USA
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- Testicular Cancer Research Collaborative, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL, USA
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Rovito MJ, Allen K, Nangia A, Craycraft M, Cary C, Lutz M, Lyon T, Fadich A, Baird B, Welch MG, Alcantara A. A Call to Action to Review the USPSTF's Recommendation for Testicular Self-Examination. Am J Mens Health 2022; 16:15579883221130186. [PMID: 36214273 PMCID: PMC9558879 DOI: 10.1177/15579883221130186] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/26/2023] Open
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We urge the United States Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) to call for a formal review of the evidence regarding testicular self-examination (TSE). Twelve years have since passed since the evidence was last formally analyzed where normally re-reviews occur in 5-year cycles. If they would decide to move forward with this action, we ask for the USPSTF to review their methods for establishing recommendations to optimize their rating system operationalization process. Finally, emerging evidence demonstrates a net positive effect of TSE. This stands in contrast to the assertions of TSE's supposed harm that is prevalent in the literature as well as the rationale behind the USPSTF's "D" rating of TSE.
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- Michael J. Rovito
- Testicular Cancer Research
Collaborative, Department of Health Sciences, College of Health Professions and
Sciences, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL, USA,Michael J. Rovito, Testicular Cancer
Research Collaborative, Department of Health Sciences, College of Health
Professions and Sciences, University of Central Florida, 4364 Scorpius St., HS2
Room 215, Orlando, FL 32828, USA.
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- Testicular Cancer Research
Collaborative, Department of Health Sciences, College of Health Professions and
Sciences, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL, USA
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- Department of Urology, University of
Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, KS, USA
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- Indiana University, Indianapolis, IN,
USA
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- Michigan Institute of Urology, West
Bloomfield, MI, USA
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- Men’s Health Network, Washington, DC,
USA
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- Testicular Cancer Research
Collaborative, Department of Health Sciences, College of Health Professions and
Sciences, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL, USA
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- Testicular Cancer Research
Collaborative, Department of Health Sciences, College of Health Professions and
Sciences, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL, USA
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Jovanovski A, Zugna D, Di Cuonzo D, Lista P, Ciuffreda L, Merletti F, Rosato R, Richiardi L. Quality of life among germ-cell testicular cancer survivors: The effect of time since cancer diagnosis. PLoS One 2021; 16:e0258257. [PMID: 34614027 PMCID: PMC8494333 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0258257] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/12/2021] [Accepted: 09/22/2021] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION Testicular cancer is one of the most treatable cancers, with a 10-year survival of more than 95%. Many patients will be long-term survivors and this disease strikes men in an important phase of their lives, therefore the quality of life (QoL) among these patients is an area of particular interest. We aimed to study whether QoL in testicular cancer survivors depends on the time since cancer diagnosis. METHODS Data were collected from the EPSAM (Esposizioni postnatali e salute maschile) study, a case-control study on patients with testicular cancer, diagnosed between 1997 and 2008 in the province of Turin, Northern Italy, and interviewed between 2008 and 2010 (response rate among cases 57%). Patients were contacted through their oncologist at the San Giovanni Batista Hospital in Turin or through their general practitioner (GP) in the rest of the Province of Turin. QoL was assessed cross-sectionally using the short form 12 (SF-12) questionnaire, a generic short-form health survey that produces two summary scores, PCS (physical component score) and MCS (mental component score), to evaluate physical and mental health, respectively. RESULTS Out of 234 study patients, 125 cases were seminomas and 109 cases were nonseminomas. The mean age at diagnosis was 34.5 years. After adjusting for age, time since diagnosis was not associated with PCS and MCS scores. Among nonseminomas, the median PCS slightly increased (adjusted OR (odds ratio) for 5+ vs < 2 years since cancer diagnosis: 1.78 (1.17-2.73), p = 0.008) and MCS slightly decreased (adjusted OR per 1-year increase since cancer diagnosis: 0.92, 95% CI: 0.82-1.05, p = 0.23) with time. Similar findings of no association between time since diagnosis and PCS and MCS were found when the analyses were restricted to the subgroup of cancer patients contacted through their oncologist, whose response proportion was 82%. CONCLUSION In a study of testicular cancer patients interviewed cross-sectionally at 1 to more than 10 years since diagnosis, time since cancer diagnosis was not associated with QoL when we considered all germ-cell testicular cancer patients together. When stratified by histology type, we found certain evidence that nonseminoma cases report higher PCS over time since cancer diagnosis.
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- Aleksandar Jovanovski
- Cancer Epidemiology Unit, Department of Medical Sciences, University of Turin and CPO-Piemonte, Torino, Italy
- Department of Clinical and Biological Sciences, University of Turin, Turin, Italy
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- Cancer Epidemiology Unit, Department of Medical Sciences, University of Turin and CPO-Piemonte, Torino, Italy
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- Cancer Epidemiology Unit, Department of Medical Sciences, University of Turin and CPO-Piemonte, Torino, Italy
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- Medical Oncology Division 1, University Hospital "Citta’ della Salute e della Scienza", Turin, Italy
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- Medical Oncology Division 1, University Hospital "Citta’ della Salute e della Scienza", Turin, Italy
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- Cancer Epidemiology Unit, Department of Medical Sciences, University of Turin and CPO-Piemonte, Torino, Italy
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- Cancer Epidemiology Unit, Department of Medical Sciences, University of Turin and CPO-Piemonte, Torino, Italy
- Department of Psychology, University of Turin, Turin, Italy
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- Cancer Epidemiology Unit, Department of Medical Sciences, University of Turin and CPO-Piemonte, Torino, Italy
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Mercieca-Bebber R, Naher SK, Rincones O, Smith AB, Stockler MR. Patient-Reported Outcomes Associated with Treatments for Testicular Cancer: A Systematic Review. PATIENT-RELATED OUTCOME MEASURES 2021; 12:129-171. [PMID: 34135651 PMCID: PMC8197618 DOI: 10.2147/prom.s242754] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/26/2021] [Accepted: 05/11/2021] [Indexed: 01/06/2023]
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Background Testicular cancer and its treatment can have major short- and long-term effects on the health-related quality of life of those affected. This systematic review aims to summarise patient-reported outcome (PRO) data concerning health-related quality of life, functional impacts and common side-effects of treatments for testicular cancer. Methods We systematically searched Medline OVID, CINAHL, PubMed, Embase and the Patient-Reported Outcomes Over Time In Oncology (PROMOTION) databases from inception to 25 March 2020, using "testicular cancer" and "PRO" search terms developed in conjunction with a medical librarian. Two authors screened abstracts and full-text articles for studies that reported primary PRO data related to the treatment of testicular cancer including at least 50 participants. We excluded psychosocial data as this was included in our companion review. Data were extracted by three reviewers, and quality was assessed by two reviewers using QUAL-SYST. Studies with a quality of score over 65% were included in our narrative synthesis. Results A total of 1831 records were identified via our database searches and 41 met inclusion criteria. Of these, 35 included participants who had chemotherapy. Twenty-eight different PRO measures were used across the 41 studies. Of the 41 studies, 29 had quality scores over 65% and were included in our narrative synthesis. We found that chemotherapy was generally associated with a higher side-effect burden than other treatments, and higher burden was associated with higher doses of chemotherapy. Hearing problems, peripheral neuropathy, and Raynaud's phenomena were particularly common side-effects. Problems with sexual functioning were associated with chemotherapy, radiotherapy and surgery. Discussion While many studies found that between-treatment differences resolved within the first 12 months since diagnosis, there were many long-term and dose-dependent impacts associated with chemotherapy and radiotherapy across PRO domains. Offering information about these aspects, and information about expected survival outcomes, will help inform, prepare, and empower patients to make decisions about treatment aligned with their preferences and personal situations.
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- NHMRC Clinical Trials Centre, The University of Sydney, Camperdown, NSW, Australia
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- Centre for Oncology Education and Research Translation (CONCERT), Ingham Institute for Applied Medical Research & University of New South Wales, Liverpool, New South Wales, Australia
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- Centre for Oncology Education and Research Translation (CONCERT), Ingham Institute for Applied Medical Research & University of New South Wales, Liverpool, New South Wales, Australia
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- NHMRC Clinical Trials Centre, The University of Sydney, Camperdown, NSW, Australia
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Rovito MJ, Bruzzone A, Lee E, López Castillo H, Talton W, Taliaferro L, Falk D. Assessing Health-Related Quality of Life Among Survivors of Testicular Cancer: A Systematic Review. Am J Mens Health 2021; 15:1557988320982184. [PMID: 33451261 PMCID: PMC7812415 DOI: 10.1177/1557988320982184] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/16/2023] Open
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This study aimed to determine if the current health-related quality of life (HRQoL) tools created for survivors of testicular cancer are collecting the highest quality of data via a two-step methodological critique of both the seminal studies that produced a survivor of testicular cancer HRQoL tool (Phase 1) and the actual tool itself (Phase 2). It is the goal of this current article to present and discuss Phase 1. A systematic review aimed to assess the methodological quality of studies conducted to create instruments used to measure survivors of testicular cancer HRQoL. Five reviewers independently assessed each study with the 20-item Appraisal Tool for Cross-Sectional Studies (AXIS). Inter-rater agreement and Fleiss’ kappa was also assessed to ensure consistency in reported scores. Assessments for the EORTC QLQ-TC 26 and CAYA-T studies were low (AXIS 52.5%; IRA 95%; κ = 0.779) and fair (AXIS 65%; IRA 80%; κ = 0.599), respectively. Critical appraisal of the scales included issues within the three core AXIS domains. Primary concerns related to sampling methodology and the lack of a qualitative component of their core conceptual development phase. Both reviewed seminal studies have significant methodological concerns that question the tools’ quality. Next steps include extensive appraisal of the psychometric properties of the EORTC QLQ TC-26 and the CAYA-T to complete the comprehensive review. Accurate and reliable data are necessary to understand survivor of testicular cancer HRQoL and assist in building the bridge of communication between health care professionals and survivors to help to improve patient outcomes.
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- Michael J Rovito
- Department of Health Sciences, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL, USA.,Department of Population Health Sciences, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL, USA
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- Department of Health Sciences, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL, USA.,Department of Population Health Sciences, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL, USA
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- Department of Health Sciences, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL, USA.,Department of Population Health Sciences, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL, USA
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- Department of Health Sciences, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL, USA.,Department of Population Health Sciences, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL, USA
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- Department of Health Sciences, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL, USA.,Department of Population Health Sciences, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL, USA
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- Department of Population Health Sciences, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL, USA
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- Department of Social Sciences and Health Policy, Wake Forest University, Winston Salem, NC, USA
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Rübenthaler J, Kim SH, Kunz WG, Sommer WH, Trottmann M, Clevert DA, Froelich MF. Should We Use Contrast-Enhanced Ultrasound (CEUS) for the Characterization of Nonpalpable Testicular Lesions? An Analysis from a Cost-Effectiveness Perspective. ULTRASCHALL IN DER MEDIZIN (STUTTGART, GERMANY : 1980) 2020; 41:668-674. [PMID: 31597180 DOI: 10.1055/a-1010-5955] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/10/2023]
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PURPOSE Accurate characterization of testicular lesions is crucial to allow for correct treatment of malignant tumors and to avoid unnecessary procedures in benign ones. In recent years, contrast-enhanced ultrasound (CEUS) proved to be superior in specifying the dignity of small, nonpalpable testicular lesions (< 1.5 cm) compared to native B-mode and color Doppler ultrasound which were previously regarded as the primary imaging method. However, the cost-effectiveness of CEUS has not been evaluated yet. The aim of this study was to analyze the cost-effectiveness of CEUS as compared to unenhanced ultrasound for the characterization of nonpalpable testicular lesions. METHODS A decision model based on Markov simulations estimated lifetime costs and quality-adjusted life years (QALYs) associated with unenhanced ultrasound and CEUS. Model input parameters were obtained from recent literature. Deterministic sensitivity analysis of diagnostic parameters and costs was performed. Also, probabilistic sensitivity analysis using Monte-Carlo Modelling was applied. The willingness-to-pay (WTP) was set to $100 000/QALY. RESULTS In the base-case scenario, unenhanced ultrasound resulted in total costs of $5113.14 and an expected effectiveness of 8.29 QALYs, whereas CEUS resulted in total costs of $4397.77 with 8.35 QALYs. Therefore, the unenhanced ultrasound strategy was dominated by CEUS in the base-case scenario. Sensitivity analysis showed CEUS to be the cost-effective alternative along a broad range of costs. CONCLUSION Contrast-enhanced ultrasound is a cost-effective imaging method for the characterization of nonpalpable testicular lesions.
