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Pandey NM, Ramakant P. Navigating emotional challenges: A journey with patients undergoing chemotherapy. World J Clin Oncol 2024; 15:1132-1135. [PMID: 39351461 PMCID: PMC11438853 DOI: 10.5306/wjco.v15.i9.1132] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/11/2024] [Revised: 07/26/2024] [Accepted: 08/07/2024] [Indexed: 08/29/2024] Open
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A recent article reported that cancer patients with subthreshold depression are more likely to develop major depression within a year. Multivariate regression analysis revealed that regular exercise was a protective factor against cancer-related fatigue, whereas advanced age, radiotherapy, pain, and low hemoglobin were risk factors for cancer-related fatigue. A limitation of this study was the lack of methodological details about leukemia patients receiving depressive treatment at a specific hospital. Professional assessment, behavioral modification plans, communication, destressing techniques, and educational plans may help chemotherapy patients manage emotional issues and reduce anxiety. Furthermore, these strategies can inspire patients to create, facilitate their treatment, and help them to remain healthy.
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- Nisha Mani Pandey
- Department of Geriatric Mental Health, King George's Medical University, Lucknow 226003, India
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- Department of Endocrine Surgery, King Georges Medical University, Lucknow 226003, India
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Chen L, Wang C, Smith GL, Dawkins-Moultin L, Shin LJ, Lu Q. Job Loss and Well-Being Among Chinese American Breast Cancer Survivors: The Mediating Role of Income and Perceived Stress. Int J Behav Med 2024:10.1007/s12529-023-10245-3. [PMID: 38169050 DOI: 10.1007/s12529-023-10245-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 12/01/2023] [Indexed: 01/05/2024]
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BACKGROUND A growing number of studies suggest that job loss has detrimental effects on cancer survivors. However, the underlying mechanisms are not well understood. Furthermore, minorities including Asian American cancer survivors remain understudied, yet they suffer from job loss more often. The present study examined the prevalence of job loss in Chinese American breast cancer survivors (CABCS) and investigated the relationship between job loss and well-being in this group and the underlying mechanisms. METHOD CABCS completed a questionnaire that included demographic, employment, and clinical information, as well as measures of psychosocial well-being. Descriptive analyses were conducted to gauge the prevalence of job loss, linear regressions were used to test associations between job loss and well-being, and path analyses were conducted to test mediations. RESULTS About 45.4% of survivors lost their job after being diagnosed with cancer, and only 35.2% of those who lost their job regained employment up to the assessment time. Job loss was associated with reduced income, which was associated with higher perceived stress, which, in turn, was associated with lower overall quality of life (QoL) and greater depressive symptoms. CONCLUSIONS Findings highlight the high prevalence of job loss and its negative effects on QoL and depression among CABCS. It is important for health care professionals to be sensitive to adverse financial events affecting minority BCS. In addition to offering BCS necessary practical assistance, psychosocial interventions focusing on reducing perceived stress associated with the cancer experience may be effective in mitigating some long-term consequences of job loss.
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- Lingjun Chen
- School of Education, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Chan Suikau Hall, Room 227, 800 Dongchuan Road, Shanghai, 200240, China.
- Department of Health Disparities Research, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 1400 Pressler St, Houston, TX, 77030, USA.
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- Department of Health Disparities Research, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 1400 Pressler St, Houston, TX, 77030, USA
- Department of Psychology, University of Houston, Houston, TX, USA
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX, USA
- Department of Health Services Research, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX, USA
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- Department of Health Disparities Research, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 1400 Pressler St, Houston, TX, 77030, USA
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- Department of Health Disparities Research, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 1400 Pressler St, Houston, TX, 77030, USA
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- Department of Health Disparities Research, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, 1400 Pressler St, Houston, TX, 77030, USA.
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Grocott B, Reynolds K, Logan G, Hebbard P, El-Gabalawy R. Breast cancer patient experiences of perioperative distress and anxiety: A qualitative study. Eur J Oncol Nurs 2023; 63:102299. [PMID: 36893576 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejon.2023.102299] [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: 09/27/2022] [Revised: 02/01/2023] [Accepted: 02/16/2023] [Indexed: 02/19/2023]
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PURPOSE Distress, often manifesting as anxiety, is common in breast cancer patients and becomes particularly elevated before surgery. This study investigated perspectives of those undergoing breast cancer surgery concerning what enhances and reduces distress and anxiety across the perioperative period (i.e., from diagnostic evaluation to recovery). METHODS The present study conducted qualitative semi-structured individual interviews with 15 adult breast cancer surgery patients within three months post-operation. Quantitative surveys provided background information (e.g., sociodemographics). Individual interviews were analyzed using thematic analysis. Quantitative data were analyzed descriptively. RESULTS Four main themes emerged from qualitative interviews: 1) "fighting an unknown" (sub-themes: uncertainty, health-related knowledge and experience); 2) "the cancer takes away the control" (sub-themes: "living at the whim of others", trusting care providers); 3) person at the centre of the patient (sub-themes: "managing life:" caregiving and work-related stressors, "everybody jumped in to help:" emotional and instrumental support); and 4) physical and emotional impacts of treatment (sub-themes: pain and impacted mobility, "losing a part of yourself"). Breast cancer patients' experiences of surgery-related distress and anxiety were contextualized by broader experiences of care. CONCLUSIONS Our findings illustrate the illness-specific experience of perioperative anxiety and distress in breast cancer patients and inform patient-centered care and intervention.
