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Gül D, Atasoy BM, Ercan E, Başkan Z, Bektaş Kayhan K. Does lower dose pilocarpine have a role in radiation-induced xerostomia in the modern radiotherapy era? A single-center experience based on patient-reported outcome measures. Eur Arch Otorhinolaryngol 2024; 281:3727-3733. [PMID: 38573515 DOI: 10.1007/s00405-024-08616-x] [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: 01/06/2024] [Accepted: 03/11/2024] [Indexed: 04/05/2024]
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PURPOSE This study aims to investigate the efficacy of lower dose pilocarpine in alleviating late dry mouth symptoms in head and neck cancer patients received radiotherapy. METHODS Eighteen head and neck cancer patients experiencing persistent dry mouth were enrolled in this study. All participants started pilocarpine treatment a median of 6 months post-radiotherapy. Initially, patients received pilocarpine at 5 mg/day, with a gradual increase to the recommended dose of 15 mg/day. A Patient-Reported Outcome Measurement (PROMs) questionnaire assessed symptoms' severity related to hyposalivation. RESULTS All patients reported symptomatic dry mouth above grade 2 before starting the medication. Pilocarpine treatment continued based on patients' self-assessment, with a median duration of 12 months (range, 3-36 months). The median daily maintenance dose was 10 mg (range, 5 to 20 mg). Total PROMs scores significantly decreased following medication, from 13 points (range 7-18 points) to 7 points (range 4-13 points) (p = 0.001). Significant improvements were observed in questions related to dry mouth (p < 0.001), water intake during eating (p = 0.01), carrying water (p = 0.01), taste (p < 0.001), and water intake during speech (p < 0.001). Initial and maintenance doses of pilocarpine were lower, and the duration of pilocarpine usage was shorter in patients treated with intensity-modulated radiation therapy compared to conformal radiotherapy (12 months vs. 25 months, p = 0.04). CONCLUSION Pilocarpine may be considered at doses lower for late-term dry mouth. With modern radiotherapy techniques effectively preserving the parotid gland, short-term use may be recommended in these patients. Future studies may enhance the development of a more robust patient selection criteria model.
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- Dilek Gül
- S.B.-Marmara University Pendik Education and Research Hospital Radiation Oncology Clinic, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, School of Medicine, Marmara University, Istanbul, Turkey.
- Marmara Üniversitesi Pendik EAH Radyasyon Onkolojisi Kliniği, Fevzi Çakmak Mah. Muhsin Yazıcıoğlu Cad. No: 8, 34899, Istanbul, Turkey.
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, School of Medicine, Marmara University, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, School of Medicine, Marmara University, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, İstanbul University Faculty of Dentistry, Istanbul, Turkey
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Peciu-Florianu I, Vannod-Michel Q, Vauleon E, Bonneterre ME, Reyns N. Long term follow-up of patients with newly diagnosed glioblastoma treated by intraoperative photodynamic therapy: an update from the INDYGO trial (NCT03048240). J Neurooncol 2024; 168:495-505. [PMID: 38753093 PMCID: PMC11186870 DOI: 10.1007/s11060-024-04693-4] [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: 03/17/2024] [Accepted: 04/22/2024] [Indexed: 06/20/2024]
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PURPOSE Glioblastoma remains incurable despite optimal multimodal management. The interim analysis of open label, single arm INDYGO pilot trial showed actuarial 12-months progression-free survival (PFS) of 60% (median 17.1 months), actuarial 12-months overall survival (OS) of 80% (median 23.1 months). We report updated, exploratory analyses of OS, PFS, and health-related quality of life (HRQOL) for patients receiving intraoperative photodynamic therapy (PDT) with 5-aminolevulinic acid hydrochloride (5-ALA HCl). METHODS Ten patients were included (May 2017 - April 2021) for standardized therapeutic approach including 5-ALA HCl fluorescence-guided surgery (FGS), followed by intraoperative PDT with a single 200 J/cm2 dose of light. Postoperatively, patients received adjuvant therapy (Stupp protocol) then followed every 3 months (clinical and cerebral MRI) and until disease progression and/or death. Procedure safety and toxicity occurring during the first four weeks after PDT were assessed. Data concerning relapse, HRQOL and survival were prospectively collected and analyzed. RESULTS At the cut-off date (i.e., November 1st 2023), median follow-up was 23 months (9,7-71,4). No unacceptable or unexpected toxicities and no treatment-related deaths occurred during the study. Kaplan-Meier estimated 23.4 months median OS, actuarial 12-month PFS rate 60%, actuarial 12-month, 24-month, and 5-year OS rates 80%, 50% and 40%, respectively. Four patients were still alive (1 patient free of recurrence). CONCLUSION At 5 years-follow-up, intraoperative PDT with surgical maximal excision as initial therapy and standard adjuvant treatment suggests an increase of time to recurrence and overall survival in a high proportion of patients. Quality of life was maintained without any severe side effects. TRIAL REGISTRATION NCT NUMBER NCT03048240. EudraCT number: 2016-002706-39.
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- Neuro-Oncology Department, CHU-Lille, F-59000, Lille, France
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- Neurosurgery Department, CHU-Lille, F-59000, Lille, France.
- U1189-ONCO-THAI-Assisted Laser Therapy and Immunotherapy for Oncology, University of Lille, INSERM, CHU-Lille, F-59000, Lille, France.
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Sandoval JL, Franzoi MA, di Meglio A, Ferreira AR, Viansone A, André F, Martin AL, Everhard S, Jouannaud C, Fournier M, Rouanet P, Vanlemmens L, Dhaini-Merimeche A, Sauterey B, Cottu P, Levy C, Stringhini S, Guessous I, Vaz-Luis I, Menvielle G. Magnitude and Temporal Variations of Socioeconomic Inequalities in the Quality of Life After Early Breast Cancer: Results From the Multicentric French CANTO Cohort. J Clin Oncol 2024:JCO2302099. [PMID: 38889372 DOI: 10.1200/jco.23.02099] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/27/2023] [Revised: 02/12/2024] [Accepted: 04/11/2024] [Indexed: 06/20/2024] Open
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PURPOSE Socioeconomic status (SES) influences the survival outcomes of patients with early breast cancer (EBC). However, limited research investigates social inequalities in their quality of life (QoL). This study examines the socioeconomic inequalities in QoL after an EBC diagnosis and their time trends. PATIENTS AND METHODS We used data from the French prospective multicentric CANTO cohort (ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT01993498), including women with EBC enrolled between 2012 and 2018. QoL was assessed using the European Organisation for Research and Treatment of Cancer QoL Core 30 questionnaire (QLQ-C30). summary score at diagnosis and 1 and 2 years postdiagnosis. We considered three indicators of SES separately: self-reported financial difficulties, household income, and educational level. We first analyzed the trajectories of the QLQ-C30 summary score by SES group. Then, social inequalities in QLQ-C30 summary score and their time trends were quantified using the regression-based slope index of inequality (SII), representing the absolute change in the outcome along socioeconomic gradient extremes. The analyses were adjusted for age at diagnosis, Charlson Comorbidity Index, disease stage, and type of local and systemic treatment. RESULTS Among the 5,915 included patients with data on QoL at diagnosis and at the 2-year follow-up, social inequalities in QLQ-C30 summary score at baseline were statistically significant for all SES indicators (SIIfinancial difficulties = -7.6 [-8.9; -6.2], SIIincome = -4.0 [-5.2; -2.8]), SIIeducation = -1.9 [-3.1; -0.7]). These inequalities significantly increased (interaction P < .05) in year 1 and year 2 postdiagnosis, irrespective of prediagnosis health, tumor characteristics, and treatment. Similar results were observed in subgroups defined by menopausal status and type of adjuvant systemic treatment. CONCLUSION The magnitude of preexisting inequalities in QoL increased over time after EBC diagnosis, emphasizing the importance of considering social determinants of health during comprehensive cancer care planning.