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- Johannes Rübenthaler
- Department of Radiology, Interdisciplinary ultrasound-center, University-Hospital LMU Munich, Germany
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- Department of Radiology, Interdisciplinary ultrasound-center, University-Hospital LMU Munich, Germany
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- Department of Radiology, Interdisciplinary ultrasound-center, University-Hospital LMU Munich, Germany
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- Department of Radiology, Interdisciplinary ultrasound-center, University-Hospital LMU Munich, Germany
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- Department of Radiology, Interdisciplinary ultrasound-center, University-Hospital LMU Munich, Germany
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- Institute of Clinical Radiology and Nuclear Medicine, University Medical Centre Mannheim, Germany
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Okada K, Fujita K, Fukuhara S, Kiuchi H, Uemura M, Imamura R, Nonomura N. Erectile Dysfunction in Germ Cell Tumor Survivors. World J Mens Health 2020; 39:533-540. [PMID: 32777864 PMCID: PMC8255390 DOI: 10.5534/wjmh.200042] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/18/2020] [Revised: 05/30/2020] [Accepted: 06/16/2020] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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Purpose Germ cell tumors (GCTs) are the most common malignant neoplasms in adolescents and young adults, and most patients with these tumors can be completely cured. Therefore, maintaining quality of life (QOL) is important. Erectile dysfunction (ED) is one factor that reduces the QOL of GCT survivors. We aimed to clarify the relationship between ED and age, follow-up period, serum levels of hormones, and treatment methods for GCT survivors. Materials and Methods We evaluated ED using the Sexual Health Inventory for Men questionnaire (SHIM) and measured serum levels of hormones in survivors after GCT treatment. The relationships between the SHIM score responses and age, serum levels of hormones, follow-up period, and treatment methods were assessed using a logistic analysis. Results Fifty-two GCT survivors were enrolled and 46 survivors completed the SHIM. The median age, follow-up period, and SHIM score were 38 years, 35 months, and 18, respectively. Regarding the SHIM scores, 85% had scores <22 and 46% had scores <17. The percentage of SHIM scores <17 was 69% in patients with under 2 years of follow-up. It significantly improved to 33% in patients with over 2 years of follow-up. The multivariate analysis identified the follow-up period as an independent factor for SHIM scores <17. Age, serum levels of hormone, and treatment method were not significant factors for SHIM scores <17. Conclusions Improvement of SHIM score can be expected after GCT treatment regardless of age, serum levels of hormone, and treatment method.
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- Koichi Okada
- Department of Urology, Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine, Suita, Japan
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- Department of Urology, Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine, Suita, Japan.
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- Department of Urology, Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine, Suita, Japan
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- Department of Urology, Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine, Suita, Japan
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- Department of Urology, Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine, Suita, Japan
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- Department of Urology, Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine, Suita, Japan
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- Department of Urology, Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine, Suita, Japan
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Chatsirisupachai K, Kitdumrongthum S, Panvongsa W, Janpipatkul K, Worakitchanon W, Lertjintanakit S, Wongtrakoongate P, Chairoungdua A. Expression and roles of system L amino acid transporters in human embryonal carcinoma cells. Andrology 2020; 8:1844-1858. [PMID: 32741077 DOI: 10.1111/andr.12880] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/25/2019] [Revised: 07/26/2020] [Accepted: 07/28/2020] [Indexed: 01/17/2023]
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BACKGROUND Testicular germ cell tumors (TGCTs) are the most common malignant cancer in young men. Although TGCTs are generally responsive to platinum-based chemotherapy particularly cisplatin, acquired resistance in patients with metastasis still occurs resulting in poor prognosis. Specifically, differentiation of embryonal carcinoma (EC) cells, the stem cells of TGCTs, can lead to the reduction of cisplatin responsiveness. Therefore, novel therapeutic strategies for TGCTs are needed. System L amino acid transporters have been reported to be up-regulated and to play an important role in tumorigenesis. However, expression and role of system L amino acid transporters in TGCTs remain elusive. MATERIALS AND METHODS Expression of system L amino acid transporters was analyzed in TGCT samples from The Cancer Genome Atlas (TCGA). Expression of LAT1, LAT2, and 4F2hc was examined in human embryonal carcinoma cell line NTERA2. Roles of system L amino acid transporters on NTERA2 cell survival, cell proliferation, pluripotency, and cisplatin sensitivity were evaluated. RESULTS Based upon TCGA datasets, we found that two isoforms of system L (LAT1 and LAT2) and their chaperone protein 4F2hc are highly expressed in EC samples compared with other groups. Treatment with the system L inhibitor BCH significantly suppressed leucine uptake into the pluripotent EC cell line NTERA2. The malignant phenotypes including cell viability, cell proliferation, and clonal ability were decreased following BCH treatment. Nonetheless, system L inhibition did not alter expression of stemness genes in NTERA2 cells. After NTERA2 differentiation, expressions of LAT1 and LAT2 were decreased. Finally, co-administration of BCH enhanced cisplatin sensitivity in both undifferentiated and differentiated cells. These effects were associated with the reduction in p70S6K phosphorylation. CONCLUSION Taken together, these results shed light on the roles of system L amino acid transporters in TGCTs. Therefore, system L amino acid transporters could provide novel therapeutic targets for treatment against TGCTs.
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- Toxicology Graduate Program, Faculty of Science, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Science, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Science, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand.,Center for Neuroscience, Faculty of Science, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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- Department of Physiology, Faculty of Science, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand.,Toxicology Graduate Program, Faculty of Science, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand.,Excellent Center for Drug Discovery (ECDD), Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand
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Agrawal V, Dinh PC, Fung C, Monahan PO, Althouse SK, Norton K, Cary C, Einhorn L, Fossa SD, Adra N, Travis LB. Adverse Health Outcomes Among US Testicular Cancer Survivors After Cisplatin-Based Chemotherapy vs Surgical Management. JNCI Cancer Spectr 2019; 4:pkz079. [PMID: 32190815 PMCID: PMC7065712 DOI: 10.1093/jncics/pkz079] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/31/2019] [Revised: 03/14/2019] [Accepted: 09/27/2019] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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We evaluated for the first time, to our knowledge, adverse health outcomes (AHOs) among US testicular cancer survivors (TCS) given chemotherapy (n = 381) vs surgery-only patients (n = 98) managed at a single institution, accounting for non-treatment-related risk factors to delineate chemotherapy’s impact. Chemotherapy consisted largely of bleomycin-etoposide-cisplatin (BEP) administered in three or four cycles (BEPx3, n = 235; BEPx4, n = 82). Incidence of at least 3 AHOs was lowest in surgery-only TCS and increased with BEPx3, BEPx4, and other cisplatin-based regimens (12.2%, 40.8%, 52.5%, 54.8%; P < .0001). Multivariable modeling assessed associations of risk factors and treatment with hearing impairment, tinnitus, peripheral neuropathy, and Raynaud phenomenon. Risk for each AHO statistically increased with both increasing chemotherapy burden (P < .0001) and selected modifiable risk factors (P < .05): hypertension (odds ratio [OR] = 2.40) and noise exposure (OR ≥ 2.3) for hearing impairment; noise exposure for tinnitus (OR ≥ 1.69); peripheral vascular disease for neuropathy (OR = 8.72); and current smoking for Raynaud phenomenon (OR = 2.41). Clinicians should manage modifiable risk factors for AHOs among TCS.
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- Vaibhav Agrawal
- Division of Hematology-Oncology, Department of Medicine, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN
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- Division of Hematology-Oncology, Department of Medicine, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN.,Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Indiana University of Public Health, Bloomington, IN
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- Division of Hematology-Oncology, Department of Medicine, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN.,Division of Hematology and Oncology, Department of Medicine, University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry, James P. Wilmot Cancer Institute, Rochester, NY
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- Department of Biostatistics, Indiana University Melvin and Bren Simon Cancer Center, Indianapolis, IN
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- Department of Biostatistics, Indiana University Melvin and Bren Simon Cancer Center, Indianapolis, IN
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- Division of Hematology-Oncology, Department of Medicine, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN
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- Division of Hematology-Oncology, Department of Medicine, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN.,Department of Urology, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN
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- Division of Hematology-Oncology, Department of Medicine, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN
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- Division of Hematology-Oncology, Department of Medicine, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN.,Department of Oncology, Oslo University Hospital, Radium Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- Division of Hematology-Oncology, Department of Medicine, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN
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- Division of Hematology-Oncology, Department of Medicine, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN
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Schepisi G, De Padova S, De Lisi D, Casadei C, Meggiolaro E, Ruffilli F, Rosti G, Lolli C, Ravaglia G, Conteduca V, Farolfi A, Grassi L, De Giorgi U. Psychosocial Issues in Long-Term Survivors of Testicular Cancer. Front Endocrinol (Lausanne) 2019; 10:113. [PMID: 30858829 PMCID: PMC6397854 DOI: 10.3389/fendo.2019.00113] [Citation(s) in RCA: 32] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/08/2019] [Accepted: 02/07/2019] [Indexed: 01/20/2023] Open
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Testicular cancer is the most frequent tumor in young males aged 15-39 years. As cure rates are currently around 90%, the prevalence of survivors is increasing. However, a disease-free condition does not necessarily correspond to a life free of physical and psychosocial health problems. The aim of this review was to explore psychosocial morbidity among testicular cancer survivors. A literature search was conducted in three electronic databases (PubMed, Medline, and Embase). The results of the search on cancer survivors were then combined with those of the search on psychosocial concerns and work performance. Eighty-four publications met the inclusion criteria. Physical, psychological, work-related problems and changing perspectives about work and life in general influenced life and career decisions among testicular cancer survivors. Individual health, sexual relationships and work problems, affect several important aspects of survival and significantly influence the QoL of long-term survivors.