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- Bronwen Grocott
- Department of Psychology, Faculty of Arts, University of Manitoba, Canada; Department of Clinical Health Psychology, Max Rady College of Medicine, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Manitoba, Canada
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- Department of Psychology, Faculty of Arts, University of Manitoba, Canada; Department of Psychiatry, Max Rady College of Medicine, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Manitoba, Canada
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Perioperative and Pain Medicine, Max Rady College of Medicine, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Manitoba, Canada
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- Department of Surgery, Max Rady College of Medicine, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Manitoba, Canada; CancerCare Manitoba, Canada
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- Department of Psychology, Faculty of Arts, University of Manitoba, Canada; Department of Clinical Health Psychology, Max Rady College of Medicine, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Manitoba, Canada; Department of Psychiatry, Max Rady College of Medicine, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Manitoba, Canada; Department of Anesthesiology, Perioperative and Pain Medicine, Max Rady College of Medicine, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Manitoba, Canada; CancerCare Manitoba, Canada.
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Lundberg PC, Phoosuwan N. Life situations of Swedish women after mastectomy due to breast cancer: A qualitative study. Eur J Oncol Nurs 2022; 57:102116. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ejon.2022.102116] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/18/2021] [Revised: 02/08/2022] [Accepted: 02/19/2022] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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Phoosuwan N, Lundberg PC. Psychological distress and health-related quality of life among women with breast cancer: a descriptive cross-sectional study. Support Care Cancer 2021; 30:3177-3186. [PMID: 34950961 PMCID: PMC8857009 DOI: 10.1007/s00520-021-06763-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/13/2021] [Accepted: 12/14/2021] [Indexed: 12/09/2022]
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PURPOSE Breast cancer is the most common type of cancer found in women in Sweden and worldwide. Treatment leads to increased survival of patients, but they are at risk to experience psychological distress, including anxiety and depressive symptoms, and decreased health-related quality of life (HRQoL). This study investigated the relationship between psychological distress and HRQoL and related factors among women with breast cancer in Sweden. METHODS This descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted in Sweden. A total of 481 women with breast cancer answered voluntarily a questionnaire about sociodemographic and support factors, psychological distress, and HRQoL. Data were subjected to Pearson's correlation and linear regression analyses. RESULTS Psychological distress was related to HRQoL in terms of body image, future perspective, side effects of systemic therapy, breast symptoms, arm symptoms, and hair loss. Women with lower age were associated with increased symptoms of anxiety, while those having undergone breast reconstruction were associated with increased symptoms of depression. Breast reconstruction and chemotherapy worsened body image, low support from partner decreased sexual functioning and enjoyment, and low support from physicians and nurses worsened future perspective, side effects of systemic therapy, breast symptoms, and indignation about hair loss. CONCLUSIONS Psychological distress was correlated with the HRQoL. Increased support from physicians, nurses, and husband/partner may increase the HRQoL among women with breast cancer. Breast cancer treatments such as breast reconstruction and chemotherapy were factors that decreased the psychological distress and increased the HRQoL.
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- Nitikorn Phoosuwan
- Department of Public Health and Caring Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Uppsala University, BMC, Husargatan 3, Box 564, 751 22, Uppsala, Sweden. .,Department of Community Health, Faculty of Public Health, Kasetsart University Chalermphrakiat Sakonnakhon Province Campus, Sakon Nakhon, Thailand.
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- Department of Public Health and Caring Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Uppsala University, BMC, Husargatan 3, Box 564, 751 22, Uppsala, Sweden
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Mifsud A, Pehlivan MJ, Fam P, O’Grady M, van Steensel A, Elder E, Gilchrist J, Sherman KA. Feasibility and pilot study of a brief self-compassion intervention addressing body image distress in breast cancer survivors. Health Psychol Behav Med 2021; 9:498-526. [PMID: 34104572 PMCID: PMC8158280 DOI: 10.1080/21642850.2021.1929236] [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] [Received: 01/07/2021] [Accepted: 05/09/2021] [Indexed: 02/08/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The majority of breast cancer survivors (BCSs) experience body image concerns following treatment. Body Image distress (BID) is associated with psychological distress and diminished quality of life. A web-based self-compassion focused writing activity (My Changed Body - MyCB) reduces BID in BCSs, yet limited research exists on participant characteristics associated with such intervention adherence. Self-compassion-based meditations are also efficacious in reducing BID in non-BCS populations. This parallel, double-blind pilot randomised controlled trial aimed to assess the feasibility and acceptability of MyCB, with and without an additional meditation component, on BID and related psychological outcomes in BCSs. The trial was registered with the Australian and New Zealand Clinical Trials Registry (#ACTRN12619001693112). METHODS BCSs were randomly allocated to MyCB (n = 39), MyCB + Meditation (MyCB + M) (n = 17) or an expressive writing (EW) active control arm (n = 23). The primary outcome was BID. Secondary outcomes were body appreciation, affect (positive and negative), psychological distress (depression, anxiety and stress) and self-compassion (state and trait). Assessments were completed online at baseline, post-intervention and 1-month. RESULTS Adherence to the MyCB writing (45%) and meditation (50%) was modest, and acceptability was high for both MyCB and MyCB + M. Intent to treat linear mixed model analyses indicated: Post-intervention - state self-compassion and positive affect increased for MyCB compared to EW; 1-month: BID scores decreased across all conditions; trait self-compassion increased and anxiety decreased for MyCB + M compared to MyCB and EW. CONCLUSION These findings provide preliminary evidence for the efficacy and potential clinical use of the MyCB brief web-based self-compassion intervention alone and with the addition of meditation, to increase self-compassion and psychological wellbeing in BCSs.