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- José Luis Sandoval
- Unit of Population Epidemiology, Division of Primary Care, Department of Health and Community Medicine, Geneva University Hospitals and Faculty of Medicine, University of Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland
- Division of Oncology, Department of Oncology, Geneva University Hospitals, Geneva, Switzerland
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- Unit of Molecular Predictors and New Targets in Oncology, INSERM, Gustave Roussy Institute, University Paris Saclay, Villejuif, France
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- Unit of Molecular Predictors and New Targets in Oncology, INSERM, Gustave Roussy Institute, University Paris Saclay, Villejuif, France
- Medical Oncology Department, Gustave Roussy Institute, Villejuif, France
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- Unit of Molecular Predictors and New Targets in Oncology, INSERM, Gustave Roussy Institute, University Paris Saclay, Villejuif, France
- Medical Oncology Department, Gustave Roussy Institute, Villejuif, France
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- UNICANCER, Direction des Data et des Partenariats, Le Kremlin-Bicêtre, France
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- UNICANCER, Direction des Data et des Partenariats, Le Kremlin-Bicêtre, France
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- Institut régional du Cancer de Montpellier-Val d'Aurelle, Montpellier, France
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- Unit of Population Epidemiology, Division of Primary Care, Department of Health and Community Medicine, Geneva University Hospitals and Faculty of Medicine, University of Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland
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- Unit of Population Epidemiology, Division of Primary Care, Department of Health and Community Medicine, Geneva University Hospitals and Faculty of Medicine, University of Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland
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- Unit of Molecular Predictors and New Targets in Oncology, INSERM, Gustave Roussy Institute, University Paris Saclay, Villejuif, France
- Interdisciplinary department for the Organization of Patient Pathways (DIOPP), Gustave Roussy Institute, Villejuif, France
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- Unit of Molecular Predictors and New Targets in Oncology, INSERM, Gustave Roussy Institute, University Paris Saclay, Villejuif, France
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Eroğlu İ, Kutlutürkan S. The effect of hand-foot exercises on chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy-related pain, falls, and quality of life in colorectal cancer: A randomized controlled trial. Eur J Oncol Nurs 2024; 71:102641. [PMID: 38897103 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejon.2024.102641] [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: 11/26/2023] [Revised: 05/29/2024] [Accepted: 06/14/2024] [Indexed: 06/21/2024]
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PURPOSE The aim of this study is to determine the effect of hand-foot exercises on chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy-related pain severity, falls, and quality of life in patients with colorectal cancer. METHODS The study was conducted in the outpatient chemotherapy unit of a public hospital between 25 April-31 December 2022. The enrolled 39 patients were randomly assigned to the intervention (n:19) and control (n:20) groups. The hand-foot exercises program was applied to the intervention group in three sessions a day and three days a week fashion for 8 weeks at home. No intervention was applied to the control group other than routine treatment and care. Data were collected through face-to-face interviews in the first interview and the 2nd, 4th, 6th, 8th weeks. The exercise program adherence of the intervention group was followed up through telephone/face-to-face interviews in weeks 1-8. Data were collected using the Numerical Pain Rating Scale, Fall Follow-Up Form, the CIPNAT scale, EORTC QLQ-C30 and EORTC QLQ-CR29 scales. Mann-Whitney U Test, Chi-square test, Wilcoxon signed test, and Friedman test were used to analyze the data. RESULTS The study found that as of week 4th, the intervention group experienced less pain severity than the control group (p < 0.001); at week 8th, the peripheral neuropathy symptoms of the intervention group decreased compared to the control group (p < 0.05); at weeks 2nd,4th,6th,8th, there was no statistically significant difference in falls (p > 0.05); at week 8th, while there was no significant difference between the groups regarding colorectal cancer quality of life (p > 0.05), the overall cancer quality of life improved in the intervention group (p < 0.05). CONCLUSIONS The hand-foot exercises program is effective in chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy-related symptoms, pain severity, and overall cancer quality of life. TRIAL REGISTRATION www. CLINICALTRIALS gov, NCT05873829.
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- İlayda Eroğlu
- Ankara University Nursing Faculty, Department of Internal Medicine Nursing, Ankara, Turkey.
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- Ankara University Nursing Faculty, Department of Internal Medicine Nursing, Ankara, Turkey.
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Bujang MA, Lai WH, Ratnasingam S, Tiong XT, Hon YK, Yap EPP, Jee YYH, Ahmad NFD, Kim ARJ, Husin M. Health-SigQOLM is a versatile scale for measuring various aspects of health-related quality of life. BMC Res Notes 2024; 17:162. [PMID: 38872199 PMCID: PMC11170794 DOI: 10.1186/s13104-024-06823-7] [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: 03/18/2024] [Accepted: 06/05/2024] [Indexed: 06/15/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVE The "Health" element is one of the elements in Significant Quality of Life Measure (SigQOLM) that measures quality of life and well-being of people. This study aims to evaluate the Health element (Health-SigQOLM) as a generic and dynamic scale to measure health-related quality of life (HRQOL) with a broader spectrum of coverage. This study used a secondary data that developed SigQOLM. Only the "Health" element with 33 items is used for analysis. RESULTS The construct of Health-SigQOLM has a minimum factor loading of 0.425 with excellent model fit. The health status among healthcare workers is significantly associated with the Health-SigQOLM (p < 0.001). The Health-SigQOLM score can clearly distinguish between healthy people and those who have been afflicted with some diseases but have never been hospitalized due to disease progression or other associated complications (p = 0.002). The Health-SigQOLM is a generic and dynamic tool for assessing various aspects of health-related quality of life.
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- Mohamad Adam Bujang
- Sarawak General Hospital, Ministry of Health Malaysia, Kuching, Malaysia.
- Institute for Clinical Research, Ministry of Health Malaysia, Shah Alam, Malaysia.
- Clinical Research Centre, Sarawak General Hospital, Jalan Hospital, Level 5, 93586, Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia.
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- Sarawak General Hospital, Ministry of Health Malaysia, Kuching, Malaysia
- Institute for Clinical Research, Ministry of Health Malaysia, Shah Alam, Malaysia
- Clinical Research Centre, Sarawak General Hospital, Jalan Hospital, Level 5, 93586, Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia
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- Sarawak General Hospital, Ministry of Health Malaysia, Kuching, Malaysia
- Institute for Clinical Research, Ministry of Health Malaysia, Shah Alam, Malaysia
- Clinical Research Centre, Sarawak General Hospital, Jalan Hospital, Level 5, 93586, Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia
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- Institute for Clinical Research, Ministry of Health Malaysia, Shah Alam, Malaysia
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- Sarawak General Hospital, Ministry of Health Malaysia, Kuching, Malaysia
- Clinical Research Centre, Sarawak General Hospital, Jalan Hospital, Level 5, 93586, Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia
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- Sarawak General Hospital, Ministry of Health Malaysia, Kuching, Malaysia
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- Institute for Clinical Research, Ministry of Health Malaysia, Shah Alam, Malaysia
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Geeraerts J, de Nooijer K, Pivodic L, De Ridder M, Van den Block L. Intensive Longitudinal Methods Among Adults With Breast or Lung Cancer: Scoping Review. J Med Internet Res 2024; 26:e50224. [PMID: 38865186 DOI: 10.2196/50224] [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: 06/23/2023] [Revised: 03/12/2024] [Accepted: 04/29/2024] [Indexed: 06/13/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Intensive longitudinal methods offer a powerful tool for capturing daily experiences of individuals. However, its feasibility, effectiveness, and optimal methodological approaches for studying or monitoring experiences of oncology patients remain uncertain. OBJECTIVE This scoping review aims to describe to what extent intensive longitudinal methods with daily electronic assessments have been used among patients with breast or lung cancer and with which methodologies, associated outcomes, and influencing factors. METHODS We searched the electronic databases (PubMed, Embase, and PsycINFO) up to January 2024 and included studies reporting on the use of these methods among adults with breast or lung cancer. Data were extracted on population characteristics, intensive monitoring methodologies used, study findings, and factors influencing the implementation of these methods in research and clinical practice. RESULTS We identified 1311 articles and included 52 articles reporting on 41 studies. Study aims and intensive monitoring methodologies varied widely, but most studies focused on measuring physical and psychological symptom constructs, such as pain, anxiety, or depression. Compliance and attrition rates seemed acceptable for most studies, although complete methodological reporting was often lacking. Few studies specifically examined these methods among patients with advanced cancer. Factors influencing implementation were linked to both patient (eg, confidence with intensive monitoring system) and methodology (eg, option to use personal devices). CONCLUSIONS Intensive longitudinal methods with daily electronic assessments hold promise to provide unique insights into the daily lives of patients with cancer. Intensive longitudinal methods may be feasible among people with breast or lung cancer. Our findings encourage further research to determine optimal conditions for intensive monitoring, specifically in more advanced disease stages.