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- Giuseppe Schepisi
- Medical Oncology Department, Istituto Scientifico Romagnolo per lo Studio e la Cura dei Tumori IRCCS, Meldola, Italy
- *Correspondence: Giuseppe Schepisi
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- Psycho-Oncology Unit, Istituto Scientifico Romagnolo per lo Studio e la Cura dei Tumori IRCCS, Meldola, Italy
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- Medical Oncology Department, Santa Chiara Hospital, Trento, Italy
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- Medical Oncology Department, Istituto Scientifico Romagnolo per lo Studio e la Cura dei Tumori IRCCS, Meldola, Italy
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- Psycho-Oncology Unit, Istituto Scientifico Romagnolo per lo Studio e la Cura dei Tumori IRCCS, Meldola, Italy
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- Psycho-Oncology Unit, Istituto Scientifico Romagnolo per lo Studio e la Cura dei Tumori IRCCS, Meldola, Italy
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- Medical Oncology Department, Istituto Scientifico Romagnolo per lo Studio e la Cura dei Tumori IRCCS, Meldola, Italy
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- Medical Oncology Department, Istituto Scientifico Romagnolo per lo Studio e la Cura dei Tumori IRCCS, Meldola, Italy
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- Unit of Biostatistics and Clinical Trials, Istituto Scientifico Romagnolo per lo Studio e la Cura dei Tumori IRCCS, Meldola, Italy
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- Medical Oncology Department, Istituto Scientifico Romagnolo per lo Studio e la Cura dei Tumori IRCCS, Meldola, Italy
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- Medical Oncology Department, Istituto Scientifico Romagnolo per lo Studio e la Cura dei Tumori IRCCS, Meldola, Italy
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- Hospital Psychiatry Unit, Department of Biomedical and Specialty Surgical Sciences, Integrated Department of Mental Health and Addictive Behavior, Institute of Psychiatry, St. Anna University Hospital and NHS Community Health Trusts, University of Ferrara, Ferrara, Italy
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- Medical Oncology Department, Istituto Scientifico Romagnolo per lo Studio e la Cura dei Tumori IRCCS, Meldola, Italy
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Sztankay M, Aaronson NK, Arraras JI, Basso U, Bumbasirevic U, Efficace F, Giesinger JM, Johnson CD, van Leeuwen M, Oberguggenberger AS, Sosnowski R, Young T, Holzner B. International phase IV validation study of an EORTC quality of life questionnaire for testicular cancer patients: the EORTC QLQ-TC26. BMC Cancer 2018; 18:1104. [PMID: 30419889 PMCID: PMC6233273 DOI: 10.1186/s12885-018-5036-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/21/2018] [Accepted: 09/04/2018] [Indexed: 12/30/2022] Open
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Background Given the high cure-rate for testicular cancer (TC) and the patients’ young age, comprehensive evaluation of health-related quality of life (HRQOL) is an important consideration in this patient population. The EORTC QLQ-TC26 questionnaire module has been developed to supplement the EORTC QLQ-C30 in assessing TC-specific HRQOL in clinical trials and routine clinical practice. This international, multicentre phase IV validation study evaluated the psychometric properties of the new module. Methods This international, multicentre phase IV validation study enrolled testicular cancer patients from seven European countries. Patients completed the EORTC quality of life core questionnaire EORTC QLQ-C30 and the QLQ-TC26 at two consecutive time points and a debriefing questionnaire regarding the QLQ-TC26 after baseline assessment. Psychometric evaluation included examination of the hypothesized module scale structure, internal consistency and test-retest reliability, known-groups validity, responsiveness to change over time and cross-cultural acceptability. Results Data from 313 patients (mean age 38.6, SD 9.5) were analysed. All items exhibited a high completion rate with less than 2.4% missing values except for the sexuality items (up to 8.8%). The confirmatory factor analysis supported the hypothesised scale structure of the QLQ-TC26. Test-retest reliability was good for 8 of 12 scales (intraclass correlation: R t1|t2 ranged from 0.71–0.91) and four scales did not meet the acceptable criteria. Internal consistency was good for all twelve scales (Cronbach alpha = 0.79–0.90), except Communication (alpha = 0.67) and Sexual Functioning (alpha = 0.62). The module was able to distinguish clearly between patients with differing clinical status. Responsiveness to change over time was acceptable. Conclusion The EORTC QLQ-TC26 is a valid, reliable and well-accepted condition-specific questionnaire, supplementing the EORTC QLQ-C30, for the assessment of testicular cancer patients’ HRQOL in clinical trials. Electronic supplementary material The online version of this article (10.1186/s12885-018-5036-8) contains supplementary material, which is available to authorized users.
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- Monika Sztankay
- Medical University of Innsbruck, University Hospital Innsbruck, Psychiatry II, Innsbruck, Austria. .,Department of Psychiatry, Psychotherapy & Psychosomatics, Medical University of Innsbruck, Anichstrasse 35, Innsbruck, Austria.
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- Division of Psychosocial Research & Epidemiology, The Netherlands Cancer Institute, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Medical Oncology Department, Hospital of Navarre, Navarre, Spain
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- Medical Oncology 1, Istituto Oncologico Veneto (IOV) IRCCS, Padova, Italy
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- Clinic of Urology, Clinical Center of Serbia, University of Belgrade, Belgrade, Serbia
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- Health Outcomes Research Unit, Italian Group for Adult Hematologic Diseases (GIMEMA), Rome, Italy
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- Medical University of Innsbruck, University Hospital Innsbruck, Psychiatry II, Innsbruck, Austria
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- University Surgical Unit, University of Southampton, Southampton University Hospitals, Southampton, UK
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- Division of Psychosocial Research & Epidemiology, The Netherlands Cancer Institute, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Medical University of Innsbruck, University Hospital Innsbruck, Psychiatry II, Innsbruck, Austria
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- Urooncology Department, Maria Sklodowska Curie Memorial Cancer Hospital, Warsaw, Poland
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- Jackson Macmillan Centre, East & North Hertfordshire NHS Trust including Mount Vernon Cancer Center, Northwood Middlesex, UK
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- Medical University of Innsbruck, University Hospital Innsbruck, Psychiatry II, Innsbruck, Austria
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Testicular cancer is the most common malignancy among men between 14 and 44 years of age, and its incidence has risen over the past two decades in Western countries. Both genetic and environmental factors contribute to the development of testicular cancer, for which cryptorchidism is the most common risk factor. Progress has been made in our understanding of the disease since the initial description of carcinoma in situ of the testis in 1972 (now referred to as germ cell neoplasia in situ), which has led to improved treatment options. The combination of surgery and cisplatin-based chemotherapy has resulted in a cure rate of >90% in patients with testicular cancer, although some patients become refractory to chemotherapy or have a late relapse; an improved understanding of the molecular determinants underlying tumour sensitivity and resistance may lead to the development of novel therapies for these patients. This Primer provides an overview of the biology, epidemiology, diagnosis and current treatment guidelines for testicular cancer, with a focus on germ cell tumours. We also outline areas for future research and what to expect in the next decade for testicular cancer.
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Kerns SL, Fung C, Monahan PO, Ardeshir-Rouhani-Fard S, Abu Zaid MI, Williams AM, Stump TE, Sesso HD, Feldman DR, Hamilton RJ, Vaughn DJ, Beard C, Huddart RA, Kim J, Kollmannsberger C, Sahasrabudhe DM, Cook R, Fossa SD, Einhorn LH, Travis LB. Cumulative Burden of Morbidity Among Testicular Cancer Survivors After Standard Cisplatin-Based Chemotherapy: A Multi-Institutional Study. J Clin Oncol 2018; 36:1505-1512. [PMID: 29617189 DOI: 10.1200/jco.2017.77.0735] [Citation(s) in RCA: 74] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Purpose In this multicenter study, we evaluated the cumulative burden of morbidity (CBM) among > 1,200 testicular cancer survivors and applied factor analysis to determine the co-occurrence of adverse health outcomes (AHOs). Patients and Methods Participants were ≤ 55 years of age at diagnosis, finished first-line chemotherapy ≥ 1 year previously, completed a comprehensive questionnaire, and underwent physical examination. Treatment data were abstracted from medical records. A CBM score encompassed the number and severity of AHOs, with ordinal logistic regression used to assess associations with exposures. Nonlinear factor analysis and the nonparametric dimensionality evaluation to enumerate contributing traits procedure determined which AHOs co-occurred. Results Among 1,214 participants, approximately 20% had a high (15%) or very high/severe (4.1%) CBM score, whereas approximately 80% scored medium (30%) or low/very low (47%). Increased risks of higher scores were associated with four cycles of either ifosfamide, etoposide, and cisplatin (odds ratio [OR], 1.96; 95% CI, 1.04 to 3.71) or bleomycin, etoposide, and cisplatin (OR, 1.44; 95% CI, 1.04 to 1.98), older attained age (OR, 1.18; 95% CI, 1.10 to 1.26), current disability leave (OR, 3.53; 95% CI, 1.57 to 7.95), less than a college education (OR, 1.44; 95% CI, 1.11 to 1.87), and current or former smoking (OR, 1.28; 95% CI, 1.02 to 1.63). CBM score did not differ after either chemotherapy regimen ( P = .36). Asian race (OR, 0.41; 95% CI, 0.23 to 0.72) and vigorous exercise (OR, 0.68; 95% CI, 0.52 to 0.89) were protective. Variable clustering analyses identified six significant AHO clusters (χ2 P < .001): hearing loss/damage, tinnitus (OR, 16.3); hyperlipidemia, hypertension, diabetes (OR, 9.8); neuropathy, pain, Raynaud phenomenon (OR, 5.5); cardiovascular and related conditions (OR, 5.0); thyroid disease, erectile dysfunction (OR, 4.2); and depression/anxiety, hypogonadism (OR, 2.8). Conclusion Factors associated with higher CBM may identify testicular cancer survivors in need of closer monitoring. If confirmed, identified AHO clusters could guide the development of survivorship care strategies.
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- Sarah L Kerns
- Sarah L. Kerns, Chunkit Fung, AnnaLynn M. Williams, and Deepak M. Sahasrabudhe, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester; Darren R. Feldman, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY; Patrick O. Monahan, Shirin Ardeshir-Rouhani-Fard, Mohammad I. Abu Zaid, Timothy E. Stump, Ryan Cook, Lawrence H. Einhorn, and Lois B. Travis, Indiana University, Indianapolis, IN; Howard D. Sesso, Brigham and Women's Hospital; Clair Beard, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA; Robert J. Hamilton, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto, Ontario; Christian Kollmannsberger, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; David J. Vaughn, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA; Robert A. Huddart, The Royal Marsden Hospital, London, United Kingdom; Jeri Kim, MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX; and Sophie D. Fossa, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- Sarah L. Kerns, Chunkit Fung, AnnaLynn M. Williams, and Deepak M. Sahasrabudhe, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester; Darren R. Feldman, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY; Patrick O. Monahan, Shirin Ardeshir-Rouhani-Fard, Mohammad I. Abu Zaid, Timothy E. Stump, Ryan Cook, Lawrence H. Einhorn, and Lois B. Travis, Indiana University, Indianapolis, IN; Howard D. Sesso, Brigham and Women's Hospital; Clair Beard, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA; Robert J. Hamilton, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto, Ontario; Christian Kollmannsberger, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; David J. Vaughn, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA; Robert A. Huddart, The Royal Marsden Hospital, London, United Kingdom; Jeri Kim, MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX; and Sophie D. Fossa, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- Sarah L. Kerns, Chunkit Fung, AnnaLynn M. Williams, and Deepak M. Sahasrabudhe, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester; Darren R. Feldman, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY; Patrick O. Monahan, Shirin Ardeshir-Rouhani-Fard, Mohammad I. Abu Zaid, Timothy E. Stump, Ryan Cook, Lawrence H. Einhorn, and Lois B. Travis, Indiana University, Indianapolis, IN; Howard D. Sesso, Brigham and Women's Hospital; Clair Beard, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA; Robert J. Hamilton, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto, Ontario; Christian Kollmannsberger, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; David J. Vaughn, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA; Robert A. Huddart, The Royal Marsden Hospital, London, United Kingdom; Jeri Kim, MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX; and Sophie D. Fossa, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
| | - Shirin Ardeshir-Rouhani-Fard
- Sarah L. Kerns, Chunkit Fung, AnnaLynn M. Williams, and Deepak M. Sahasrabudhe, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester; Darren R. Feldman, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY; Patrick O. Monahan, Shirin Ardeshir-Rouhani-Fard, Mohammad I. Abu Zaid, Timothy E. Stump, Ryan Cook, Lawrence H. Einhorn, and Lois B. Travis, Indiana University, Indianapolis, IN; Howard D. Sesso, Brigham and Women's Hospital; Clair Beard, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA; Robert J. Hamilton, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto, Ontario; Christian Kollmannsberger, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; David J. Vaughn, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA; Robert A. Huddart, The Royal Marsden Hospital, London, United Kingdom; Jeri Kim, MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX; and Sophie D. Fossa, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
| | - Mohammad I Abu Zaid
- Sarah L. Kerns, Chunkit Fung, AnnaLynn M. Williams, and Deepak M. Sahasrabudhe, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester; Darren R. Feldman, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY; Patrick O. Monahan, Shirin Ardeshir-Rouhani-Fard, Mohammad I. Abu Zaid, Timothy E. Stump, Ryan Cook, Lawrence H. Einhorn, and Lois B. Travis, Indiana University, Indianapolis, IN; Howard D. Sesso, Brigham and Women's Hospital; Clair Beard, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA; Robert J. Hamilton, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto, Ontario; Christian Kollmannsberger, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; David J. Vaughn, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA; Robert A. Huddart, The Royal Marsden Hospital, London, United Kingdom; Jeri Kim, MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX; and Sophie D. Fossa, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
| | - AnnaLynn M Williams