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- Angela Mifsud
- Centre for Emotional Health, Department of Psychology, Macquarie University, Sydney, Australia
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- Centre for Emotional Health, Department of Psychology, Macquarie University, Sydney, Australia
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- Centre for Emotional Health, Department of Psychology, Macquarie University, Sydney, Australia
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- Centre for Emotional Health, Department of Psychology, Macquarie University, Sydney, Australia
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- Centre for Emotional Health, Department of Psychology, Macquarie University, Sydney, Australia
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- Westmead Breast Cancer Institute, Westmead Hospital, Sydney, Australia
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- Centre for Emotional Health, Department of Psychology, Macquarie University, Sydney, Australia
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Smit A, Coetzee B, Roomaney R, Swartz L. Understanding the subjective experiences of South African women with recurrent breast cancer: A qualitative study. J Health Psychol 2021; 27:1959-1970. [PMID: 33855880 DOI: 10.1177/13591053211002236] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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This study explored the subjective experiences of 12 South African women diagnosed with recurrent breast cancer. Women were invited to take part in unstructured narrative interviews, and to complete a diary in which they could reflect on their breast cancer experiences. Most responded to their recurrence with an optimistic stance. Religious beliefs and support structures were important coping strategies. Women's perceptions of their changed bodies varied from being of least concern, to becoming the most distressing aspect. The findings highlight the complexity of illness experience and the different ways in which women make sense of a second episode of cancer.
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- Anri Smit
- Stellenbosch University, South Africa
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The Experiences and Support Needs of Women With Gestational Breast Cancer in Singapore: A Descriptive Qualitative Study. Cancer Nurs 2020; 45:E263-E269. [PMID: 33252405 DOI: 10.1097/ncc.0000000000000912] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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BACKGROUND Gestational breast cancer is diagnosed during pregnancy or within the first postpartum year. There is a lack of studies on the experiences of ethnically diverse Asian women with gestational breast cancer. OBJECTIVE The aim of this study was to explore the experiences of Asian women with gestational breast cancer so necessary support can be rendered. METHODS This qualitative descriptive study used purposive sampling to recruit 7 women with gestational breast cancer who were following up at the breast center of a tertiary women's hospital in Singapore. Semistructured, individual, face-to-face, audio-recorded interviews were used to explore the in-depth experiences of these women. Data were transcribed verbatim and analyzed using thematic analysis. RESULTS Three main themes emerged from the thematic analysis: (1) being a sick woman, (2) juggling between being a mother and a patient, and (3) seeking normalcy. Women had to contend with disruptive changes from gestational breast cancer, both emotionally and physically. They were constantly distressed by their altered body images, and family support was vital to help these women cope with their treatments. Alternative support sources included healthcare professionals and the Internet. CONCLUSION Gestational breast cancer experiences varied based on the women's encounter perceptions and existing support. Their experiences may be improved through further support to mediate their coping efforts. Future quantitative and qualitative research should explore and evaluate the various aspects of the long-term disease and psychosocial effects of gestational breast cancer. IMPLICATIONS FOR PRACTICE Hospitals should include support strategies in antenatal classes and postnatal workshops to lessen disruptions of the motherhood experiences.
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Higher Distress in Patients with Breast Cancer Is Associated with Declining Breast Reconstruction. PLASTIC AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY-GLOBAL OPEN 2020; 8:e2636. [PMID: 32309083 PMCID: PMC7159969 DOI: 10.1097/gox.0000000000002636] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/15/2019] [Accepted: 12/09/2019] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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Background: Distress among newly diagnosed patients with breast cancer is common and may have an impact on their surgical decision-making. The revised Edmonton Symptom Assessment System (ESAS-r) is a validated instrument that provides an estimate of patients’ total distress, and no previous study has related preoperative scores to the choice to have breast reconstruction. Methods: Women with breast cancer treated at the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre in 2014 were reviewed, and patient and tumor characteristics were collected from local databases. Breast reconstruction status was obtained from patients’ electronic medical records until April 2017. A multivariable logistic regression model assessed for an independent association between preoperative ESAS-r total distress scores and patients’ decision to have breast reconstruction. Results: A total of 312 patients were analyzed. ESAS-r values had an overall median score of 10.0 and ranged from 0 to 69 (interquartile range, 17). Of these patients, 82 chose to undergo breast reconstruction surgery (26.8%). Multivariable logistic regression analysis showed that higher ESAS-r scores were associated with patients forgoing breast reconstruction surgery (lumpectomy-alone group: odds ratio estimate, 1.034 [1.004–1.064], P = 0.025; mastectomy-alone group: odds ratio estimate, 1.031 [1.004–1.059], P = 0.023). Conclusions: This study of patients with breast cancer found that higher distress scores as measured by the ESAS-r were associated with reduced breast reconstruction. Distress in patients with breast cancer is important to address, as it is often treatable, and its resolution may unmask a desire for breast reconstruction, which has known benefits psychosocially.