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- Joran Geeraerts
- End-of-Life Care Research Group, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Brussels, Belgium
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- End-of-Life Care Research Group, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Brussels, Belgium
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- End-of-Life Care Research Group, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Brussels, Belgium
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- Department of Radiotherapy, Universitair Ziekenhuis Brussel, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Brussels, Belgium
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- End-of-Life Care Research Group, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Brussels, Belgium
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Kasper B, Gounder M, Hernandez L, Baumgarten C, Ratan R. Capturing Patient Voice to Improve Outcomes That Matter to Patients with Desmoid Tumor. Cancer Manag Res 2024; 16:617-628. [PMID: 38863992 PMCID: PMC11166168 DOI: 10.2147/cmar.s362694] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/10/2024] [Accepted: 05/27/2024] [Indexed: 06/13/2024] Open
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Desmoid tumors (DT) are rare, intermediate-grade sarcomas characterized by locally aggressive growths that commonly occur intra-abdominally, in the abdominal wall, or in the extremities. Desmoid tumors are 2-3-fold more common in females than males, with most patients aged <40 years at diagnosis. Clinical course of DT is highly variable but rarely fatal, with median overall survival >80% at 20 years. However, patient morbidity and DT symptom burden can be high. DT significantly reduce patient quality of life, imposing substantial physical, emotional, and social burdens. Pain, fatigue, and insomnia are common symptoms; disfigurement, mobility restrictions, and, rarely, the need for amputation may also result. Despite its limited impact on survival, patients with DT may have anxiety and depression levels commensurate with those associated with malignant sarcomas. Thus, DT impose an array of significant, long-term morbidities on a young patient population. In order to evaluate the impact of these morbidities, patient-reported outcome (PRO) tools are used, which assess outcomes of importance to patients that extend beyond traditional oncology endpoints. General or oncology-related PROs can be used; although currently, the only DT-specific, validated PRO measure is the GOunder/Desmoid Tumor Research Foundation DEsmoid Symptom/Impact Scale (GODDESS©), consisting of an 11-item DT Symptom Scale (DTSS) and a 17-item DT Impact Scale (DTIS). DTSS and DTIS were secondary endpoints in DeFi, a randomized phase 3 trial of nirogacestat; blinded, pooled data from DeFi were used to validate GODDESS reliability and responsiveness as a PRO measure in DT. Another DT-specific PRO measure, the Desmoid-Type Fibromatosis Quality of Life (DTF-QoL) questionnaire, has been developed but not validated. As novel DT therapies continue to be developed, incorporating DT-specific PRO measures into clinical trials will be key to capturing patient voice, improving outcomes of importance to this unique patient population, and assisting patients and providers in selecting optimal treatment.
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- Bernd Kasper
- Sarcoma Unit, Mannheim Cancer Center (MCC), Mannheim University Medical Center, University of Heidelberg, Mannheim, Germany
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- Sarcoma Medical Oncology Service, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY, USA
- Department of Medicine, Weill Cornell Medical College, New York, NY, USA
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- The Desmoid Tumor Research Foundation, Woodcliff Lake, NJ, USA
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- sos-desmoid e.V. Mannheim; SPAGN Sarcoma Patients Advocacy Global Network e.V, Wölferscheim, Germany
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- Sarcoma Medical Oncology, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX, USA
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Sara SA, Heneka N, Green A, Chambers SK, Dunn J, Terry VR. Effectiveness of educational and psychological survivorship interventions to improve health-related quality of life outcomes for men with prostate cancer on androgen deprivation therapy: a systematic review. BMJ Open 2024; 14:e080310. [PMID: 38777593 PMCID: PMC11116859 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2023-080310] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/27/2023] [Accepted: 03/23/2024] [Indexed: 05/25/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVES Androgen deprivation therapy (ADT), a common treatment for prostate cancer, has debilitating impacts on physical and psychological quality of life. While some interventions focus on managing the physical side effects of ADT, there is a paucity of interventions that also address psychosocial and educational needs. The objective of this systematic review was to identify psychological and educational survivorship interventions targeting health-related quality of life (HRQoL) outcomes in men on ADT. DESIGN A systematic review of randomised controlled trials. DATA SOURCES Web of Science, Cochrane, EBSCO Host, PubMed, SCOPUS from inception (1984) to 28 January 2023. ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR SELECTING STUDIES Psychological and/or educational survivorship interventions targeting HRQoL outcomes for men on ADT; minimum 80% of participants on ADT; used a validated HRQoL outcome measure; published in English in a peer-reviewed journal. DATA EXTRACTION AND SYNTHESIS Data extraction using pre-specified study criteria was conducted. Heterogeneity of eligible studies precluded a meta-analysis. RESULTS A total of 3381 publications were identified with eight meeting the criteria. Interventions were either psychological with a cognitive behavioural approach (n=4), or educational with (n=2) or without (n=2) psychoeducational components.Two studies reported a statistically significant improvement using a specific HRQoL measure. Most studies were not adequately powered and/or included small sample sizes limiting the conclusions that can be drawn on effectiveness. The most effective interventions were (i) individually based, (ii) educational with a psychoeducational component, (iii) supplemented with information packages and/or homework and (iv) included personalised needs assessments. CONCLUSION There is a paucity of literature reporting psychological and educational survivorship interventions targeting HRQoL outcomes for men on ADT. What is urgently needed are person-centred survivorship interventions that are flexible enough to identify and address individual needs, taking into account the impact ADT has on both physical and psychological quality of life. PROSPERO REGISTRATION NUMBER CRD4202230809.
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- Sally Am Sara
- University of Southern Queensland, Toowoomba, Queensland, Australia
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- University of Southern Queensland, Springfleld, Queensland, Australia
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- University of Southern Queensland, Springfleld, Queensland, Australia
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- University of Southern Queensland, Springfleld, Queensland, Australia
- Australian Catholic University, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
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- University of Southern Queensland, Springfleld, Queensland, Australia
- Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia, St Leonards, New South Wales, Australia
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- University of Southern Queensland, Toowoomba, Queensland, Australia
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Xiong H, He Z, Wei Y, Li Q, Xiao Q, Yang L, Deng X, Wu K, Wang K, Deng X. Probiotic Compounds Enhanced Recovery after Surgery for Patients with Distal Gastric Cancer: A Prospective, Controlled Clinical Trial. Ann Surg Oncol 2024:10.1245/s10434-024-15394-7. [PMID: 38739239 DOI: 10.1245/s10434-024-15394-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/12/2023] [Accepted: 04/17/2024] [Indexed: 05/14/2024]
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BACKGROUND Enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) for radical distal gastrectomy needs to be improved urgently. We investigated the effects of probiotic compounds (including Lactobacillus plantarum, L. rhamnosus, L. acidophilus, and Bifidobacterium animalis subsp.lactis) on enhance recovery after gastrectomy. METHODS The patients in this prospective study were divided into probiotic group (PG group, n = 36) and placebo group (CG group, n = 38), taking corresponding capsule according to the protocol during the perioperative period. We compared the trends in perioperative hematologic findings and the postoperative outcomes. Patients' feces were collected for bacterial 16S rRNA sequencing. Patients were followed up at 1 month postoperatively. RESULTS After the application of probiotics, the patients' postoperative inflammatory response level was reduced, and the trend of postoperative NLR decrease was significantly faster in the patients of the PG group than in the CG group (P = 0.047, partial η2 = 0.054). The trend of postoperative increase in serum albumin concentration in the patients of the PG group was significantly better than that in the CG group (P = 0.016, partial η2 = 0.078). In addition, patients in the PG group met discharge criteria earlier postoperatively and had fewer medical expenses. The quality of life of PG group was improved postoperatively. Postoperative inflammation-related markers, including the ratio of Firmicutes/Bacteroidetes, were increasing in untreated patients. In addition, the postoperative microbial diversity and abundance in the PG group remained stable. CONCLUSIONS Probiotic compounds can reduce the inflammatory response after gastrectomy and enhance the recovery of the DGC patients by maintaining the stability of the gut microbiota.