- Sarah L. Kerns, Chunkit Fung, AnnaLynn M. Williams, and Deepak M. Sahasrabudhe, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester; Darren R. Feldman, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY; Patrick O. Monahan, Shirin Ardeshir-Rouhani-Fard, Mohammad I. Abu Zaid, Timothy E. Stump, Ryan Cook, Lawrence H. Einhorn, and Lois B. Travis, Indiana University, Indianapolis, IN; Howard D. Sesso, Brigham and Women's Hospital; Clair Beard, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA; Robert J. Hamilton, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto, Ontario; Christian Kollmannsberger, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; David J. Vaughn, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA; Robert A. Huddart, The Royal Marsden Hospital, London, United Kingdom; Jeri Kim, MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX; and Sophie D. Fossa, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
| | - Timothy E Stump
- Sarah L. Kerns, Chunkit Fung, AnnaLynn M. Williams, and Deepak M. Sahasrabudhe, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester; Darren R. Feldman, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY; Patrick O. Monahan, Shirin Ardeshir-Rouhani-Fard, Mohammad I. Abu Zaid, Timothy E. Stump, Ryan Cook, Lawrence H. Einhorn, and Lois B. Travis, Indiana University, Indianapolis, IN; Howard D. Sesso, Brigham and Women's Hospital; Clair Beard, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA; Robert J. Hamilton, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto, Ontario; Christian Kollmannsberger, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; David J. Vaughn, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA; Robert A. Huddart, The Royal Marsden Hospital, London, United Kingdom; Jeri Kim, MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX; and Sophie D. Fossa, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
| | - Howard D Sesso
- Sarah L. Kerns, Chunkit Fung, AnnaLynn M. Williams, and Deepak M. Sahasrabudhe, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester; Darren R. Feldman, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY; Patrick O. Monahan, Shirin Ardeshir-Rouhani-Fard, Mohammad I. Abu Zaid, Timothy E. Stump, Ryan Cook, Lawrence H. Einhorn, and Lois B. Travis, Indiana University, Indianapolis, IN; Howard D. Sesso, Brigham and Women's Hospital; Clair Beard, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA; Robert J. Hamilton, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto, Ontario; Christian Kollmannsberger, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; David J. Vaughn, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA; Robert A. Huddart, The Royal Marsden Hospital, London, United Kingdom; Jeri Kim, MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX; and Sophie D. Fossa, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
| | - Darren R Feldman
- Sarah L. Kerns, Chunkit Fung, AnnaLynn M. Williams, and Deepak M. Sahasrabudhe, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester; Darren R. Feldman, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY; Patrick O. Monahan, Shirin Ardeshir-Rouhani-Fard, Mohammad I. Abu Zaid, Timothy E. Stump, Ryan Cook, Lawrence H. Einhorn, and Lois B. Travis, Indiana University, Indianapolis, IN; Howard D. Sesso, Brigham and Women's Hospital; Clair Beard, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA; Robert J. Hamilton, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto, Ontario; Christian Kollmannsberger, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; David J. Vaughn, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA; Robert A. Huddart, The Royal Marsden Hospital, London, United Kingdom; Jeri Kim, MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX; and Sophie D. Fossa, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
| | - Robert J Hamilton
- Sarah L. Kerns, Chunkit Fung, AnnaLynn M. Williams, and Deepak M. Sahasrabudhe, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester; Darren R. Feldman, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY; Patrick O. Monahan, Shirin Ardeshir-Rouhani-Fard, Mohammad I. Abu Zaid, Timothy E. Stump, Ryan Cook, Lawrence H. Einhorn, and Lois B. Travis, Indiana University, Indianapolis, IN; Howard D. Sesso, Brigham and Women's Hospital; Clair Beard, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA; Robert J. Hamilton, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto, Ontario; Christian Kollmannsberger, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; David J. Vaughn, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA; Robert A. Huddart, The Royal Marsden Hospital, London, United Kingdom; Jeri Kim, MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX; and Sophie D. Fossa, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- Sarah L. Kerns, Chunkit Fung, AnnaLynn M. Williams, and Deepak M. Sahasrabudhe, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester; Darren R. Feldman, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY; Patrick O. Monahan, Shirin Ardeshir-Rouhani-Fard, Mohammad I. Abu Zaid, Timothy E. Stump, Ryan Cook, Lawrence H. Einhorn, and Lois B. Travis, Indiana University, Indianapolis, IN; Howard D. Sesso, Brigham and Women's Hospital; Clair Beard, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA; Robert J. Hamilton, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto, Ontario; Christian Kollmannsberger, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; David J. Vaughn, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA; Robert A. Huddart, The Royal Marsden Hospital, London, United Kingdom; Jeri Kim, MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX; and Sophie D. Fossa, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- Sarah L. Kerns, Chunkit Fung, AnnaLynn M. Williams, and Deepak M. Sahasrabudhe, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester; Darren R. Feldman, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY; Patrick O. Monahan, Shirin Ardeshir-Rouhani-Fard, Mohammad I. Abu Zaid, Timothy E. Stump, Ryan Cook, Lawrence H. Einhorn, and Lois B. Travis, Indiana University, Indianapolis, IN; Howard D. Sesso, Brigham and Women's Hospital; Clair Beard, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA; Robert J. Hamilton, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto, Ontario; Christian Kollmannsberger, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; David J. Vaughn, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA; Robert A. Huddart, The Royal Marsden Hospital, London, United Kingdom; Jeri Kim, MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX; and Sophie D. Fossa, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- Sarah L. Kerns, Chunkit Fung, AnnaLynn M. Williams, and Deepak M. Sahasrabudhe, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester; Darren R. Feldman, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY; Patrick O. Monahan, Shirin Ardeshir-Rouhani-Fard, Mohammad I. Abu Zaid, Timothy E. Stump, Ryan Cook, Lawrence H. Einhorn, and Lois B. Travis, Indiana University, Indianapolis, IN; Howard D. Sesso, Brigham and Women's Hospital; Clair Beard, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA; Robert J. Hamilton, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto, Ontario; Christian Kollmannsberger, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; David J. Vaughn, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA; Robert A. Huddart, The Royal Marsden Hospital, London, United Kingdom; Jeri Kim, MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX; and Sophie D. Fossa, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- Sarah L. Kerns, Chunkit Fung, AnnaLynn M. Williams, and Deepak M. Sahasrabudhe, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester; Darren R. Feldman, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY; Patrick O. Monahan, Shirin Ardeshir-Rouhani-Fard, Mohammad I. Abu Zaid, Timothy E. Stump, Ryan Cook, Lawrence H. Einhorn, and Lois B. Travis, Indiana University, Indianapolis, IN; Howard D. Sesso, Brigham and Women's Hospital; Clair Beard, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA; Robert J. Hamilton, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto, Ontario; Christian Kollmannsberger, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; David J. Vaughn, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA; Robert A. Huddart, The Royal Marsden Hospital, London, United Kingdom; Jeri Kim, MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX; and Sophie D. Fossa, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- Sarah L. Kerns, Chunkit Fung, AnnaLynn M. Williams, and Deepak M. Sahasrabudhe, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester; Darren R. Feldman, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY; Patrick O. Monahan, Shirin Ardeshir-Rouhani-Fard, Mohammad I. Abu Zaid, Timothy E. Stump, Ryan Cook, Lawrence H. Einhorn, and Lois B. Travis, Indiana University, Indianapolis, IN; Howard D. Sesso, Brigham and Women's Hospital; Clair Beard, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA; Robert J. Hamilton, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto, Ontario; Christian Kollmannsberger, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; David J. Vaughn, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA; Robert A. Huddart, The Royal Marsden Hospital, London, United Kingdom; Jeri Kim, MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX; and Sophie D. Fossa, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- Sarah L. Kerns, Chunkit Fung, AnnaLynn M. Williams, and Deepak M. Sahasrabudhe, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester; Darren R. Feldman, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY; Patrick O. Monahan, Shirin Ardeshir-Rouhani-Fard, Mohammad I. Abu Zaid, Timothy E. Stump, Ryan Cook, Lawrence H. Einhorn, and Lois B. Travis, Indiana University, Indianapolis, IN; Howard D. Sesso, Brigham and Women's Hospital; Clair Beard, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA; Robert J. Hamilton, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto, Ontario; Christian Kollmannsberger, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; David J. Vaughn, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA; Robert A. Huddart, The Royal Marsden Hospital, London, United Kingdom; Jeri Kim, MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX; and Sophie D. Fossa, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- Sarah L. Kerns, Chunkit Fung, AnnaLynn M. Williams, and Deepak M. Sahasrabudhe, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester; Darren R. Feldman, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY; Patrick O. Monahan, Shirin Ardeshir-Rouhani-Fard, Mohammad I. Abu Zaid, Timothy E. Stump, Ryan Cook, Lawrence H. Einhorn, and Lois B. Travis, Indiana University, Indianapolis, IN; Howard D. Sesso, Brigham and Women's Hospital; Clair Beard, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA; Robert J. Hamilton, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto, Ontario; Christian Kollmannsberger, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; David J. Vaughn, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA; Robert A. Huddart, The Royal Marsden Hospital, London, United Kingdom; Jeri Kim, MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX; and Sophie D. Fossa, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
| | - Sophie D Fossa
- Sarah L. Kerns, Chunkit Fung, AnnaLynn M. Williams, and Deepak M. Sahasrabudhe, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester; Darren R. Feldman, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY; Patrick O. Monahan, Shirin Ardeshir-Rouhani-Fard, Mohammad I. Abu Zaid, Timothy E. Stump, Ryan Cook, Lawrence H. Einhorn, and Lois B. Travis, Indiana University, Indianapolis, IN; Howard D. Sesso, Brigham and Women's Hospital; Clair Beard, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA; Robert J. Hamilton, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto, Ontario; Christian Kollmannsberger, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; David J. Vaughn, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA; Robert A. Huddart, The Royal Marsden Hospital, London, United Kingdom; Jeri Kim, MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX; and Sophie D. Fossa, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
| | - Lawrence H Einhorn
- Sarah L. Kerns, Chunkit Fung, AnnaLynn M. Williams, and Deepak M. Sahasrabudhe, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester; Darren R. Feldman, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY; Patrick O. Monahan, Shirin Ardeshir-Rouhani-Fard, Mohammad I. Abu Zaid, Timothy E. Stump, Ryan Cook, Lawrence H. Einhorn, and Lois B. Travis, Indiana University, Indianapolis, IN; Howard D. Sesso, Brigham and Women's Hospital; Clair Beard, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA; Robert J. Hamilton, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto, Ontario; Christian Kollmannsberger, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; David J. Vaughn, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA; Robert A. Huddart, The Royal Marsden Hospital, London, United Kingdom; Jeri Kim, MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX; and Sophie D. Fossa, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
| | - Lois B Travis
- Sarah L. Kerns, Chunkit Fung, AnnaLynn M. Williams, and Deepak M. Sahasrabudhe, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester; Darren R. Feldman, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY; Patrick O. Monahan, Shirin Ardeshir-Rouhani-Fard, Mohammad I. Abu Zaid, Timothy E. Stump, Ryan Cook, Lawrence H. Einhorn, and Lois B. Travis, Indiana University, Indianapolis, IN; Howard D. Sesso, Brigham and Women's Hospital; Clair Beard, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA; Robert J. Hamilton, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto, Ontario; Christian Kollmannsberger, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; David J. Vaughn, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA; Robert A. Huddart, The Royal Marsden Hospital, London, United Kingdom; Jeri Kim, MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX; and Sophie D. Fossa, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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Predicting Cardiovascular Disease Among Testicular Cancer Survivors After Modern Cisplatin-based Chemotherapy: Application of the Framingham Risk Score. Clin Genitourin Cancer 2018. [PMID: 29534941 DOI: 10.1016/j.clgc.2018.01.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/22/2023]
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BACKGROUND Testicular cancer survivors (TCSs) are at increased risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) after cisplatin-based chemotherapy (CBCT). Identifying at-risk survivors would allow early intervention, but risk prediction tools such as the Framingham Risk Score (FRS) have not been applied to TCSs given modern chemotherapy. METHODS TCSs > 1 year post-CBCT were evaluated. Associations between FRS and clinical, socioeconomic, and lifestyle measures and treatment regimen (4 cycles, etoposide and cisplatin [EP × 4]); 3 or 4 cycles, bleomycin plus EP (BEP × 3, BEP × 4) were analyzed with general linear multivariable models. Controls from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey were matched 1:1 to TCSs by age, race, and education with differences in mean FRS evaluated with 2-sided t tests. RESULTS Of 787 TCSs (median age, 37.3 years; median follow-up, 4.2 years), 284, 342, and 161 received EP × 4, BEP × 3, or BEP × 4, respectively. TCSs had higher median systolic blood pressure (126 vs. 119 mm Hg; P < .001), but fewer were smokers (8.4% vs. 28.2%; P < .001) than controls. In multivariable analysis, no significant differences in FRS between EP × 4, BEP × 3, and BEP × 4 were observed, but less than college education (P < .001) and lack of vigorous exercise (P = .006) were associated with higher FRS. Mean FRS did not differ between TCSs and controls (6.8% vs. 7.3%; P = .67). CONCLUSION This is the first study to apply the office-based FRS to TCSs. Chemotherapy regimen (BEP × 3 vs. EP × 4) was not associated with FRS, but less educated and less vigorously active patients had higher FRS, and present a high-risk subgroup for intense follow-up and counseling.