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Jørgensen L, Kastrup Jensen S, Brogaard B. Situational awareness in the outpatient encounter between patients with breast cancer or malignant melanoma and healthcare professionals: Patients' perceptions. J Clin Nurs 2019; 29:1981-1990. [PMID: 31769553 DOI: 10.1111/jocn.15122] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/12/2019] [Revised: 10/31/2019] [Accepted: 11/19/2019] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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AIMS AND OBJECTIVES To explore patients' experiences of situational awareness in the outpatient encounter when they are informed about the diagnosis of breast cancer or malignant melanoma. BACKGROUND Patients enter a stressful situation when receiving a diagnosis of breast cancer or malignant melanoma, and research indicates that needs are most prominent at this time. However, healthcare professionals often fail to address these needs adequately. It is unclear how patients experience situational awareness practised to meet their fundamental needs in the encounter when they are informed about the diagnosis of cancer. DESIGN This study used a phenomenological hermeneutical approach. METHODS Nine semi-structured interviews with patients being diagnosed with breast cancer or malignant melanoma were performed. The interpretation theory of Paul Ricoeur guided the analysis. The study is presented in line with the COREQ checklist. RESULTS The analysis resulted in three themes: 1) "Being accompanied" refers to how patients need information to be targeted to them as individuals. 2) "Being seen" points to HCPs' exploration of the patients' perspectives to get an understanding of their preferences. 3) "Being taken care of" indicates that patients feel supported if situational awareness is practised by the healthcare professionals. CONCLUSION Practicing situational awareness in the outpatient encounter is essential to patients' experience of feeling accommodated or rejected. Patients feel rejected when their fundamental needs are not met while experiencing situational awareness seems to accommodate fundamental needs and pre-empt an inappropriate patient outcome. RELEVANCE TO CLINICAL PRACTICE HCPs need to acknowledge the importance of using a structured approach to meeting patients' fundamental needs in a stressful situation. Each patient is different and may experience different needs in encounters where they are receiving the diagnosis of breast cancer or malignant melanoma. Therefore, treatment and care must be tailored to the individual patient based on a caring relationship.
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- Lone Jørgensen
- Clinic for Surgery and Cancer Treatment, Aalborg University Hospital, Aalborg, Denmark.,Clinical Nursing Research Unit, Aalborg University Hospital, Aalborg, Denmark
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- Department of Plastic Surgery, Clinic for Surgery and Cancer Treatment, Aalborg University Hospital, Aalborg, Denmark
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- Department of Breast Surgery, Clinic for Surgery and Cancer Treatment, Aalborg University Hospital, Aalborg, Denmark
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Retrouvey H, Zhong T, Gagliardi AR, Baxter NN, Webster F. How patient acceptability affects access to breast reconstruction: a qualitative study. BMJ Open 2019; 9:e029048. [PMID: 31481552 PMCID: PMC6731851 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2019-029048] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/23/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES There has been limited research on the acceptability of breast reconstruction (BR) to breast cancer patients. We performed interviews to explore breast cancer patients' acceptability of BR. DESIGN Qualitative study. SETTING Recruitment from six Ontario hospitals across the province (Toronto, Ottawa, Hamilton, London, Thunder Bay and Windsor) as well as key breast cancer organisations between November 2017 and June 2018. PARTICIPANTS Women of any age with a diagnosis of breast cancer planning to undergo or having undergone a mastectomy with or without BR. INTERVENTION Sixty-minute semi-structured interviews were analysed using qualitative descriptive methodology that draws on inductive thematic analysis. OUTCOME In the telephone interviews, participants discussed their experience with breast cancer and accessing BR, focusing on the acceptability of BR as a surgical option post-mastectomy. RESULTS Of the 28 participants, 11 had undergone BR at the time of the interview, 5 at the time of mastectomy and 6 at a later date. Four inter-related themes were identified that reflected women's evolving ideas about BR as they progressed through different stages of their disease and treatment. The themes we developed were: (1) cancer survival before BR, (2) the influence of physicians on BR acceptability, (3) patient's shift to BR acceptance and (4) women's need to justify BR. For many women, access to BR surgery became more salient over time, thus adding a temporal element to the existing access framework. CONCLUSION In our study, women's access to BR was negatively influenced by the poor acceptability of this surgical procedure. The acceptability of BR was a complex process taking place over time, from the moment of breast cancer diagnosis to BR consideration. BR access may be improved through enhancing patient acceptability of BR. We suggest adapting the current access to care frameworks by further developing the concept of acceptability.
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- Helene Retrouvey
- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of surgery, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of surgery, University Health Network, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Institute of Health Policy, Management and Evaluation, University Health Network, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Division of General Surgery, Department of Surgery, St. Michael's Hospital, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Faculty of Health Sciences, Arthur Labatt School of Nursing, Western University, London, Ontario, Canada
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Palm P, Missel M, Zwisler AD, Svendsen JH, Giraldi A, Berg SK. A place of understanding: Patients' lived experiences of participating in a sexual rehabilitation programme after heart disease. Scand J Caring Sci 2019; 34:370-379. [PMID: 31313855 DOI: 10.1111/scs.12738] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/28/2018] [Revised: 06/12/2019] [Accepted: 06/25/2019] [Indexed: 01/06/2023]
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AIMS AND OBJECTIVES The aim of this project was to explore the lived experience of participating in a nonpharmacological sexual rehabilitation programme. BACKGROUND In the healthcare system, patients are important stakeholders, and their experience and knowledge are essential to include when evaluating rehabilitation programmes. Patient experiences with participating in sexual rehabilitation for cardiovascular patients have not yet been investigated. METHODS Ten qualitative interviews were conducted with male patients from a randomised controlled trial investigating the effect of a 12-week rehabilitation programme focusing on sexuality. The analysis was inspired by Paul Ricoeur's theory of interpretation. Analysis consisted of three levels: (i) naive reading, (ii) structural analysis and (iii) critical interpretation and discussion. The theoretical framework reflects aspects of behavioural theory of social cognitive theory developed by Albert Bandura and his concept of self-efficacy. RESULTS The findings are presented as themes extracted from the structural analysis and interpreted in the critical interpretation and express the way in which cardiovascular patients experience participating in a sexual rehabilitation programme. Three themes were identified reflecting the intervention to be a special place of understanding, describing the intervention as a supporting atmosphere and finally expressing the intervention as empowering sexuality. CONCLUSIONS Participating in the sexual rehabilitation programme was experienced as efficient, valuable, motivating and safe, but dependent on a professional setting. The intervention developed participants' self-efficacy with regard to their sexual performance and relationship. RELEVANCE TO CLINICAL PRACTICE The findings highlight the importance of a professional setting including certain competencies such as humour and professional skills when handling the after-care of cardiovascular patients with sexual problems.