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- Huan Xiong
- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Jiangxi Medical College, Nanchang University, Nanchang, Jiangxi, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Jiangxi Medical College, Nanchang University, Nanchang, Jiangxi, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Ophthalmology, Jiangxi Province Hospital of Integrated Chinese and Western Medicine, Nanchang, Jiangxi, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Tengzhou Central People's Hospital, Tengzhou, Shandong, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Hepatobiliary Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Hunan College of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Zhuzhou, Hunan, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Jiangxi Medical College, Nanchang University, Nanchang, Jiangxi, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Jiangxi Medical College, Nanchang University, Nanchang, Jiangxi, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Jiangxi Medical College, Nanchang University, Nanchang, Jiangxi, People's Republic of China
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- Department of General Surgery, Yingtan 184 Hospital, Yingtan, Jiangxi, People's Republic of China.
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital, Jiangxi Medical College, Nanchang University, Nanchang, Jiangxi, People's Republic of China.
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Liu ITT, Kesselheim AS, Cliff ERS. Clinical Benefit and Regulatory Outcomes of Cancer Drugs Receiving Accelerated Approval. JAMA 2024; 331:1471-1479. [PMID: 38583175 PMCID: PMC11000139 DOI: 10.1001/jama.2024.2396] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/01/2023] [Accepted: 02/13/2024] [Indexed: 04/09/2024]
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Importance The US Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) accelerated approval pathway allows approval of investigational drugs treating unmet medical needs based on changes to surrogate measures considered "reasonably likely" to predict clinical benefit. Postapproval clinical trials are then required to confirm whether these drugs offer clinical benefit. Objective To determine whether cancer drugs granted accelerated approval ultimately demonstrate clinical benefit and to evaluate the basis of conversion to regular approval. Design, Setting, and Participants In this cohort study, publicly available FDA data were used to identify cancer drugs granted accelerated approval from 2013 to 2023. Main Outcomes and Measures Demonstrated improvement in quality of life or overall survival in accelerated approvals with more than 5 years of follow-up, as well as confirmatory trial end points and time to conversion for drug-indication pairs converted to regular approval. Results A total of 129 cancer drug-indication pairs were granted accelerated approval from 2013 to 2023. Among 46 indications with more than 5 years of follow-up (approved 2013-2017), approximately two-thirds (29, 63%) were converted to regular approval, 10 (22%) were withdrawn, and 7 (15%) remained ongoing after a median of 6.3 years. Fewer than half (20/46, 43%) demonstrated a clinical benefit in confirmatory trials. Time to withdrawal decreased from 9.9 years to 3.6 years, and time to regular approval increased from 1.6 years to 3.6 years. Among 48 drug-indication pairs converted to regular approval, 19 (40%) were converted based on overall survival, 21 (44%) on progression-free survival, 5 (10%) on response rate plus duration of response, 2 (4%) on response rate, and 1 (2%) despite a negative confirmatory trial. Comparing accelerated and regular approval indications, 18 of 48 (38%) were unchanged, while 30 of 48 (63%) had different indications (eg, earlier line of therapy). Conclusions and Relevance Most cancer drugs granted accelerated approval did not demonstrate benefit in overall survival or quality of life within 5 years of accelerated approval. Patients should be clearly informed about the cancer drugs that use the accelerated approval pathway and do not end up showing benefits in patient-centered clinical outcomes.
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- Ian T. T. Liu
- Program on Regulation, Therapeutics, and Law, Division of Pharmacoepidemiology and Pharmacoeconomics, Department of Medicine, Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Program on Regulation, Therapeutics, and Law, Division of Pharmacoepidemiology and Pharmacoeconomics, Department of Medicine, Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Program on Regulation, Therapeutics, and Law, Division of Pharmacoepidemiology and Pharmacoeconomics, Department of Medicine, Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
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Pilz MJ, Loth FLC, Nolte S, Thurner AMM, Gamper EM, Anota A, Liegl G, Giesinger JM. General population normative values for the EORTC QLQ-C30 by age, sex, and health condition for the French general population. J Patient Rep Outcomes 2024; 8:48. [PMID: 38695992 PMCID: PMC11065800 DOI: 10.1186/s41687-024-00719-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/06/2023] [Accepted: 03/07/2024] [Indexed: 05/05/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND General population normative values for the widely used health-related quality of life (HRQoL) measure EORTC QLQ-C30 support the interpretation of trial results and HRQoL of patients in clinical practice. Here, we provide sex-, age- and health condition-specific normative values for the EORTC QLQ-C30 in the French general population. METHODS French general population data was collected in an international EORTC project. Online panels with quota samples were used to recruit sex and age groups. Number and type of comorbidities were assessed. Descriptive statistics were used to calculate general population values for each QLQ-C30 scale, separately for sex, age, and presence of one- and more chronic health conditions. A multivariate linear regression model has been developed to allow estimating the effect of sex, age, and the presence for one- and more chronic health conditions on EORTC QLQ-C30 scores. Data was weighted according to United Nation statistics adjusting for the proportion of sex and age groups. RESULTS In total, 1001 French respondents were included in our analyses. The weighted mean age was 47.9 years, 514 (51.3%) participants were women, and 497 (52.2%) participants reported at least one health condition. Men reported statistically significant better scores for Emotional Functioning (+9.6 points, p = 0.006) and Fatigue (-7.8 point; p = 0.04); women reported better profiles for Role Functioning (+8.7 points; p = 0.008) and Financial Difficulty (-7.8 points, p = 0.011). According to the regression model, the sex effect was statistically significant in eight scales; the effect of increasing age had a statistically significant effect on seven of the 15 EORTC QLQ-C30 scales. The sex- and age effect varied in its direction across the various scales. The presence of health conditions showed a strong negative effect on all scales. CONCLUSION This is the first publication of detailed French normative values for the EORTC QLQ-C30. It aims to support the interpretation of HRQoL profiles in French cancer populations. The strong impact of health conditions on QLQ-C30 scores highlights the importance of considering the impact of comorbidities in cancer patients when interpreting HRQoL data.
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- Micha J Pilz
- Health Outcomes Research Unit, University Hospital of Psychiatry II, Medical University of Innsbruck, Innrain 43, Innsbruck, 6020, Austria
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- Psychological Diagnostics and Intervention, Catholic University of Eichstätt-Ingolstadt, Eichstätt, Germany
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- Department of Psychosomatic Medicine, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Corporate Member of Freie Universität Berlin and Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, Berlin, Germany
- Melbourne Health Economics, Centre for Health Policy, Melbourne School of Population and Global Health, The University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia
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- Health Outcomes Research Unit, University Hospital of Psychiatry II, Medical University of Innsbruck, Innrain 43, Innsbruck, 6020, Austria
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- Department of Nuclear Medicine, Medical University of Innsbruck, Innsbruck, Austria
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- Department of Clinical Research and Innovation and Human and Social Sciences Department, Centre Léon Bérard, Lyon, France
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- Department of Psychosomatic Medicine, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Corporate Member of Freie Universität Berlin and Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, Berlin, Germany
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- Health Outcomes Research Unit, University Hospital of Psychiatry II, Medical University of Innsbruck, Innrain 43, Innsbruck, 6020, Austria.
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Johnstad C, Reinertsen I, Bouget D, Sagberg LM, Strand PS, Solheim O. Incidence, risk factors, and clinical implications of postoperative blood in or near the resection cavity after glioma surgery. BRAIN & SPINE 2024; 4:102818. [PMID: 38726240 PMCID: PMC11081780 DOI: 10.1016/j.bas.2024.102818] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/08/2024] [Revised: 04/07/2024] [Accepted: 04/20/2024] [Indexed: 05/12/2024]
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Introduction Postoperative hematomas that require reoperation are a serious, but uncommon complication to glioma surgery. However, smaller blood volumes are frequently observed, but their clinical significance is less known. Research question What are the incidence rates, risk factors, and patient-reported outcomes of all measurable blood in or near the resection cavity on postoperative MRI in diffuse glioma patients? Material and methods We manually segmented intradural and extradural blood from early postoperative MRI of 292 diffuse glioma resections. Potential associations between blood volume and tumor characteristics, demographics, and perioperative factors were explored using non-parametric methods. The assessed outcomes were generic and disease-specific patient-reported HRQoL. Results Out of the 292 MRI scans included, 184 (63%) had intradural blood, and 212 (73%) had extradural blood in or near the resection cavity. The median blood volumes were 0.4 mL and 3.0 mL, respectively. Intradural blood volume was associated with tumor volume, intraoperative blood loss, and EOR. Extradural blood volume was associated with age and tumor volume. Greater intradural blood volume was associated with less headache and cognitive improvement, but not after adjustments for tumor volume. Discussion and conclusions Postoperative blood on early postoperative MRI is common. Intradural blood volumes tend to be larger in patients with larger tumors, more intraoperative blood loss, or undergoing subtotal resections. Extradural blood volumes tend to be larger in younger patients with larger tumors. Postoperative blood in or near the resection cavity that does not require reoperation does not seem to affect HRQoL in diffuse glioma patients.