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Fung C, Sesso HD, Williams AM, Kerns SL, Monahan P, Abu Zaid M, Feldman DR, Hamilton RJ, Vaughn DJ, Beard CJ, Kollmannsberger CK, Cook R, Althouse S, Ardeshir-Rouhani-Fard S, Lipshultz SE, Einhorn LH, Fossa SD, Travis LB. Multi-Institutional Assessment of Adverse Health Outcomes Among North American Testicular Cancer Survivors After Modern Cisplatin-Based Chemotherapy. J Clin Oncol 2017; 35:1211-1222. [PMID: 28240972 PMCID: PMC5455601 DOI: 10.1200/jco.2016.70.3108] [Citation(s) in RCA: 64] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/19/2023] Open
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Purpose To provide new information on adverse health outcomes (AHOs) in testicular cancer survivors (TCSs) after four cycles of etoposide and cisplatin (EPX4) or three or four cycles of bleomycin, etoposide, cisplatin (BEPX3/BEPX4). Methods Nine hundred fifty-two TCSs > 1 year postchemotherapy underwent physical examination and completed a questionnaire. Multinomial logistic regression estimated AHOs odds ratios (ORs) in relation to age, cumulative cisplatin and/or bleomycin dose, time since chemotherapy, sociodemographic factors, and health behaviors. Results Median age at evaluation was 37 years; median time since chemotherapy was 4.3 years. Chemotherapy consisted largely of BEPX3 (38.2%), EPX4 (30.9%), and BEPX4 (17.9%). None, one to two, three to four, or five or more AHOs were reported by 20.4%, 42.0%, 25.1%, and 12.5% of TCSs, respectively. Median number after EPX4 or BEPX3 was two (range, zero to nine and zero to 11, respectively; P > .05) and two (range, zero to 10) after BEPX4. When comparing individual AHOs for EPX4 versus BEPX3, Raynaud phenomenon (11.6% v 21.4%; P < .01), peripheral neuropathy (29.2% v 21.4%; P = .02), and obesity (25.5% v 33.0%; P = .04) differed. Larger cumulative bleomycin doses (OR, 1.44 per 90,000 IU) were significantly associated with five or more AHOs. Increasing age was a significant risk factor for one to two, three to four, or five or more AHOs versus zero AHOs (OR, 1.22, 1.50, and 1.87 per 5 years, respectively; P < .01); vigorous physical activity was protective (OR, 0.62, 0.51, and 0.41, respectively; P < .05). Significant risk factors for three to four and five or more AHOs included current (OR, 3.05 and 3.73) or former (OR, 1.61 and 1.76) smoking ( P < .05). Self-reported health was excellent/very good in 59.9% of TCSs but decreased as AHOs increased ( P < .001). Conclusion Numbers of AHOs after EPX4 or BEPX3 appear similar, with median follow-up of 4.3 years. A healthy lifestyle was associated with reduced number of AHOs.
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- Chunkit Fung
- Chunkit Fung, Annalynn M. Williams, and Sarah L. Kerns, University of Rochester Medical Center, James P. Wilmot Cancer Institute, Rochester; Darren R. Feldman, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY; Howard D. Sesso, Brigham and Women’s Hospital; Clair J. Beard, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA; Patrick Monahan, Mohammad Abu Zaid, Ryan Cook, Sandra Althouse, Shirin Ardeshir-Rouhani-Fard, Lawrence H. Einhorn, and Lois B. Travis, Indiana University Melvin and Bren Simon Cancer Center, Indianapolis, IN; Robert J. Hamilton, Princess Margaret Cancer Center, Toronto, Ontario; Christian K. Kollmannsberger, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; David J. Vaughn, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA; Steve E. Lipshultz, Wayne State University School of Medicine; Steve E. Lipshultz, Children’s Hospital of Michigan; Steve E. Lipshultz, Karmanos Cancer Institute, Detroit, MI; and Sophie D. Fossa, Oslo University Hospital, Radium Hospital, Oslo, Norway
| | - Howard D. Sesso
- Chunkit Fung, Annalynn M. Williams, and Sarah L. Kerns, University of Rochester Medical Center, James P. Wilmot Cancer Institute, Rochester; Darren R. Feldman, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY; Howard D. Sesso, Brigham and Women’s Hospital; Clair J. Beard, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA; Patrick Monahan, Mohammad Abu Zaid, Ryan Cook, Sandra Althouse, Shirin Ardeshir-Rouhani-Fard, Lawrence H. Einhorn, and Lois B. Travis, Indiana University Melvin and Bren Simon Cancer Center, Indianapolis, IN; Robert J. Hamilton, Princess Margaret Cancer Center, Toronto, Ontario; Christian K. Kollmannsberger, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; David J. Vaughn, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA; Steve E. Lipshultz, Wayne State University School of Medicine; Steve E. Lipshultz, Children’s Hospital of Michigan; Steve E. Lipshultz, Karmanos Cancer Institute, Detroit, MI; and Sophie D. Fossa, Oslo University Hospital, Radium Hospital, Oslo, Norway
| | - Annalynn M. Williams
- Chunkit Fung, Annalynn M. Williams, and Sarah L. Kerns, University of Rochester Medical Center, James P. Wilmot Cancer Institute, Rochester; Darren R. Feldman, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY; Howard D. Sesso, Brigham and Women’s Hospital; Clair J. Beard, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA; Patrick Monahan, Mohammad Abu Zaid, Ryan Cook, Sandra Althouse, Shirin Ardeshir-Rouhani-Fard, Lawrence H. Einhorn, and Lois B. Travis, Indiana University Melvin and Bren Simon Cancer Center, Indianapolis, IN; Robert J. Hamilton, Princess Margaret Cancer Center, Toronto, Ontario; Christian K. Kollmannsberger, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; David J. Vaughn, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA; Steve E. Lipshultz, Wayne State University School of Medicine; Steve E. Lipshultz, Children’s Hospital of Michigan; Steve E. Lipshultz, Karmanos Cancer Institute, Detroit, MI; and Sophie D. Fossa, Oslo University Hospital, Radium Hospital, Oslo, Norway
| | - Sarah L. Kerns
- Chunkit Fung, Annalynn M. Williams, and Sarah L. Kerns, University of Rochester Medical Center, James P. Wilmot Cancer Institute, Rochester; Darren R. Feldman, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY; Howard D. Sesso, Brigham and Women’s Hospital; Clair J. Beard, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA; Patrick Monahan, Mohammad Abu Zaid, Ryan Cook, Sandra Althouse, Shirin Ardeshir-Rouhani-Fard, Lawrence H. Einhorn, and Lois B. Travis, Indiana University Melvin and Bren Simon Cancer Center, Indianapolis, IN; Robert J. Hamilton, Princess Margaret Cancer Center, Toronto, Ontario; Christian K. Kollmannsberger, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; David J. Vaughn, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA; Steve E. Lipshultz, Wayne State University School of Medicine; Steve E. Lipshultz, Children’s Hospital of Michigan; Steve E. Lipshultz, Karmanos Cancer Institute, Detroit, MI; and Sophie D. Fossa, Oslo University Hospital, Radium Hospital, Oslo, Norway
| | - Patrick Monahan
- Chunkit Fung, Annalynn M. Williams, and Sarah L. Kerns, University of Rochester Medical Center, James P. Wilmot Cancer Institute, Rochester; Darren R. Feldman, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY; Howard D. Sesso, Brigham and Women’s Hospital; Clair J. Beard, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA; Patrick Monahan, Mohammad Abu Zaid, Ryan Cook, Sandra Althouse, Shirin Ardeshir-Rouhani-Fard, Lawrence H. Einhorn, and Lois B. Travis, Indiana University Melvin and Bren Simon Cancer Center, Indianapolis, IN; Robert J. Hamilton, Princess Margaret Cancer Center, Toronto, Ontario; Christian K. Kollmannsberger, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; David J. Vaughn, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA; Steve E. Lipshultz, Wayne State University School of Medicine; Steve E. Lipshultz, Children’s Hospital of Michigan; Steve E. Lipshultz, Karmanos Cancer Institute, Detroit, MI; and Sophie D. Fossa, Oslo University Hospital, Radium Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- Chunkit Fung, Annalynn M. Williams, and Sarah L. Kerns, University of Rochester Medical Center, James P. Wilmot Cancer Institute, Rochester; Darren R. Feldman, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY; Howard D. Sesso, Brigham and Women’s Hospital; Clair J. Beard, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA; Patrick Monahan, Mohammad Abu Zaid, Ryan Cook, Sandra Althouse, Shirin Ardeshir-Rouhani-Fard, Lawrence H. Einhorn, and Lois B. Travis, Indiana University Melvin and Bren Simon Cancer Center, Indianapolis, IN; Robert J. Hamilton, Princess Margaret Cancer Center, Toronto, Ontario; Christian K. Kollmannsberger, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; David J. Vaughn, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA; Steve E. Lipshultz, Wayne State University School of Medicine; Steve E. Lipshultz, Children’s Hospital of Michigan; Steve E. Lipshultz, Karmanos Cancer Institute, Detroit, MI; and Sophie D. Fossa, Oslo University Hospital, Radium Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- Chunkit Fung, Annalynn M. Williams, and Sarah L. Kerns, University of Rochester Medical Center, James P. Wilmot Cancer Institute, Rochester; Darren R. Feldman, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY; Howard D. Sesso, Brigham and Women’s Hospital; Clair J. Beard, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA; Patrick Monahan, Mohammad Abu Zaid, Ryan Cook, Sandra Althouse, Shirin Ardeshir-Rouhani-Fard, Lawrence H. Einhorn, and Lois B. Travis, Indiana University Melvin and Bren Simon Cancer Center, Indianapolis, IN; Robert J. Hamilton, Princess Margaret Cancer Center, Toronto, Ontario; Christian K. Kollmannsberger, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; David J. Vaughn, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA; Steve E. Lipshultz, Wayne State University School of Medicine; Steve E. Lipshultz, Children’s Hospital of Michigan; Steve E. Lipshultz, Karmanos Cancer Institute, Detroit, MI; and Sophie D. Fossa, Oslo University Hospital, Radium Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- Chunkit Fung, Annalynn M. Williams, and Sarah L. Kerns, University of Rochester Medical Center, James P. Wilmot Cancer Institute, Rochester; Darren R. Feldman, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY; Howard D. Sesso, Brigham and Women’s Hospital; Clair J. Beard, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA; Patrick Monahan, Mohammad Abu Zaid, Ryan Cook, Sandra Althouse, Shirin Ardeshir-Rouhani-Fard, Lawrence H. Einhorn, and Lois B. Travis, Indiana University Melvin and Bren Simon Cancer Center, Indianapolis, IN; Robert J. Hamilton, Princess Margaret Cancer Center, Toronto, Ontario; Christian K. Kollmannsberger, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; David J. Vaughn, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA; Steve E. Lipshultz, Wayne State University School of Medicine; Steve E. Lipshultz, Children’s Hospital of Michigan; Steve E. Lipshultz, Karmanos Cancer Institute, Detroit, MI; and Sophie D. Fossa, Oslo University Hospital, Radium Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- Chunkit Fung, Annalynn M. Williams, and Sarah L. Kerns, University of Rochester Medical Center, James P. Wilmot Cancer Institute, Rochester; Darren R. Feldman, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY; Howard D. Sesso, Brigham and Women’s Hospital; Clair J. Beard, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA; Patrick Monahan, Mohammad Abu Zaid, Ryan Cook, Sandra Althouse, Shirin Ardeshir-Rouhani-Fard, Lawrence H. Einhorn, and Lois B. Travis, Indiana University Melvin and Bren Simon Cancer Center, Indianapolis, IN; Robert J. Hamilton, Princess Margaret Cancer Center, Toronto, Ontario; Christian K. Kollmannsberger, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; David J. Vaughn, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA; Steve E. Lipshultz, Wayne State University School of Medicine; Steve E. Lipshultz, Children’s Hospital of Michigan; Steve E. Lipshultz, Karmanos Cancer Institute, Detroit, MI; and Sophie D. Fossa, Oslo University Hospital, Radium Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- Chunkit Fung, Annalynn M. Williams, and Sarah L. Kerns, University of Rochester Medical Center, James P. Wilmot Cancer Institute, Rochester; Darren R. Feldman, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY; Howard D. Sesso, Brigham and Women’s Hospital; Clair J. Beard, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA; Patrick