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- Pernille Palm
- Department of Cardiology, The Heart Centre, Copenhagen University Hospital, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Copenhagen University Hospital, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- The National Knowledge Centre for Rehabilitation and Palliative Care, Odense University Hospital and University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark
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- Department of Cardiology, The Heart Centre, Copenhagen University Hospital, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark.,Department of Clinical Medicine, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Clinical Medicine, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark.,Sexological Clinic, Psychiatric Centre, Copenhagen University Hospital, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Cardiology, The Heart Centre, Copenhagen University Hospital, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark.,Department of Clinical Medicine, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
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Dionigi F, Milani R, Garcia-Etienne CA, Praticò V, Riboni G, Della Valle A, Ferrari A, Grasso D, Lasagna A, Pedrazzoli P, Klersy C, Politi P, Sgarella A, Manna S, Conti C. The institution of a Multi-disciplinary Italian Breast Unit: Reflections of the first psychosocial research study results on distress and quality of life. Breast J 2019; 25:678-681. [PMID: 31127684 DOI: 10.1111/tbj.13244] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/24/2018] [Revised: 05/29/2018] [Accepted: 06/05/2018] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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Breast cancer affects patients both emotionally and physically. It is time to consider distress as the sixth vital sign in breast cancer patients in Europe. Between 2012 and 2015, our EUSOMA-certified multi-disciplinary group conducted a study on emotional distress and quality-of-life in breast cancer patients at diagnosis, and observed their trend over the first 8 months of treatment. One hundred and forty-nine patients concluded the program. The psycho-oncologist and the breast nurses gave out SF36, Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale and Distress Thermometer. Our Italian data go along with the reported literature on distress and quality-of-life. Despite modern advances, experiencing breast cancer impacts on overall quality-of-life.
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- Francesca Dionigi
- Breast Centre, Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, Pavia, Italy.,General Surgery III- Breast Surgery, Department of Surgery, Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, Pavia, Italy.,PhD in Experimental Medicine, Università degli Studi, Pavia, Italy
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- Department of Brain and Behavioral Sciences, Università degli Studi, Pavia, Italy
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- Breast Centre, Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, Pavia, Italy.,Department of Clinical-Surgical Sciences, Università degli Studi, Pavia, Italy
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- Breast Centre, Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, Pavia, Italy
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- Breast Centre, Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, Pavia, Italy
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- Breast Centre, Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, Pavia, Italy.,General Surgery III- Breast Surgery, Department of Surgery, Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, Pavia, Italy
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- Breast Centre, Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, Pavia, Italy.,General Surgery III- Breast Surgery, Department of Surgery, Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, Pavia, Italy.,Department of Clinical-Surgical Sciences, Università degli Studi, Pavia, Italy
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- Breast Centre, Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, Pavia, Italy.,Medical Oncology, Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo and Università degli Studi, Pavia, Italy
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- Breast Centre, Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, Pavia, Italy.,Medical Oncology, Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo and Università degli Studi, Pavia, Italy
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- Breast Centre, Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, Pavia, Italy.,Medical Oncology, Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo and Università degli Studi, Pavia, Italy
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- Servizio di Epidemiologia Clinica e Biometria, Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, Pavia, Italy
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- Department of Brain and Behavioral Sciences, Università degli Studi, Pavia, Italy
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- Breast Centre, Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, Pavia, Italy.,General Surgery III- Breast Surgery, Department of Surgery, Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, Pavia, Italy.,Department of Clinical-Surgical Sciences, Università degli Studi, Pavia, Italy
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- Breast Centre, Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, Pavia, Italy
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- Breast Centre, Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo, Pavia, Italy
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Women's stories of living with breast cancer: A systematic review and meta-synthesis of qualitative evidence. Soc Sci Med 2019; 222:231-245. [PMID: 30665063 DOI: 10.1016/j.socscimed.2019.01.020] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/01/2018] [Revised: 12/07/2018] [Accepted: 01/13/2019] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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RATIONALE Globally, breast cancer is by far the most frequently occurring cancer amongst women. Whilst the physical consequences of the disease and associated treatments are well documented, a comprehensive picture of how breast cancer is experienced at all stages of disease progression is lacking. OBJECTIVE This systematic review aimed to synthesize qualitative studies documenting women's breast cancer narratives into an empirically based explanatory framework. METHODS Two investigators independently searched Academic Search Premiere, CINAHL, Health Source: Nursing/Academic Edition, MEDLINE, PsycARTICLES, PubMed, Science Direct, SCOPUS, Web of Science and three international dissertation repositories using a pre-specified search strategy to identify qualitative studies on women's breast cancer narratives across all geographic and income-level settings. Of the 7840 studies that were screened for eligibility, included in the review were 180 studies, which were assessed using the Critical Appraisal Skills Programme. Using a 'meta-study' approach, an explanatory model of the breast cancer experience was formulated. Finally, we assessed the confidence in the review findings using the 'Confidence in the Evidence from Reviews of Qualitative Research' (CERQual) guidelines. RESULTS Eight core themes were identified: the burden of breast cancer, existential ordeal, illness appraisal, sources of support, being in the healthcare system, the self in relation to others, changes in self-image, and survivor identity. Together, these form the proposed Trajectory of Breast Cancer (TBC) framework. CONCLUSION The Trajectory of Breast Cancer explanatory framework offers a theoretically defensible synthesis of women's experiences of breast cancer. This framework provides an empirical basis for future reviewers conducting qualitative and narrative breast cancer research.