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- Claes Johnstad
- Department of Neuromedicine and Movement Science, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Trondheim, Norway
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- Department of Health Research, SINTEF Digital, Trondheim, Norway
- Department of Circulation and Medical Imaging, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Trondheim, Norway
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- Department of Health Research, SINTEF Digital, Trondheim, Norway
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- Department of Neurosurgery, St. Olav’s Hospital, Trondheim University Hospital, Trondheim, Norway
- Department of Public Health and Nursing, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Trondheim, Norway
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- Department of Neuromedicine and Movement Science, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Trondheim, Norway
- Department of Neurosurgery, St. Olav’s Hospital, Trondheim University Hospital, Trondheim, Norway
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- Department of Neuromedicine and Movement Science, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Trondheim, Norway
- Department of Neurosurgery, St. Olav’s Hospital, Trondheim University Hospital, Trondheim, Norway
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Schlander M, van Harten W, Retèl VP, Pham PD, Vancoppenolle JM, Ubels J, López OS, Quirland C, Maza F, Aas E, Crusius B, Escobedo A, Franzen N, Fuentes-Cid J, Hernandez D, Hernandez-Villafuerte K, Kirac I, Paty A, Philip T, Smeland S, Sullivan R, Vanni E, Varga S, Vermeulin T, Eckford RD. The socioeconomic impact of cancer on patients and their relatives: Organisation of European Cancer Institutes task force consensus recommendations on conceptual framework, taxonomy, and research directions. Lancet Oncol 2024; 25:e152-e163. [PMID: 38547899 DOI: 10.1016/s1470-2045(23)00636-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/16/2023] [Revised: 12/03/2023] [Accepted: 12/05/2023] [Indexed: 04/02/2024]
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Loss of income and out-of-pocket expenditures are important causes of financial hardship in many patients with cancer, even in high-income countries. The far-reaching consequences extend beyond the patients themselves to their relatives, including caregivers and dependents. European research to date has been limited and is hampered by the absence of a coherent theoretical framework and by heterogeneous methods and terminology. To address these shortages, a task force initiated by the Organisation of European Cancer Institutes (OECI) produced 25 recommendations, including a comprehensive definition of socioeconomic impact from the perspective of patients and their relatives, a conceptual framework, and a consistent taxonomy linked to the framework. The OECI task force consensus statement highlights directions for future research with a view towards policy relevance. Beyond descriptive studies into the dimension of the problem, individual severity and predictors of vulnerability should be explored. It is anticipated that the consensus recommendations will facilitate and enhance future research efforts into the socioeconomic impact of cancer and cancer care, providing a crucial reference point for the development and validation of patient-reported outcome instruments aimed at measuring its broader effects.
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- Michael Schlander
- Division of Health Economics, German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ), Heidelberg, Germany; Mannheim Medical Faculty, University of Heidelberg, Mannheim, Germany; Alfred Weber Institute (AWI), University of Heidelberg, Mannheim, Germany; Institute for Innovation & Valuation (InnoVal(HC)), Wiesbaden, Germany.
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- Department of Psychosocial Research and Epidemiology, The Netherlands Cancer Institute, Amsterdam, Netherlands; Department of Health Technology and Services Research, University of Twente, Enschede, Netherlands; Rijnstate Hospital, Arnhem, Netherlands
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- Department of Psychosocial Research and Epidemiology, The Netherlands Cancer Institute, Amsterdam, Netherlands; Erasmus School of Health Policy and Management, Erasmus University Rotterdam, Rotterdam, Netherlands
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- Division of Health Economics, German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ), Heidelberg, Germany; Mannheim Medical Faculty, University of Heidelberg, Mannheim, Germany
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- Department of Psychosocial Research and Epidemiology, The Netherlands Cancer Institute, Amsterdam, Netherlands; Department of Health Technology and Services Research, University of Twente, Enschede, Netherlands
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- Division of Health Economics, German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ), Heidelberg, Germany; Mannheim Medical Faculty, University of Heidelberg, Mannheim, Germany
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- The Support Team, Catalan Institute of Oncology, L'Hospitalet de Llobregat, Barcelona, Spain
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- Health Technology Assessment Unit, Arturo López Perez Foundation, Santiago, Chile; School of Medicine, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Health Technology Assessment Unit, Arturo López Perez Foundation, Santiago, Chile
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- Department of Health Management and Health Economics, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway; Division of Health Services, Norwegian Institute of Public Health, Oslo, Norway
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- Oncology Care Management, Catalan Institute of Oncology, L'Hospitalet de Llobregat, Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Psychosocial Research and Epidemiology, The Netherlands Cancer Institute, Amsterdam, Netherlands
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- Division of Health Economics, German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ), Heidelberg, Germany
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- Genetic Counseling Unit, University Hospital for Tumors, Sestre Milosrdnice University Hospital Center, Zagreb, Croatia
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- Department of Medical Information, Centre Henri Becquerel, Rouen, France
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- Organisation of European Cancer Institutes (OECI), Brussels, Belgium; Institut Curie, Paris, France
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- Institute of Clinical Medicine, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway; Division of Cancer Medicine, Oslo University Hospital Comprehensive Cancer Centre, Oslo, Norway
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- Business Controlling, Humanitas Clinical and Research Center, Milan, Italy; Biomedical Sciences, Humanitas Clinical and Research Center, Milan, Italy
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- Institute for Gastroenterological Tumours, Zagreb, Croatia
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- Department of Medical Information, Centre Henri Becquerel, Rouen, France
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- Division of Health Economics, German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ), Heidelberg, Germany
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González-Flores E, Zambudio N, Pardo-Moreno P, Gonzalez-Astorga B, de la Rúa JR, Triviño-Ibáñez EM, Navarro P, Espinoza-Cámac N, Casado MÁ, Rodríguez-Fernández A. Recommendations for the management of yttrium-90 radioembolization in the treatment of patients with colorectal cancer liver metastases: a multidisciplinary review. Clin Transl Oncol 2024; 26:851-863. [PMID: 37747636 PMCID: PMC10981623 DOI: 10.1007/s12094-023-03299-y] [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: 05/04/2023] [Accepted: 07/27/2023] [Indexed: 09/26/2023]
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PURPOSE Strategies for the treatment of liver metastases from colon cancer (lmCRC) are constantly evolving. Radioembolization with yttrium 90 (Y-90 TARE) has made significant advancements in treating liver tumors and is now considered a potential option allowing for future resection. This study reviewed the scientific evidence and developed recommendations for using Y-90 TARE as a treatment strategy for patients with unresectable lmCRC. METHODS A multidisciplinary scientific committee, consisting of experts in medical oncology, hepatobiliary surgery, radiology, and nuclear medicine, all with extensive experience in treating patients with ImCRC with Y-90 TARE, led this project. The committee established the criteria for conducting a comprehensive literature review on Y-90 TARE in the treatment of lmCRC. The data extraction process involved addressing initial preliminary inquiries, which were consolidated into a final set of questions. RESULTS This review offers recommendations for treating patients with lmCRC using Y-90 TARE, addressing four areas covering ten common questions: 1) General issues (multidisciplinary tumor committee, indications for treatment, contraindications); 2) Previous process (predictive biomarkers for patient selection, preintervention tests, published evidence); 3) Procedure (standard procedure); and 4) Post-intervention follow-up (potential toxicity and its management, parameters for evaluation, quality of life). CONCLUSIONS Based on the insights of the multidisciplinary committee, this document offers a comprehensive overview of the technical aspects involved in the management of Y-90 TARE. It synthesizes recommendations for applying Y-90 TARE across various phases of the treatment process.
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- Encarna González-Flores
- Medical Oncology Department, Hospital Universitario Virgen de las Nieves, Granada, Spain
- Instituto de Investigación Biosanitaria IBS, Granada, Spain
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- Surgery Department, Hospital Universitario Virgen de las Nieves, Granada, Spain
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- Radiodiagnostic Department, Hospital Universitario Virgen de las Nieves, Granada, Spain
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- Nuclear Medicine Department, Hospital Universitario Virgen de las Nieves, Granada, Spain
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- Radiodiagnostic Department, Hospital Universitario Virgen de las Nieves, Granada, Spain
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- Pharmacoeconomics and Outcomes Research Iberia (PORIB), Paseo Joaquín Rodrigo 4-I, Pozuelo de Alarcón, 28224, Madrid, Spain.