Monahan, Mohammad Abu Zaid, Ryan Cook, Sandra Althouse, Shirin Ardeshir-Rouhani-Fard, Lawrence H. Einhorn, and Lois B. Travis, Indiana University Melvin and Bren Simon Cancer Center, Indianapolis, IN; Robert J. Hamilton, Princess Margaret Cancer Center, Toronto, Ontario; Christian K. Kollmannsberger, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; David J. Vaughn, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA; Steve E. Lipshultz, Wayne State University School of Medicine; Steve E. Lipshultz, Children’s Hospital of Michigan; Steve E. Lipshultz, Karmanos Cancer Institute, Detroit, MI; and Sophie D. Fossa, Oslo University Hospital, Radium Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- Chunkit Fung, Annalynn M. Williams, and Sarah L. Kerns, University of Rochester Medical Center, James P. Wilmot Cancer Institute, Rochester; Darren R. Feldman, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY; Howard D. Sesso, Brigham and Women’s Hospital; Clair J. Beard, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA; Patrick Monahan, Mohammad Abu Zaid, Ryan Cook, Sandra Althouse, Shirin Ardeshir-Rouhani-Fard, Lawrence H. Einhorn, and Lois B. Travis, Indiana University Melvin and Bren Simon Cancer Center, Indianapolis, IN; Robert J. Hamilton, Princess Margaret Cancer Center, Toronto, Ontario; Christian K. Kollmannsberger, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; David J. Vaughn, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA; Steve E. Lipshultz, Wayne State University School of Medicine; Steve E. Lipshultz, Children’s Hospital of Michigan; Steve E. Lipshultz, Karmanos Cancer Institute, Detroit, MI; and Sophie D. Fossa, Oslo University Hospital, Radium Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- Chunkit Fung, Annalynn M. Williams, and Sarah L. Kerns, University of Rochester Medical Center, James P. Wilmot Cancer Institute, Rochester; Darren R. Feldman, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY; Howard D. Sesso, Brigham and Women’s Hospital; Clair J. Beard, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA; Patrick Monahan, Mohammad Abu Zaid, Ryan Cook, Sandra Althouse, Shirin Ardeshir-Rouhani-Fard, Lawrence H. Einhorn, and Lois B. Travis, Indiana University Melvin and Bren Simon Cancer Center, Indianapolis, IN; Robert J. Hamilton, Princess Margaret Cancer Center, Toronto, Ontario; Christian K. Kollmannsberger, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; David J. Vaughn, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA; Steve E. Lipshultz, Wayne State University School of Medicine; Steve E. Lipshultz, Children’s Hospital of Michigan; Steve E. Lipshultz, Karmanos Cancer Institute, Detroit, MI; and Sophie D. Fossa, Oslo University Hospital, Radium Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- Chunkit Fung, Annalynn M. Williams, and Sarah L. Kerns, University of Rochester Medical Center, James P. Wilmot Cancer Institute, Rochester; Darren R. Feldman, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY; Howard D. Sesso, Brigham and Women’s Hospital; Clair J. Beard, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA; Patrick Monahan, Mohammad Abu Zaid, Ryan Cook, Sandra Althouse, Shirin Ardeshir-Rouhani-Fard, Lawrence H. Einhorn, and Lois B. Travis, Indiana University Melvin and Bren Simon Cancer Center, Indianapolis, IN; Robert J. Hamilton, Princess Margaret Cancer Center, Toronto, Ontario; Christian K. Kollmannsberger, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; David J. Vaughn, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA; Steve E. Lipshultz, Wayne State University School of Medicine; Steve E. Lipshultz, Children’s Hospital of Michigan; Steve E. Lipshultz, Karmanos Cancer Institute, Detroit, MI; and Sophie D. Fossa, Oslo University Hospital, Radium Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- Chunkit Fung, Annalynn M. Williams, and Sarah L. Kerns, University of Rochester Medical Center, James P. Wilmot Cancer Institute, Rochester; Darren R. Feldman, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY; Howard D. Sesso, Brigham and Women’s Hospital; Clair J. Beard, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA; Patrick Monahan, Mohammad Abu Zaid, Ryan Cook, Sandra Althouse, Shirin Ardeshir-Rouhani-Fard, Lawrence H. Einhorn, and Lois B. Travis, Indiana University Melvin and Bren Simon Cancer Center, Indianapolis, IN; Robert J. Hamilton, Princess Margaret Cancer Center, Toronto, Ontario; Christian K. Kollmannsberger, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; David J. Vaughn, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA; Steve E. Lipshultz, Wayne State University School of Medicine; Steve E. Lipshultz, Children’s Hospital of Michigan; Steve E. Lipshultz, Karmanos Cancer Institute, Detroit, MI; and Sophie D. Fossa, Oslo University Hospital, Radium Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- Chunkit Fung, Annalynn M. Williams, and Sarah L. Kerns, University of Rochester Medical Center, James P. Wilmot Cancer Institute, Rochester; Darren R. Feldman, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY; Howard D. Sesso, Brigham and Women’s Hospital; Clair J. Beard, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA; Patrick Monahan, Mohammad Abu Zaid, Ryan Cook, Sandra Althouse, Shirin Ardeshir-Rouhani-Fard, Lawrence H. Einhorn, and Lois B. Travis, Indiana University Melvin and Bren Simon Cancer Center, Indianapolis, IN; Robert J. Hamilton, Princess Margaret Cancer Center, Toronto, Ontario; Christian K. Kollmannsberger, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; David J. Vaughn, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA; Steve E. Lipshultz, Wayne State University School of Medicine; Steve E. Lipshultz, Children’s Hospital of Michigan; Steve E. Lipshultz, Karmanos Cancer Institute, Detroit, MI; and Sophie D. Fossa, Oslo University Hospital, Radium Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- Chunkit Fung, Annalynn M. Williams, and Sarah L. Kerns, University of Rochester Medical Center, James P. Wilmot Cancer Institute, Rochester; Darren R. Feldman, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY; Howard D. Sesso, Brigham and Women’s Hospital; Clair J. Beard, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA; Patrick Monahan, Mohammad Abu Zaid, Ryan Cook, Sandra Althouse, Shirin Ardeshir-Rouhani-Fard, Lawrence H. Einhorn, and Lois B. Travis, Indiana University Melvin and Bren Simon Cancer Center, Indianapolis, IN; Robert J. Hamilton, Princess Margaret Cancer Center, Toronto, Ontario; Christian K. Kollmannsberger, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; David J. Vaughn, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA; Steve E. Lipshultz, Wayne State University School of Medicine; Steve E. Lipshultz, Children’s Hospital of Michigan; Steve E. Lipshultz, Karmanos Cancer Institute, Detroit, MI; and Sophie D. Fossa, Oslo University Hospital, Radium Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- Chunkit Fung, Annalynn M. Williams, and Sarah L. Kerns, University of Rochester Medical Center, James P. Wilmot Cancer Institute, Rochester; Darren R. Feldman, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY; Howard D. Sesso, Brigham and Women’s Hospital; Clair J. Beard, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA; Patrick Monahan, Mohammad Abu Zaid, Ryan Cook, Sandra Althouse, Shirin Ardeshir-Rouhani-Fard, Lawrence H. Einhorn, and Lois B. Travis, Indiana University Melvin and Bren Simon Cancer Center, Indianapolis, IN; Robert J. Hamilton, Princess Margaret Cancer Center, Toronto, Ontario; Christian K. Kollmannsberger, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; David J. Vaughn, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA; Steve E. Lipshultz, Wayne State University School of Medicine; Steve E. Lipshultz, Children’s Hospital of Michigan; Steve E. Lipshultz, Karmanos Cancer Institute, Detroit, MI; and Sophie D. Fossa, Oslo University Hospital, Radium Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- Chunkit Fung, Annalynn M. Williams, and Sarah L. Kerns, University of Rochester Medical Center, James P. Wilmot Cancer Institute, Rochester; Darren R. Feldman, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY; Howard D. Sesso, Brigham and Women’s Hospital; Clair J. Beard, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA; Patrick Monahan, Mohammad Abu Zaid, Ryan Cook, Sandra Althouse, Shirin Ardeshir-Rouhani-Fard, Lawrence H. Einhorn, and Lois B. Travis, Indiana University Melvin and Bren Simon Cancer Center, Indianapolis, IN; Robert J. Hamilton, Princess Margaret Cancer Center, Toronto, Ontario; Christian K. Kollmannsberger, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; David J. Vaughn, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA; Steve E. Lipshultz, Wayne State University School of Medicine; Steve E. Lipshultz, Children’s Hospital of Michigan; Steve E. Lipshultz, Karmanos Cancer Institute, Detroit, MI; and Sophie D. Fossa, Oslo University Hospital, Radium Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- Chunkit Fung, Annalynn M. Williams, and Sarah L. Kerns, University of Rochester Medical Center, James P. Wilmot Cancer Institute, Rochester; Darren R. Feldman, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY; Howard D. Sesso, Brigham and Women’s Hospital; Clair J. Beard, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA; Patrick Monahan, Mohammad Abu Zaid, Ryan Cook, Sandra Althouse, Shirin Ardeshir-Rouhani-Fard, Lawrence H. Einhorn, and Lois B. Travis, Indiana University Melvin and Bren Simon Cancer Center, Indianapolis, IN; Robert J. Hamilton, Princess Margaret Cancer Center, Toronto, Ontario; Christian K. Kollmannsberger, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; David J. Vaughn, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA; Steve E. Lipshultz, Wayne State University School of Medicine; Steve E. Lipshultz, Children’s Hospital of Michigan; Steve E. Lipshultz, Karmanos Cancer Institute, Detroit, MI; and Sophie D. Fossa, Oslo University Hospital, Radium Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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Albany C, Hever-Jardine MP, von Herrmann KM, Yim CY, Tam J, Warzecha JM, Shin L, Bock SE, Curran BS, Chaudhry AS, Kim F, Sandusky GE, Taverna P, Freemantle SJ, Christensen BC, Einhorn LH, Spinella MJ. Refractory testicular germ cell tumors are highly sensitive to the second generation DNA methylation inhibitor guadecitabine. Oncotarget 2017; 8:2949-2959. [PMID: 27936464 PMCID: PMC5356854 DOI: 10.18632/oncotarget.13811] [Citation(s) in RCA: 51] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/20/2016] [Accepted: 11/23/2016] [Indexed: 01/22/2023] Open
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Testicular germ cell tumors (TGCTs) are the most common cancers of young males. A substantial portion of TGCT patients are refractory to cisplatin. There are no effective therapies for these patients, many of whom die from progressive disease. Embryonal carcinoma (EC) are the stem cells of TGCTs. In prior in vitro studies we found that EC cells were highly sensitive to the DNA methyltransferase inhibitor, 5-aza deoxycytidine (5-aza). Here, as an initial step in bringing demethylation therapy to the clinic for TGCT patients, we evaluated the effects of the clinically optimized, second generation demethylating agent guadecitabine (SGI-110) on EC cells in an animal model of cisplatin refractory testicular cancer. EC cells were exquisitely sensitive to guadecitabine and the hypersensitivity was dependent on high levels of DNA methyltransferase 3B. Guadecitabine mediated transcriptional reprogramming of EC cells included induction of p53 targets and repression of pluripotency genes. As a single agent, guadecitabine completely abolished progression and induced complete regression of cisplatin resistant EC xenografts even at doses well below those required to impact somatic solid tumors. Low dose guadecitabine also sensitized refractory EC cells to cisplatin in vivo. Genome-wide analysis indicated that in vivo antitumor activity was associated with activation of p53 and immune-related pathways and the antitumor effects of guadecitabine were dependent on p53, a gene rarely mutated in TGCTs. These preclinical findings suggest that guadecitabine alone or in combination with cisplatin is a promising strategy to treat refractory TGCT patients.