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Zøylner IA, Lomborg K, Christiansen PM, Kirkegaard P. Surgical breast cancer patient pathway: Experiences of patients and relatives and their unmet needs. Health Expect 2019; 22:262-272. [PMID: 30636366 PMCID: PMC6433326 DOI: 10.1111/hex.12869] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/26/2018] [Revised: 11/23/2018] [Accepted: 12/18/2018] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND AND AIM Breast cancer is the most common cancer disease in women worldwide. In Denmark, the law prescribes cancer patient pathways (CPPs) in general and thus also for breast cancer. Although results from patient satisfaction surveys show overall satisfaction with the pathway, a call for improvement has been voiced for some areas. The aim of this study was to explore patients' and relatives' experiences with the surgical breast CPP and to identify any unmet needs. METHOD This study was based on focus groups with patients who had surgery for breast cancer, and their relatives. The settings were two Danish surgical breast cancer clinics. FINDINGS Overall, patients and relatives found the structure of the surgical breast CPP satisfactory. The time in the surgical department was short, and most patients found it difficult to cope with the situation. Empathy and a supportive relationship between patients, relatives and health-care professionals were of great importance. Five key points were identified in which some of the participants had unmet needs. Suggestions for change were related to information, communication, choice of treatment, flexibility in the pathway and easy access to the clinic after surgery. CONCLUSION Although patients and relatives found the CPP for breast cancer satisfactory and well planned, suggestions for change were made relating to unmet needs with respect to five key points in the pathway. Implementing findings from this study in clinical practice requires co-operation between health-care professionals and support from the leaders of the organization.
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- Department of Clinical Medicine, Aarhus University, Aarhus, Denmark
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- Department of Plastic and Breast Surgery, Aarhus University Hospital, Aarhus, Denmark.,Department of Surgery, Randers Regional Hospital, Randers, Denmark
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- Department of Public Health Programmes, Randers Regional Hospital, Randers, Denmark
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Voldbjerg SL, Laugesen B, Bahnsen IB, Jørgensen L, Sørensen IM, Grønkjaer M, Sørensen EE. Integrating the fundamentals of care framework in baccalaureate nursing education: An example from a nursing school in Denmark. J Clin Nurs 2018; 27:2506-2515. [PMID: 29575165 DOI: 10.1111/jocn.14354] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 03/03/2018] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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AIMS AND OBJECTIVES To describe and discuss the process of integrating the Fundamentals of Care framework in a baccalaureate nursing education at a School of Nursing in Denmark. BACKGROUND Nursing education plays an essential role in educating nurses to work within healthcare systems in which a demanding workload on nurses results in fundamental nursing care being left undone. Newly graduated nurses often lack knowledge and skills to meet the challenges of delivering fundamental care in clinical practice. To develop nursing students' understanding of fundamental nursing, the conceptual Fundamentals of Care framework has been integrated in nursing education at a School of Nursing in Denmark. DESIGN AND METHODS Discursive paper using an adjusted descriptive case study design for describing and discussing the process of integrating the conceptual Fundamentals of Care Framework in nursing education. RESULTS The process of integrating the Fundamentals of Care framework is illuminated through a description of the context, in which the process occurs including the faculty members, lectures, case-based work and simulation laboratory in nursing education. Based on this description, opportunities such as supporting a holistic approach to an evidence-based integrative patient care and challenges such as scepticism among the faculty are discussed. CONCLUSION It is suggested how integration of Fundamentals of Care Framework in lectures, case-based work and simulation laboratory can make fundamental nursing care more explicit in nursing education, support critical thinking and underline the relevance of evidence-based practice. The process relies on a supportive context, a well-informed and engaged faculty, and continuous reflections on how the conceptual framework can be integrated. RELEVANCE TO CLINICAL PRACTICE Integrating the Fundamentals of Care framework can support nursing students' critical thinking and reflection on what fundamental nursing care is and requires and eventually educate nurses in providing evidence-based fundamental nursing care.
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- Siri Lygum Voldbjerg
- Clinical Nursing Research Unit, Aalborg University Hospital, Aalborg, Denmark.,School of Nursing, University College of Northern Denmark, Aalborg, Denmark
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- Clinical Nursing Research Unit, Aalborg University Hospital, Aalborg, Denmark
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- School of Nursing, University College of Northern Denmark, Aalborg, Denmark
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- Clinic for Surgery and Oncology, Aalborg University Hospital, Aalborg, Denmark
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- Clinical Nursing Research Unit, Aalborg University Hospital, Aalborg, Denmark.,Department of Clinical Medicine, Aalborg University, Aalborg, Denmark
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- Clinical Nursing Research Unit, Aalborg University Hospital, Aalborg, Denmark.,Department of Clinical Medicine, Aalborg University, Aalborg, Denmark
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Langelier B, Rieutord E, Alizada U, Metten MA, Meyer N, Bodin F. [Assessment of patient satisfaction following nipple-areolar complex tattooing after breast reconstruction.]. Rech Soins Infirm 2018:37-44. [PMID: 30066505 DOI: 10.3917/rsi.133.0037] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/14/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Nipple-areolar complex tattooing often completes the breast mound reconstruction process after cancer surgery. However, there have been few studies evaluating patient satisfaction with this technique. OBJECTIVE To assess patients' esthetic satisfaction with the results of tattooing performed by nurses. METHOD Ninety-eight women participated in the study. Overall satisfaction with reconstruction and satisfaction with the tattoo's color, dimension, position, and form were determined using questionnaires completed by patients and a professional jury. RESULTS 97% of patients reported overall satisfaction with the results of nipple-areolar reconstruction. The satisfaction rate with the tattoo's color was 67%, with dimension 96%, with form 95%, and with position 94%. The satisfaction rates of the jury were as follows: nipple-areolar reconstruction 79%; color 52%; dimension 77%; form 75%; and position 69%. DISCUSSION On the whole, the patients were satisfied with the results one year after tattooing and their satisfaction rate was higher than that of the jury's. Only 6.1% of women required a second tattoo because of discoloration. CONCLUSION Nipple-areolar complex tattooing has a high rate of patient esthetic satisfaction and can be performed by a trained nurse without the need for hospital admission.