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- Pharmacoeconomics and Outcomes Research Iberia (PORIB), Paseo Joaquín Rodrigo 4-I, Pozuelo de Alarcón, 28224, Madrid, Spain
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- Instituto de Investigación Biosanitaria IBS, Granada, Spain
- Nuclear Medicine Department, Hospital Universitario Virgen de las Nieves, Granada, Spain
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Thomassen BJM, Kimman ML, Somers AMJ, Ponds RWHM, Dekker JWT, van Leiden BL, Vink GR, de Groot JWB, Melenhorst J, Reynders KMMW, Gielen CMJ, Weerts THA, Lutke Holzik MF, van Kuijk SMJ, Breukink SO, Gidding-Slok AHM. The Assessment of Burden of ColoRectal Cancer (ABCRC)-tool; a validity and reliability study. EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF SURGICAL ONCOLOGY 2024; 50:108032. [PMID: 38489938 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejso.2024.108032] [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: 10/12/2023] [Revised: 01/12/2024] [Accepted: 02/18/2024] [Indexed: 03/17/2024]
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INTRODUCTION Follow-up care after treatment for colorectal cancer (CRC) is increasingly focused on health-related quality of life (HRQoL) and functional outcomes. The Assessment of Burden of ColoRectal Cancer (ABCRC)-tool is developed to measure these outcomes and support patient-oriented care. The tool comprises items assessing burden of disease and lifestyle parameters. It consists of a generic module combined with one of the three CRC specific modules. The objective of this study is to assess the construct validity and reliability of the items of the ABCRC-tool. METHODS Patients who were receiving follow-up care after surgical CRC treatment were invited to complete the ABCRC-tool together with other validated patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs). Construct validity was assessed by testing expected correlations between items of the ABCRC-tool and domains of other PROMs and by examining predefined hypotheses regarding differences in subgroups of patients. Patients completed the ABCRC-tool twice, with 8 days apart, to evaluate its reliability. RESULTS In total, 177 patients participated (64% male) with a mean age of 67 years (range 33-88). The colon, rectum and stoma module were completed by subsequently 89, 53 and 35 patients. Most items correlated as expected with anticipated domains of the EORTC QLQ-C30 or EORTC QLQ-CR29 (all p-values <0.05). Furthermore, the ABCRC-tool could discriminate between subgroups of patients. The intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC) was good (>0.70) for most items, indicating good reliability. CONCLUSION The ABCRC-tool is a valid and reliable instrument that is ready for use in a clinical setting to support personalized follow-up care after CRC treatment.
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- Britt J M Thomassen
- Department of Surgery, Maastricht University, P.O. Box 616, 6200 MD, Maastricht, the Netherlands; School of Nutrition and Translational Research in Metabolism (NUTRIM), Maastricht University, P.O. Box 616, 6200 MD, Maastricht, the Netherlands.
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- Department of Clinical Epidemiology and Medical Technology Assessment (KEMTA), Maastricht University Medical Centre+, P. Debyelaan 25, P.O. Box 5800, 6202 AZ, Maastricht, the Netherlands; Care and Public Health Research Institute (CAPHRI), Maastricht University, P.O. Box 616, 6200 MD, Maastricht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Catharina Hospital, P.O. Box 1350, 5602 ZA, Eindhoven, the Netherlands
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- Department of Medical Psychology, Amsterdam University Medical Center, Location VU, P.O. Box 7057, 1007 MB, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, Reinier de Graaf Group, P.O. Box 5011, 2600 GA, Delft, the Netherlands
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- National Association of Dutch Health Insurers, P.O. Box 520, 3700 AM, Zeist, the Netherlands
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- Department of Medical Oncology, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht University, P.O. Box 85500, 3508 GA, Utrecht, the Netherlands; Department of Research and Development, Netherlands Comprehensive Cancer Organisation, P.O. Box 19079, 3501 DB, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Isala Oncology Center, P.O. Box 10400, 8000 GK, Zwolle, the Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, Maastricht University, P.O. Box 616, 6200 MD, Maastricht, the Netherlands; School of Nutrition and Translational Research in Metabolism (NUTRIM), Maastricht University, P.O. Box 616, 6200 MD, Maastricht, the Netherlands; Department of Surgery, Maastricht University Medical Center+, P.O. Box 5800, 6202 AZ, Maastricht, the Netherlands; School for Oncology and Developmental Biology (GROW) Maastricht University, P.O. Box 616, 6200 MD, Maastricht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, Maastricht University Medical Center+, P.O. Box 5800, 6202 AZ, Maastricht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, Maastricht University Medical Center+, P.O. Box 5800, 6202 AZ, Maastricht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Zuyderland Medical Center, P.O. Box 5500, 6130 MD, Sittard-Geleen, the Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, Hospital Group Twente, P.O. Box 7600, 7600 SZ, Almelo, the Netherlands
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- Department of Clinical Epidemiology and Medical Technology Assessment (KEMTA), Maastricht University Medical Centre+, P. Debyelaan 25, P.O. Box 5800, 6202 AZ, Maastricht, the Netherlands; Care and Public Health Research Institute (CAPHRI), Maastricht University, P.O. Box 616, 6200 MD, Maastricht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Surgery, Maastricht University, P.O. Box 616, 6200 MD, Maastricht, the Netherlands; School of Nutrition and Translational Research in Metabolism (NUTRIM), Maastricht University, P.O. Box 616, 6200 MD, Maastricht, the Netherlands; Department of Surgery, Maastricht University Medical Center+, P.O. Box 5800, 6202 AZ, Maastricht, the Netherlands; School for Oncology and Developmental Biology (GROW) Maastricht University, P.O. Box 616, 6200 MD, Maastricht, the Netherlands
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- Care and Public Health Research Institute (CAPHRI), Maastricht University, P.O. Box 616, 6200 MD, Maastricht, the Netherlands; Department of Family Medicine, Maastricht University, P.O. Box 616, 6200 MD, Maastricht, the Netherlands
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Tuckey N, Agteren JV, Chur-Hansen A, Ali K, Fassnacht DB, Beatty L, Bareham M, Wardill H, Iasiello M. Implementing a group-based online mental well-being program for women living with and beyond breast cancer - A mixed methods study. Asia Pac J Clin Oncol 2024. [PMID: 38558488 DOI: 10.1111/ajco.14060] [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] [Received: 12/10/2023] [Revised: 02/21/2024] [Accepted: 03/11/2024] [Indexed: 04/04/2024]
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PURPOSE There is a gap in available mental well-being services in Australia for women diagnosed with breast cancer. This pilot mixed-methods uncontrolled study aimed to assess the feasibility of an online mental health and well-being intervention, the Be Well Plan (BWP), which enables participants to create a personalized, flexible well-being strategy. METHODS Women diagnosed with stages I-IV breast cancer were recruited into 4 asynchronous groups to participate in the BWP, a 5-week facilitator-led group-based mental health and well-being program. Psychological measures used at baseline and post-intervention included: the Warwick Edinburgh Mental Well-Being Scale, Brief Resilience Scale, Self-compassion Scale, 9-item Patient Health Questionnaire, 7-item General Anxiety Disorder scale, and EORC QLQ-C30. Multivariate analysis of variance and effect sizes were calculated on pre- and post-psychological measures, followed by qualitative content analysis on post-completion interviews with participants. RESULTS Nineteen women (mean age 45.7, standard deviation = 7.74) were included in the study. Large effect sizes were reported for mental well-being, depressive symptoms, and anxiety (partial ω2 = 0.28, 0.21, and 0.20, respectively). Self-compassion, resilience, and quality of life results were not statistically significant. Qualitative content analysis provided insight into experiences with Program Delivery Experience, Application of the BWP, Mental Health Improvements, Supporter Involvement, Adopted Interventions, and Recruitment. Participants reported benefits in mindfulness, grounding techniques, and physical activities. CONCLUSION The BWP has the potential to be an effective intervention to support the mental health and well-being of breast cancer survivors. IMPLICATIONS FOR CANCER SURVIVORS This study highlights flexible interventions that accommodate the diverse needs of breast cancer survivors to improve mental well-being and alleviate psychological distress.