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- Costantine Albany
- Division of Hematology/Oncology, Melvin and Bren Simon Cancer Center, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN, USA
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- Departments of Pharmacology and Toxicology and Epidemiology, Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth, Hanover, NH, USA
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- Departments of Pharmacology and Toxicology and Epidemiology, Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth, Hanover, NH, USA
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- Departments of Pharmacology and Toxicology and Epidemiology, Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth, Hanover, NH, USA
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- Departments of Pharmacology and Toxicology and Epidemiology, Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth, Hanover, NH, USA
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- Departments of Pharmacology and Toxicology and Epidemiology, Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth, Hanover, NH, USA
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- Departments of Pharmacology and Toxicology and Epidemiology, Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth, Hanover, NH, USA
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- Departments of Pharmacology and Toxicology and Epidemiology, Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth, Hanover, NH, USA
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- Departments of Pharmacology and Toxicology and Epidemiology, Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth, Hanover, NH, USA
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- Departments of Pharmacology and Toxicology and Epidemiology, Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth, Hanover, NH, USA
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- Departments of Pharmacology and Toxicology and Epidemiology, Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth, Hanover, NH, USA
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- Department of Pathology, Melvin and Bren Simon Cancer Center, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN, USA
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- Department of Comparative Biosciences, The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, USA
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- Department of Epidemiology, Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth, Hanover, NH, USA
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- Division of Hematology/Oncology, Melvin and Bren Simon Cancer Center, Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, IN, USA
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- Department of Comparative Biosciences, The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL, USA
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Oldenburg J, Gietema JA. The Sound of Silence: A Proxy for Platinum Toxicity. J Clin Oncol 2016; 34:2687-9. [PMID: 27382103 DOI: 10.1200/jco.2016.68.2476] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/23/2023] Open
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- Jan Oldenburg
- Akershus University Hospital, Lørenskog, Norway; and University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway
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- University of Groningen, University Medical Center Groningen, The Netherlands
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Age-related variation and predictors of long-term quality of life in germ cell tumor survivors. Urol Oncol 2016; 34:60.e1-6. [DOI: 10.1016/j.urolonc.2015.09.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/18/2015] [Revised: 08/30/2015] [Accepted: 09/14/2015] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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The experience of patients with early-stage testicular cancer during the transition from active treatment to follow-up surveillance. Urol Oncol 2015; 34:168.e11-20. [PMID: 26707612 DOI: 10.1016/j.urolonc.2015.09.016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/26/2015] [Revised: 09/21/2015] [Accepted: 09/30/2015] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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PURPOSE To gain a better understanding of the experiences of patients with early-stage testicular cancer during the transition from active cancer treatment to follow-up care. MATERIALS AND METHODS Cross-sectional multimethod study (questionnaires, focus groups, and telephone interviews) to describe experiences of patients with testicular cancer transitioning to survivorship. Questionnaire package included standardized measures of survivorship knowledge, feeling of preparedness, health-related distress, and perspectives on care coordination. Standard descriptive statistics and Mann-Whitney tests to examine associations between all outcomes based on demographic and clinical variables were performed. Qualitative results (focus groups and interviews) were analyzed with qualitative content analysis. RESULTS Based on quantitative data (n = 90) and qualitative analyses (n = 13), participants had relatively high survivorship knowledge, most testicular cancer survivors were not provided with any formal transition planning or documentation, and a substantial minority felt unprepared to cope with the aftereffects of testicular cancer and the posttreatment survivorship phase. Younger men had lower survivorship knowledge, feelings of preparedness, and continuity of care scores and were less likely to report having received any self-management tools and education or information of patient resources. Participants reported that they did not know what to expect physically or emotionally after treatment ended and many continued to be frustrated and worried about their health problems. They expressed the need for reliable and personalized resources on what to expect after treatment and more formal transition care planning. CONCLUSIONS Patients with testicular cancer continue to struggle in their transition to posttreatment survivorship. Quality of care must emphasize a shift from a purely disease-focused approach to a wellness-centered approach that provides coordinated, patient-centered, and comprehensive care to optimize quality of life for these survivors.
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Smith AB, Butow P, Olver I, Luckett T, Grimison P, Toner GC, Stockler MR, Hovey E, Stubbs J, Turner S, Hruby G, Gurney H, Alam M, Cox K, King MT. The prevalence, severity, and correlates of psychological distress and impaired health-related quality of life following treatment for testicular cancer: a survivorship study. J Cancer Surviv 2015; 10:223-33. [PMID: 26178326 DOI: 10.1007/s11764-015-0468-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 49] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/10/2015] [Accepted: 06/30/2015] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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PURPOSE This study aimed to establish the prevalence, severity, and correlates of psychological distress and impaired generic health-related quality of life (HRQOL) in testicular cancer (TC) survivors. METHODS Men who had completed active anti-cancer treatment for TC between 6 months and 5 years previously showing no evidence of recurrence were recruited from 14 Australian cancer centers from September 2009 to February 2011. Participants completed a self-report questionnaire measuring demographic, disease, and treatment information, psychological distress (i.e., depression, anxiety, and stress; DASS21), generic health-related quality of life (HRQOL; SF-36v2), TC-specific HRQOL (EORTC QLQ-TC26), coping (MAC), social support (DUFSS), and unmet needs (CaSUN). RESULTS Of 486 eligible TC survivors, 244 (50.2%) completed the questionnaire. Compared with normative data, TC survivors reported: small but statistically significant increases in mean levels of anxiety and depression; a greater prevalence of moderate to extremely severe anxiety (19%) and depression (20%); and significant deficits to mostly mental aspects of generic HRQOL. The most problematic TC-specific HRQOL issues (e.g., fear of recurrence) were also more mental than physical. In multiple regression analyses, the strongest correlates of psychological distress and impaired generic HRQOL were psychosocial (e.g., helpless/hopeless coping and lower social support) rather than disease or treatment factors. CONCLUSIONS Generally, TC survivors appear to experience mild psychological distress and HRQOL impairments, while a vulnerable subgroup experience more severe morbidity. IMPLICATIONS FOR CANCER SURVIVORS There is a need to identify TC survivors at risk of poorer outcomes and for interventions to target the areas of greatest impairment (i.e., psychological distress and mental HRQOL).
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- Allan Ben Smith
- Psycho-Oncology Co-operative Research Group (PoCoG), Chris O'Brien Lifehouse (C39Z), University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, 2006, Australia. .,Australian and New Zealand Urogenital and Prostate Cancer Trials Group Limited (ANZUP), Sydney, NSW, Australia.
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- Psycho-Oncology Co-operative Research Group (PoCoG), Chris O'Brien Lifehouse (C39Z), University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, 2006, Australia
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- Sansom Institute for Health Research, University of South Australia, Adelaide, SA, Australia
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- Improving Palliative Care through Clinical Trials (ImPaCCT), South Western Sydney Clinical School, The University of New South Wales, and Faculty of Health, University of Technology Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Australian and New Zealand Urogenital and Prostate Cancer Trials Group Limited (ANZUP), Sydney, NSW, Australia.,Chris O'Brien Lifehouse and University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Australian and New Zealand Urogenital and Prostate Cancer Trials Group Limited (ANZUP), Sydney, NSW, Australia.,Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre and University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- Australian and New Zealand Urogenital and Prostate Cancer Trials Group Limited (ANZUP), Sydney, NSW, Australia.,Chris O'Brien Lifehouse, Sydney, NSW, Australia.,Concord Cancer Centre, Concord Repatriation General Hospital, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Australian and New Zealand Urogenital and Prostate Cancer Trials Group Limited (ANZUP), Sydney, NSW, Australia.,Prince of Wales Hospital, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Australian and New Zealand Urogenital and Prostate Cancer Trials Group Limited (ANZUP), Sydney, NSW, Australia.,CanSpeak, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Crown Princess Mary Cancer Centre, Westmead Hospital, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Chris O'Brien Lifehouse, Sydney, NSW, Australia.,Concord Cancer Centre, Concord Repatriation General Hospital, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Crown Princess Mary Cancer Centre, Westmead Hospital, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Chris O'Brien Lifehouse, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Psycho-Oncology Co-operative Research Group (PoCoG), Chris O'Brien Lifehouse (C39Z), University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, 2006, Australia.,Australian and New Zealand Urogenital and Prostate Cancer Trials Group Limited (ANZUP), Sydney, NSW, Australia.,Central Clinical School, Sydney Medical School, University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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Quality of life among testis cancer survivors. Urol Oncol 2015; 33:413-9. [PMID: 26087970 DOI: 10.1016/j.urolonc.2015.05.018] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/05/2015] [Revised: 05/10/2015] [Accepted: 05/13/2015] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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BACKGROUND As the most common cancer among males in late adolescence and early adulthood and as a disease with a 5-year relative survival rate of 96%, testis cancer has many survivors who live many years during which chronic toxicities may impair their quality of life. METHODS In this review, I aimed to summarize the most relevant literature on quality of life among testis cancer survivors identified via PubMed literature search between 1990 and 2015. RESULTS Survivors of testis cancer experience an overall quality of life (QOL) that is not measurably different from that of men of the same age in the general population. Nonetheless, testis cancer and its treatments can result in a variety of long-term conditions that affect QOL. These include peripheral neuropathy, hearing loss, tinnitus, fatigue, and Raynaud-like phenomenon. Exercise interventions have been shown to improve fatigue and overall QOL in cancer survivors, and there is evidence that psychosocial and mind-body interventions may also be beneficial. Pharmacological interventions have not been shown to be helpful for cancer-related fatigue, hearing loss, or neuropathy. CONCLUSIONS Testis cancer survivors should be asked about symptoms related to the conditions above and referred to specialists as indicated. Survivors complaining of fatigue should be encouraged to adopt a regular program of aerobic exercise.
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Dieckmann KP, Anheuser P, Schmidt S, Soyka-Hundt B, Pichlmeier U, Schriefer P, Matthies C, Hartmann M, Ruf CG. Testicular prostheses in patients with testicular cancer - acceptance rate and patient satisfaction. BMC Urol 2015; 15:16. [PMID: 25887552 PMCID: PMC4363351 DOI: 10.1186/s12894-015-0010-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/25/2014] [Accepted: 02/20/2015] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The loss of a testicle to cancer involves much emotional impact to young males. Little is known about the number of patients with testicular germ cell tumour (GCT) who would accept a testicular prosthesis. Also, knowledge about the satisfaction of implant recipients with the device is limited. METHODS A retrospective chart analysis was performed on 475 consecutive GCT patients. Prior to orchiectomy, all patients were offered prosthesis insertion. Acceptance of implant was noted along with age, clinical stage, histology and year of surgery. 171 implant recipients were interviewed using an 18 item questionnaire to analyze satisfaction with the prosthesis. Statistical analysis involved calculating proportions and 95% confidence intervals. Multivariate analysis was performed to look for interrelations between the various items of satisfaction with the implant. RESULTS 26.9% of the patients accepted a prosthesis. The acceptance rate was significantly higher in younger men. Over-all satisfaction with the implant was "very high" and "high" in 31.1% and 52.4%, respectively. 86% would decide again to have a prosthesis. Particular items of dis-satisfaction were: implant too firm (52.4%), shape inconvenient (15.4%), implant too small (23.8%), position too high (30.3%). Living with a permanent partner had no influence on patient ratings. Multivariate analysis disclosed numerous inter-relations between the particular items of satisfaction. CONCLUSIONS More than one quarter of GCT patients wish to have a testicular prosthesis. Over-all satisfaction with implants is high in more than 80% of patients. Thus, all patients undergoing surgery for GCT should be offered a testicular prosthesis. However, surgeons should be aware of specific items of dis-satisfaction, particularly shape, size and consistency of the implant and inconvenient high position of the implant within the scrotum. Appropriate preoperative counselling is paramount.