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Sherman KA, Przezdziecki A, Alcorso J, Kilby CJ, Elder E, Boyages J, Koelmeyer L, Mackie H. Reducing Body Image-Related Distress in Women With Breast Cancer Using a Structured Online Writing Exercise: Results From the My Changed Body Randomized Controlled Trial. J Clin Oncol 2018; 36:1930-1940. [PMID: 29688834 DOI: 10.1200/jco.2017.76.3318] [Citation(s) in RCA: 68] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/08/2023] Open
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Purpose Breast cancer treatment adverse effects result in one in three survivors experiencing body image-related distress (BID) that negatively impacts on a woman's ability to recover after cancer and into survivorship. My Changed Body (MyCB) is a Web-based psychological intervention to alleviate BID and improve body appreciation in survivors of breast cancer (BCSs) through a single-session, self-compassion focused writing activity. This randomized controlled trial evaluated the impact of MyCB on BID and body appreciation in BCSs. The moderating effect of lymphedema status (affected or unaffected) and appearance investment (self-importance placed on personal appearance) and the mediating effect of self-compassion were evaluated. Patients and Methods Women (disease-free stage I to III BCSs who had experienced at least one negative event related to bodily changes after breast cancer) were randomly assigned to MyCB (n = 149) or an expressive writing control arm (n = 155). Primary outcomes were reduction in BID and improvement in body appreciation 1 week after intervention. Secondary outcomes included psychological distress (depression and anxiety) and self-compassion. Follow-up assessments occurred 1 week, 1 month, and 3 months after writing. Results Compliance with the MyCB intervention was 88%, and attrition was 9.2%. Intent-to-treat linear mixed models indicated that participants who received MyCB reported significantly less BID ( P = .035) and greater body appreciation ( P = .004) and self-compassion ( P < .001) than expressive writing participants. Intervention effects on BID were moderated by lymphedema status ( P = .007) and appearance investment ( P = .042). Self-compassion mediated effects on both primary outcomes. Therapeutic effects were maintained at 1 month (BID and body appreciation) and 3 months (body appreciation) after intervention. Significant reductions in psychological distress (1-month depression, P = .001; 1-week and 1-month anxiety, P = .007) were evident for MyCB participants with lymphedema. Conclusion This study supports the efficacy of MyCB for reducing BID and enhancing body appreciation among BCSs.
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- Kerry A Sherman
- Kerry A. Sherman, Astrid Przezdziecki, Jessica Alcorso, and Christopher Jon Kilby, Center for Emotional Health, Macquarie University; Kerry A. Sherman and Elisabeth Elder, Westmead Breast Cancer Institute, Westmead Hospital; Astrid Przezdziecki, Liverpool Cancer Therapy Centre, Liverpool Hospital, and South Western Sydney Clinical School, University of New South Wales; John Boyages and Louise Koelmeyer, Australian Lymphedema Education, Research, and Treatment Center, Macquarie University; and Helen Mackie, Mt Wilga Lymphedema Center, Mt Wilga Private Hospital, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- Kerry A. Sherman, Astrid Przezdziecki, Jessica Alcorso, and Christopher Jon Kilby, Center for Emotional Health, Macquarie University; Kerry A. Sherman and Elisabeth Elder, Westmead Breast Cancer Institute, Westmead Hospital; Astrid Przezdziecki, Liverpool Cancer Therapy Centre, Liverpool Hospital, and South Western Sydney Clinical School, University of New South Wales; John Boyages and Louise Koelmeyer, Australian Lymphedema Education, Research, and Treatment Center, Macquarie University; and Helen Mackie, Mt Wilga Lymphedema Center, Mt Wilga Private Hospital, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- Kerry A. Sherman, Astrid Przezdziecki, Jessica Alcorso, and Christopher Jon Kilby, Center for Emotional Health, Macquarie University; Kerry A. Sherman and Elisabeth Elder, Westmead Breast Cancer Institute, Westmead Hospital; Astrid Przezdziecki, Liverpool Cancer Therapy Centre, Liverpool Hospital, and South Western Sydney Clinical School, University of New South Wales; John Boyages and Louise Koelmeyer, Australian Lymphedema Education, Research, and Treatment Center, Macquarie University; and Helen Mackie, Mt Wilga Lymphedema Center, Mt Wilga Private Hospital, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- Kerry A. Sherman, Astrid Przezdziecki, Jessica Alcorso, and Christopher Jon Kilby, Center for Emotional Health, Macquarie University; Kerry A. Sherman and Elisabeth Elder, Westmead Breast Cancer Institute, Westmead Hospital; Astrid Przezdziecki, Liverpool Cancer Therapy Centre, Liverpool Hospital, and South Western Sydney Clinical School, University of New South Wales; John Boyages and Louise Koelmeyer, Australian Lymphedema Education, Research, and Treatment Center, Macquarie University; and Helen Mackie, Mt Wilga Lymphedema Center, Mt Wilga Private Hospital, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- Kerry A. Sherman, Astrid Przezdziecki, Jessica Alcorso, and Christopher Jon Kilby, Center for Emotional Health, Macquarie University; Kerry A. Sherman and Elisabeth Elder, Westmead Breast Cancer Institute, Westmead Hospital; Astrid Przezdziecki, Liverpool Cancer Therapy Centre, Liverpool Hospital, and South Western Sydney Clinical School, University of New South Wales; John Boyages and Louise