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- Natalie Tuckey
- Mental Health and Well-being Program, Lifelong Health Theme, South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute, Adelaide, Australia
- School of Psychology, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Adelaide, Adelaide, Australia
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- Mental Health and Well-being Program, Lifelong Health Theme, South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute, Adelaide, Australia
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- School of Psychology, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Adelaide, Adelaide, Australia
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- School of Health, University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia
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- School of Health, University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia
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- Flinders University Institute of Mental Health & Well-being, College of Education, Psychology and Social Work, Flinders University, Adelaide, Australia
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- Patient Advocate and Cancer Survivor - SA 2022 Local Hero, Adelaide, Australia
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- Supportive Oncology Research Group, Precision Medicine Theme (Cancer Program), The South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute, Adelaide, Australia
- School of Biomedicine, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, Australia
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- Mental Health and Well-being Program, Lifelong Health Theme, South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute, Adelaide, Australia
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Wei T, Wu Z, Chen Y, Li Y, Pang F, Shan F, Li Z, Ji J. Comparison of uncut Roux-en-Y anastomosis and Billroth-II with Braun anastomosis after distal gastrectomy. Front Surg 2024; 11:1390876. [PMID: 38605734 PMCID: PMC11007087 DOI: 10.3389/fsurg.2024.1390876] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/24/2024] [Accepted: 03/20/2024] [Indexed: 04/13/2024] Open
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Background This study aimed to compare the clinical outcomes and patient benefits of uncut Roux-en-Y (URY) anastomosis and Billroth-II with Braun (BB) anastomosis after distal gastrectomy. Methods We retrospectively reviewed the data of patients who underwent URY or BB anastomosis after distal gastrectomy between March 2015 and December 2017. Clinical characteristics, survival data, postoperative recovery data, and long-term outcomes were recorded and compared between the two groups. Results A total of 231 patients were included, with 167 in the URY group and 64 in the BB group. Kaplan-Meier curves for overall survival showed no differences after propensity score matching (p = 0.488). Long-term postoperative quality of life evaluation also showed no significant differences. Compared to the BB group, patients in the URY group had a significantly shorter time to start a liquid diet after propensity score matching (67.6 h vs. 46.5 h, p = 0.003), and a lower occurrence of bile reflux on follow-up gastroscopy (p < 0.001). Conclusion The URY anastomosis appears to be a feasible method for digestive tract reconstruction after distal gastrectomy, resulting in less bile reflux and better postoperative recovery. However, there is no significant difference between URY and BB anastomosis in terms of overall survival and long-term quality of life.
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- Key Laboratory of Carcinogenesis and Translational Research (Ministry of Education), Gastrointestinal Cancer Center, Peking University Cancer Hospital & Institute, Beijing, China
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Rönningås U, Holm M, Fransson P, Beckman L, Wennman-Larsen A. Symptoms and quality of life among men starting treatment for metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer - a prospective multicenter study. BMC Palliat Care 2024; 23:80. [PMID: 38532425 DOI: 10.1186/s12904-024-01410-w] [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: 04/19/2023] [Accepted: 03/14/2024] [Indexed: 03/28/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Men with metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer (mCRPC) have an incurable disease. Along with prolonging life, symptom management is one of the main goals with treatment. This is also important from a palliative care perspective where the life prolonging outcomes should be balanced with quality of life (QoL) in this late phase. It is also essential in symptom management to view different dimensions of symptoms, for example how severe or distressing symptoms are, to support best QoL. Therefore, more knowledge is needed about the symptom experience when these treatments are initiated and thus the aim of this study was to describe different dimensions of symptoms in men with mCRPC starting their first-line of life-prolonging treatment, and to describe the association between symptom burden and QoL. METHODS Baseline data from a prospective longitudinal study of 143 men with mCRPC starting their first-line life-prolonging treatment were used. Symptoms were measured using the Memorial Symptom Assessment Scale (MSAS) and global QoL was measured by the EORTC QLQ C-30. Data was analyzed using descriptive- and multivariable linear regression analyses. RESULTS On average, the men had more than 10 symptoms (range 0-31 of 33). 50% or more reported sweats, lack of energy, pain, problems with sexual activity and sexual desire. The symptoms they reported as most severe, or most distressing were not always the ones that were reported as most frequent. There was an association between QoL and physical symptoms, and also between QoL, and analgesic use and prostate-specific antigen (PSA) values. CONCLUSION Even if some men with mCRPC report many symptoms, the dimensions of severity and distress levels vary, and the most frequent symptoms was not always the most burdensome or distressing. There was an association between high physical symptom burden and QoL, suggesting that it is not the number of symptoms that affects QoL but rather the subjective perceived impact of the physical symptoms experienced. The knowledge of how men with mCRPC experience and perceive their symptoms may help health care professionals in symptom management aiming to improve QoL, which is a cornerstone in integrating early palliative care.
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- Ulrika Rönningås
- Department of Nursing, Umeå University, Umeå, 901 87, Sweden.
- Department of Oncology, Sundsvall County Hospital, Sundsvall, Sweden.
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- Department of Nursing Sciences, Sophiahemmet University, Stockholm, Sweden
- Department of Health Care Sciences, Palliative Research Centre, Marie Cederschiöld University College, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Nursing, Umeå University, Umeå, 901 87, Sweden
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- Department of Oncology, Sundsvall County Hospital, Sundsvall, Sweden
- Department of Radiation Sciences, Umeå University, Umeå, Sweden
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- Department of Nursing Sciences, Sophiahemmet University, Stockholm, Sweden
- Division of Insurance Medicine, Department of Clinical Neuroscience, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
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Chen S, Hu X, Yang P, Yang L, Peng S, He L, Yuan L, Bao G. Status of mental and social activities of young and middle-aged patients after papillary thyroid cancer surgery. Front Oncol 2024; 14:1338216. [PMID: 38595812 PMCID: PMC11002165 DOI: 10.3389/fonc.2024.1338216] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/06/2023] [Accepted: 03/12/2024] [Indexed: 04/11/2024] Open
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Background Papillary thyroid cancer (PTC) is prevalent among younger populations and has a favorable survival rate. However, a significant number of patients experience psychosocial stress and a reduced quality of life (QoL) after surgical treatment. Therefore, comprehensive evaluations of the patients are essential to improve their recovery. Methods The present study enrolled 512 young and middle-aged patients diagnosed with PTC who underwent surgery at our institution between September 2020 and August 2021. Each participant completed a series of questionnaires: Generalized Anxiety Disorder 7 (GAD-7), European Organization for Research and Treatment of Cancer Quality of Life Questionnaire (EORTC QLQ-C30), Thyroid Cancer-Specific Quality of Life Questionnaire (THYCA-QoL), and Readiness to Return-to-Work Scale (RRTW). Results GAD-7 data showed that almost half of the study subjects were experiencing anxiety. Regarding health-related quality of life (HRQoL), participants reported the highest levels of fatigue, insomnia, voice problems, and scarring, with patients in anxious states reporting worse symptoms. Based on RRTW, more than half of the subjects had returned to work and had better HRQoL compared to the others who were evaluating a possible return to work. Age, gender, BMI, education, diet, residence, health insurance, months since surgery, monthly income, and caregiver status were significantly correlated with return to work. Additionally, having a caregiver, higher monthly income, more time since surgery, and living in a city or village were positively associated with return to work. Conclusion Young and middle-aged patients with PTC commonly experience a range of health-related issues and disease-specific symptoms following surgery, accompanied by inferior psychological well-being, HRQoL, and work readiness. It is crucial to prioritize timely interventions targeting postoperative psychological support, HRQoL improvement, and the restoration of working ability in PTC patients.