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- Department of Urology, Albertinen-Krankenhaus Hamburg, Hamburg, Germany.
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- Department of Urology, Bundeswehrkrankenhaus Hamburg, Hamburg, Germany.
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- Institute of Medical Biometry and Epidemiology, Universitätsklinikum Eppendorf, Hamburg, Germany.
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- Department of Urology, Universitätsklinikum Eppendorf, Hamburg, Germany.
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- Department of Urology, Bundeswehrkrankenhaus Hamburg, Hamburg, Germany.
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- Department of Urology, Universitätsklinikum Eppendorf, Hamburg, Germany.
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- Department of Urology, Bundeswehrkrankenhaus Hamburg, Hamburg, Germany.
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Health-related quality of life in young men with testicular cancer: validation of the Cancer Assessment for Young Adults (CAYA). J Cancer Surviv 2013; 7:630-40. [PMID: 23918454 DOI: 10.1007/s11764-013-0302-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/28/2013] [Accepted: 07/09/2013] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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BACKGROUND Patient-reported outcome instruments are needed to measure health-related quality of life (HRQOL) in young adults with cancer. The purpose of this project was to establish a conceptual model and measurement instrument for assessment of HRQOL in young men with testicular cancer. METHODS Patient interviews and a literature review were used to develop a conceptual framework of biopsychosocial domains of cancer-related quality of life and an initial pool of questionnaire items. Items were piloted and refined. Revised items were administered to a sample (N = 171) of young (ages 18-29) men with testicular cancer and repeated 4 weeks later. Rasch measurement methods guided item reduction and scale construction. Traditional psychometric analyses were also performed to allow for comparison with existing measures. RESULTS The conceptual framework included seven biopsychosocial domains: physical, sexual, intrapersonal, cognitive-emotional, social-relational, educational-vocational-avocational, and spiritual to form independent scales of the resulting questionnaire, the Cancer Assessment for Young Adults-Testicular (CAYA-T). Each scale fulfilled Rasch and traditional psychometric criteria (i.e., person separation index, 0.34-0.82; Cronbach's alpha, 0.70-0.91; and an expected pattern of convergent and discriminant validity correlations). CONCLUSIONS The CAYA-T can be used to assess HRQOL across a comprehensive set of domains as identified by young men with cancer. It passes strict psychometric criteria and has potential as a useful research and clinical tool. IMPLICATIONS FOR CANCER SURVIVORS The CAYA-T has potential research and clinical value for addressing inter-related aspects of HRQOL in young adult men with cancer. The measure may assist with assessing and monitoring HRQOL across a range of domains and contributing to more comprehensive assessment of biopsychosocial needs of young adults.
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Trabert B, Graubard BI, Erickson RL, Zhang Y, McGlynn KA. Second to fourth digit ratio, handedness and testicular germ cell tumors. Early Hum Dev 2013; 89:463-6. [PMID: 23623693 PMCID: PMC3684556 DOI: 10.1016/j.earlhumdev.2013.04.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/16/2013] [Revised: 03/29/2013] [Accepted: 04/04/2013] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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BACKGROUND Research on early life exposures and testicular germ cell tumors (TGCT) risk has focused on a possible perinatal etiology with a well-known hypothesis suggesting that hormonal involvement during fetal life is associated with risk. Second-to-fourth digit ratio (2D:4D) and left-hand dominance have been proposed as markers of prenatal hormone exposure. AIM To evaluate associations between 2D:4D digit ratio, right minus left 2D:4D (ΔR-L), and left-hand dominance and TGCT in the U.S. Servicemen's Testicular Tumor Environmental and Endocrine Determinants Study. METHODS A total of 246 TGCT cases and 236 non-testicular cancer controls participated in the current study, and completed a self-administered questionnaire. Associations between digit ratio, hand dominance and TGCT were estimated using unconditional logistic regression adjusting for identified covariates. RESULTS Right 2D:4D was not associated with TGCT [odds ratio (OR) for a one-standard deviation (SD) increase in right-hand 2D:4D: 1.12, 95% confidence interval (CI): 0.93-1.34]. The results were consistent when evaluating the association based on the left hand. The difference between right and left-hand 2D:4D was also not associated with TGCT risk [OR for a one-SD increase in ΔR-L: 1.03, 95% CI: 0.87-1.23]. Compared to men who reported right-hand dominance, ambidexterity [OR (95% CI)=0.65 (0.30-1.41)] and left-hand dominance [OR (95% CI)=0.79 (0.44-1.44)] were not associated with risk. CONCLUSIONS These results do not support the hypothesis that prenatal hormonal imbalance is associated with TGCT risk. Given the limited sample size, further evaluation of the relationship between TGCT and prenatal hormonal factors using digit ratio, ΔR-L, or left-hand dominance and larger sample size are warranted.
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- Britton Trabert
- Hormonal and Reproductive Epidemiology Branch, Division of Cancer Epidemiology and Genetics, National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health, Rockville, MD 20852-7234, USA.
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Beyer J, Albers P, Altena R, Aparicio J, Bokemeyer C, Busch J, Cathomas R, Cavallin-Stahl E, Clarke NW, Claßen J, Cohn-Cedermark G, Dahl AA, Daugaard G, De Giorgi U, De Santis M, De Wit M, De Wit R, Dieckmann KP, Fenner M, Fizazi K, Flechon A, Fossa SD, Germá Lluch JR, Gietema JA, Gillessen S, Giwercman A, Hartmann JT, Heidenreich A, Hentrich M, Honecker F, Horwich A, Huddart RA, Kliesch S, Kollmannsberger C, Krege S, Laguna MP, Looijenga LHJ, Lorch A, Lotz JP, Mayer F, Necchi A, Nicolai N, Nuver J, Oechsle K, Oldenburg J, Oosterhuis JW, Powles T, Rajpert-De Meyts E, Rick O, Rosti G, Salvioni R, Schrader M, Schweyer S, Sedlmayer F, Sohaib A, Souchon R, Tandstad T, Winter C, Wittekind C. Maintaining success, reducing treatment burden, focusing on survivorship: highlights from the third European consensus conference on diagnosis and treatment of germ-cell cancer. Ann Oncol 2012; 24:878-88. [PMID: 23152360 PMCID: PMC3603440 DOI: 10.1093/annonc/mds579] [Citation(s) in RCA: 252] [Impact Index Per Article: 21.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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In November 2011, the Third European Consensus Conference on Diagnosis and Treatment of Germ-Cell Cancer (GCC) was held in Berlin, Germany. This third conference followed similar meetings in 2003 (Essen, Germany) and 2006 (Amsterdam, The Netherlands) [Schmoll H-J, Souchon R, Krege S et al. European consensus on diagnosis and treatment of germ-cell cancer: a report of the European Germ-Cell Cancer Consensus Group (EGCCCG). Ann Oncol 2004; 15: 1377-1399; Krege S, Beyer J, Souchon R et al. European consensus conference on diagnosis and treatment of germ-cell cancer: a report of the second meeting of the European Germ-Cell Cancer Consensus group (EGCCCG): part I. Eur Urol 2008; 53: 478-496; Krege S, Beyer J, Souchon R et al. European consensus conference on diagnosis and treatment of germ-cell cancer: a report of the second meeting of the European Germ-Cell Cancer Consensus group (EGCCCG): part II. Eur Urol 2008; 53: 497-513]. A panel of 56 of 60 invited GCC experts from all across Europe discussed all aspects on diagnosis and treatment of GCC, with a particular focus on acute and late toxic effects as well as on survivorship issues. The panel consisted of oncologists, urologic surgeons, radiooncologists, pathologists and basic scientists, who are all actively involved in care of GCC patients. Panelists were chosen based on the publication activity in recent years. Before the meeting, panelists were asked to review the literature published since 2006 in 20 major areas concerning all aspects of diagnosis, treatment and follow-up of GCC patients, and to prepare an updated version of the previous recommendations to be discussed at the conference. In addition, ∼50 E-vote questions were drafted and presented at the conference to address the most controversial areas for a poll of expert opinions. Here, we present the main recommendations and controversies of this meeting. The votes of the panelists are added as online supplements.
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- J Beyer
- Department of Hematology and Oncology, Vivantes Klinikum Am Urban, Berlin.
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Bumbasirevic U, Bojanic N, Pekmezovic T, Janjic A, Janicic A, Milojevic B, Tulic C. Health-related quality of life, depression, and sexual function in testicular cancer survivors in a developing country: a Serbian experience. Support Care Cancer 2012; 21:757-63. [PMID: 22933132 DOI: 10.1007/s00520-012-1577-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/27/2012] [Accepted: 08/13/2012] [Indexed: 01/07/2023]
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PURPOSE The aims of this study were to assess health-related quality of life (HRQoL), depression, adverse physical symptoms, and sexual function within Serbian long-term testicular cancer survivors (TCS) and to address cultural specificity. METHODS This is a cross-sectional study involving 202 TCS, followed up after platinum-based chemotherapy. The HRQoL was measured using the Short Form 36 and the European Organization for Research and Treatment of Cancer Quality of Life questionnaire. The Beck Depression Inventory (BDI) was used to explore general depressive status while sexual function was assessed using a nine-item questionnaire. RESULTS The mean follow-up time since treatment was 47.3 ± 26.8 months. The highest values of the SF-36 scales were obtained for physical functioning, and the lowest SF-36 values were obtained for vitality. Age of patients and BDI scores statistically significantly influenced total quality of life. The mean score of the whole sample on the BDI-II was 4.0. Age is the only statistically significant risk factor for the development of depression. A total of 27.3% TCS reported decreased sexual function compared to the period before treatment. Any level of impairment of erectile function was reported by 20.8% patients and problems with ejaculation by 25.7% patients. Loss of desire was reported by 17.3% TCS. The presence of sexual problems statistically significantly lowered scores of SF-36 domains. CONCLUSION Sexual problems seriously impaired HRQoL in TCS. Additionally, HRQoL was also affected by age, depression, and fatigue. Serbian TCS achieved high levels of SF-36 scores, and these results are comparable to studies conducted in developed countries.
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Biermann K. [Carcinoma in situ of the testis: predisposition, evolution and early detection]. DER PATHOLOGE 2011; 32 Suppl 2:232-6. [PMID: 21850455 DOI: 10.1007/s00292-011-1490-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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Carcinoma in situ (CIS), also known as intratubular germ cell neoplasia unclassified, is the common obligate precursor lesion of malignant testicular seminomatous and non-seminomatous germ cell tumors (GCT), which show a steadily increasing incidence in Europe. Although GCT is a potentially curable cancer with excellent prognosis even in patients with organ metastasis, many patients suffer from chemotherapy-associated effects and some develop a secondary (non-germ cell) malignancy. Recently, genome-wide association studies revealed genetic predispositions linked to six genes (KITL, SPRY4, BAK1, TERT, ATF7IP, DMRT1). Exposure to environmental factors was also linked to increased prevalence of testicular dysgenesis and CIS/GCT by the action of hormone disruptors on embryonal gonadal tissue during pregnancy. By unknown mechanisms these genetic and environmental factors might create a disturbed microenvironment in the fetal testis leading to survival of embryonic germ cells and subsequent malignant transformation might result in CIS. Molecular pathways involved in this process include activated cKIT pathway and LIN28 associated deregulation of miRNA targets. The challenge for the future is to identify high risk patients prior to invasive GCT, to develop non-invasive tests for detection of CIS on seminal material and elucidate the precise role of the microenvironment in CIS initiation.
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- K Biermann
- Josephine Nefkens Institute, Universitätsklinikum Rotterdam, Erasmus Medical Center, Postbus 2040, 3000 CA, Rotterdam, Niederlande.
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