Koelmeyer, Australian Lymphedema Education, Research, and Treatment Center, Macquarie University; and Helen Mackie, Mt Wilga Lymphedema Center, Mt Wilga Private Hospital, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- Kerry A. Sherman, Astrid Przezdziecki, Jessica Alcorso, and Christopher Jon Kilby, Center for Emotional Health, Macquarie University; Kerry A. Sherman and Elisabeth Elder, Westmead Breast Cancer Institute, Westmead Hospital; Astrid Przezdziecki, Liverpool Cancer Therapy Centre, Liverpool Hospital, and South Western Sydney Clinical School, University of New South Wales; John Boyages and Louise Koelmeyer, Australian Lymphedema Education, Research, and Treatment Center, Macquarie University; and Helen Mackie, Mt Wilga Lymphedema Center, Mt Wilga Private Hospital, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- Kerry A. Sherman, Astrid Przezdziecki, Jessica Alcorso, and Christopher Jon Kilby, Center for Emotional Health, Macquarie University; Kerry A. Sherman and Elisabeth Elder, Westmead Breast Cancer Institute, Westmead Hospital; Astrid Przezdziecki, Liverpool Cancer Therapy Centre, Liverpool Hospital, and South Western Sydney Clinical School, University of New South Wales; John Boyages and Louise Koelmeyer, Australian Lymphedema Education, Research, and Treatment Center, Macquarie University; and Helen Mackie, Mt Wilga Lymphedema Center, Mt Wilga Private Hospital, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- Kerry A. Sherman, Astrid Przezdziecki, Jessica Alcorso, and Christopher Jon Kilby, Center for Emotional Health, Macquarie University; Kerry A. Sherman and Elisabeth Elder, Westmead Breast Cancer Institute, Westmead Hospital; Astrid Przezdziecki, Liverpool Cancer Therapy Centre, Liverpool Hospital, and South Western Sydney Clinical School, University of New South Wales; John Boyages and Louise Koelmeyer, Australian Lymphedema Education, Research, and Treatment Center, Macquarie University; and Helen Mackie, Mt Wilga Lymphedema Center, Mt Wilga Private Hospital, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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BACKGROUND The diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer may negatively affect the quality of life (QOL) of women. OBJECTIVES The aim of this study is to assess QOL in women with breast cancer who were treated with or without chemotherapy and to identify factors associated with improved or worsening QOL in these women. METHODS This cross-sectional study enrolled 112 women who were treated with chemotherapy (CTX group, with 85 [75.9%] women) or without chemotherapy (non-CTX group, with 27 [24.1%] women) for breast cancer. The Short-Form Health Survey (SF-36) assessed QOL and the Hospital Anxiety and Depression scale assessed anxiety and depression. RESULTS The overall mean SF-36 score was below 50 in all domains. Relative to CTX women, non-CTX women were significantly older (P = .001) and more likely to engage in physical exercise (P = .002). The non-CTX group had higher scores in the Physical Functioning (P = .001) and Role-Physical (P = .0009) domains of the SF-36 relative to the CTX group, and the fluoruracil + epirubicin + cyclophosphamide group had significantly lower scores in the SF-36 domains Physical Functioning (P = .009) and Role-Physical (P = .02). CONCLUSION Chemotherapy treatment for breast cancer worsens QOL in the Physical Functioning and the Role-Physical domains of the SF-36 relative to women treated without chemotherapy. IMPLICATIONS FOR PRACTICE Nurses should assess Physical Functioning and the Role-Physical before treatment, as a woman who was not physically active before breast cancer is not likely to become physically active after treatment. Establishing support groups and providing educational sessions about the disease and its management, supportive care can improve the QOL of this population.
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Jrgensen L, Laursen BS. Perceived factors affecting distress among women taking part in surgical continuity of care for breast cancer: a systematic review protocol. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2016; 14:124-30. [PMID: 27532794 DOI: 10.11124/jbisrir-2016-002972] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/31/2022]
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REVIEW QUESTION/OBJECTIVE The objective of this systematic review is to identify, appraise and synthesize the evidence on perceived factors affecting distress among women taking part in surgical continuity of care for breast cancer to provide evidence for improving support and care.The specific review question is: What are the perceived factors that contribute to an increase or a reduction in distress among women taking part in surgical continuity of care for breast cancer?
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- Lone Jrgensen
- 1Clinic for Surgery and Cancer Treatment, Clinic for Surgery and Oncology, Aalborg University Hospital, Aalborg, Denmark 2Department of Clinical Medicine, Aalborg University, Aalborg, Denmark 3Clinical Nursing Research Unit, Aalborg University Hospital, Aalborg, Denmark 4Danish Centre of Systematic Reviews in Nursing: an Affiliate Center of the Joanna Briggs Institute
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Lesur A, Ameloot S, Troufleau P, Barlier C, Dionisio M, Lemoine L. Suspicion ou diagnostic de cancer du sein : optimisation du temps diagnostique pour un meilleur « après ». ONCOLOGIE 2016. [DOI: 10.1007/s10269-016-2586-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/27/2022]
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