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- Songhao Chen
- Department of General Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Air Force Medical University, Xi’an, China
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The 920 Hospital of Joint Logistic Support Force of Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA), Kunming, China
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- Department of General Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Air Force Medical University, Xi’an, China
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- Department of General Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Air Force Medical University, Xi’an, China
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- Department of General Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Air Force Medical University, Xi’an, China
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- Department of General Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Air Force Medical University, Xi’an, China
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- Department of Pathology, The University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, Oklahoma City, OK, United States
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- Department of General Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Air Force Medical University, Xi’an, China
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- Department of General Surgery, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Air Force Medical University, Xi’an, China
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Orszaghova Z, Galikova D, Lesko P, Obertova J, Rejlekova K, Sycova-Mila Z, Palacka P, Kalavska K, Svetlovska D, Mladosievicova B, Mardiak J, Mego M, Chovanec M. Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy (CIPN) as a Predictor of Decreased Quality of Life in Testicular Germ Cell Tumor Survivors. Clin Genitourin Cancer 2024; 22:102067. [PMID: 38555680 DOI: 10.1016/j.clgc.2024.102067] [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: 11/11/2023] [Revised: 01/22/2024] [Accepted: 02/12/2024] [Indexed: 04/02/2024]
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BACKGROUND Chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN) after curative treatment for testicular germ cell tumors (GCTs) has been previously reported. It has been shown that CIPN can contribute to impaired quality of life (QOL) in cancer survivors. Herein, we aimed to evaluate CIPN in association with QOL in GCT survivors. PATIENTS AND METHODS European Organization for Research and Treatment of Cancer (EORTC) Quality of Life - Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy questionnaire (QLQ-CIPN20) and Quality of Life Questionnaire (QLQ-C30) were prospectively completed by GCT survivors (N = 151) at National Cancer Institute in Slovakia during their annual follow-up. The median follow-up was 10 years (range 4-30). Upon obtaining the scores from each questionnaire, each score from QLQ-C30 was correlated with CIPN defined as high or low (above and below median) as obtained from CIPN20. RESULTS GCT survivors with high overall CIPN score reported impaired QOL in QLQ-C30. The global health status was lower in survivors with high CIPN versus low CIPN (mean score ± SEM: 67.17 ± 2.00 vs. 86.18 ± 1.76, P < .00001). Survivors with high CIPN reported worse physical, role, emotional, cognitive, and social functioning compared to survivors with low CIPN (all P < .00001). CIPN high survivors perceived more fatigue, nausea, pain, dyspnea, sleeping disorders, and appetite loss compared to CIPN low survivors (all P < .004). Higher burden of CIPN was associated with more financial problems vs CIPN low (mean score ± SEM: 19.70 ± 2.64 vs. 6.67 ± 2.32, P = .00025). Spearman analysis has confirmed negative correlation of overall CIPN20 score with QLQ-C30 global health status (R = -0.53, P < .0001). CONCLUSION CIPN is a strong predictor of impairment in QOL among GCT survivors. Molecular mechanisms of neurotoxicity should be intensively studied to find preventive and therapeutic strategies.
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- Zuzana Orszaghova
- Department of Oncology, Comenius University, Faculty of Medicine and National Cancer Institute, Bratislava, Slovakia
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- Department of Oncology, Comenius University, Faculty of Medicine and National Cancer Institute, Bratislava, Slovakia
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- Department of Oncology, Comenius University, Faculty of Medicine and National Cancer Institute, Bratislava, Slovakia
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- Department of Oncology, Comenius University, Faculty of Medicine and National Cancer Institute, Bratislava, Slovakia
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- Department of Oncology, Comenius University, Faculty of Medicine and National Cancer Institute, Bratislava, Slovakia
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- Department of Oncology, Comenius University, Faculty of Medicine and National Cancer Institute, Bratislava, Slovakia
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- Department of Oncology, Comenius University, Faculty of Medicine and National Cancer Institute, Bratislava, Slovakia
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- Translational Research Unit, Department of Oncology, Comenius University, Faculty of Medicine and National Cancer Institute, Bratislava, Slovakia
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- Translational Research Unit, Department of Oncology, Comenius University, Faculty of Medicine and National Cancer Institute, Bratislava, Slovakia
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- Department of Clinical Pathophysiology, Comenius University, Faculty of Medicine, Bratislava, Slovakia
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- Department of Oncology, Comenius University, Faculty of Medicine and National Cancer Institute, Bratislava, Slovakia
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- Department of Oncology, Comenius University, Faculty of Medicine and National Cancer Institute, Bratislava, Slovakia
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- Department of Oncology, Comenius University, Faculty of Medicine and National Cancer Institute, Bratislava, Slovakia.
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Schorb E, Isbell LK, Kerkhoff A, Mathas S, Braulke F, Egerer G, Röth A, Schliffke S, Borchmann P, Brunnberg U, Kroschinsky F, Möhle R, Rank A, Wellnitz D, Kasenda B, Pospiech L, Wendler J, Scherer F, Deckert M, Henkes E, von Gottberg P, Gmehlin D, Backenstraß M, Jensch A, Burger-Martin E, Grishina O, Fricker H, Malenica N, Orbán A, Duyster J, Ihorst G, Finke J, Illerhaus G. High-dose chemotherapy and autologous haematopoietic stem-cell transplantation in older, fit patients with primary diffuse large B-cell CNS lymphoma (MARTA): a single-arm, phase 2 trial. Lancet Haematol 2024; 11:e196-e205. [PMID: 38301670 DOI: 10.1016/s2352-3026(23)00371-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/02/2023] [Revised: 11/30/2023] [Accepted: 12/05/2023] [Indexed: 02/03/2024]
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BACKGROUND Available treatments for older patients with primary diffuse large B-cell CNS lymphoma (PCNSL) offer progression-free survival of up to 16 months. We aimed to investigate an intensified treatment of high-dose chemotherapy and autologous haematopoietic stem-cell transplantation (HSCT) in older patients with PCNSL. METHODS MARTA was a prospective, single-arm, phase 2 study done at 15 research hospitals in Germany. Patients aged 65 years or older with newly diagnosed, untreated PCNSL were enrolled if they had an Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group performance status of 0-2 and were fit for high-dose chemotherapy and autologous HSCT. Induction treatment consisted of two 21-day cycles of high-dose intravenous methotrexate 3·5 g/m2 (day 1), intravenous cytarabine 2 g/m2 twice daily (days 2 and 3), and intravenous rituximab 375 mg/m2 (days 0 and 4) followed by high-dose chemotherapy with intravenous rituximab 375 mg/m2 (day -8), intravenous busulfan 3·2 mg/kg (days -7 and -6), and intravenous thiotepa 5 mg/kg (days -5 and -4) plus autologous HSCT. The primary endpoint was progression-free survival at 12 months in all patients who met eligibility criteria and started treatment. The study was registered with the German clinical trial registry, DRKS00011932, and recruitment is complete. FINDINGS Between Nov 28, 2017, and Sept 16, 2020, 54 patients started induction treatment and 51 were included in the full analysis set. Median age was 71 years (IQR 68-75); 27 (53%) patients were female and 24 (47%) were male. At a median follow-up of 23·0 months (IQR 16·8-37·4), 23 (45%) of 51 patients progressed, relapsed, or died. 12-month progression-free survival was 58·8% (80% CI 48·9-68·2; 95% CI 44·1-70·9). During induction treatment, the most common grade 3-5 toxicities were thrombocytopenia and leukopenia (each in 52 [96%] of 54 patients). During high-dose chemotherapy and autologous HSCT, the most common grade 3-5 toxicity was leukopenia (37 [100%] of 37 patients). Treatment-related deaths were reported in three (6%) of 54 patients, all due to infectious complications. INTERPRETATION Although the primary efficacy threshold was not met, short induction followed by high-dose chemotherapy and autologous HSCT is active in selected older patients with PCNSL and could serve as a benchmark for comparative trials. FUNDING Else Kröner-Fresenius Foundation, Riemser Pharma, and Medical Center-University of Freiburg.
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- Elisabeth Schorb
- Department of Medicine I, Medical Center-University of Freiburg, Faculty of Medicine, University of Freiburg, Freiburg, Germany.
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- Department of Medicine I, Medical Center-University of Freiburg, Faculty of Medicine, University of Freiburg, Freiburg, Germany
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- Medizinische Klinik A, Haematology and Oncology, University Hospital Muenster, Muenster, Germany
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- Charité-Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Haematology, Oncology and Cancer Immunology, corporate member of Freie Universität Berlin and Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin, Berlin, Germany; Max-Delbrück-Center for Molecular Medicine in the Helmholtz Association, Group Biology of Malignant Lymphomas, Berlin, Germany; Experimental and Clinical Research Center, Max-Delbrück-Center for Molecular Medicine in the Helmholtz Association and Charité-Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Berlin, Germany
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- Comprehensive Cancer Center, University Medical Center Göttingen, Göttingen, Germany; Department of Haematology and Medical Oncology, University Medical Center Göttingen, Göttingen, Germany
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- Department of Haematology and Oncology, Heidelberg University, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Department of Haematology and Stem Cell Transplantation, West German Cancer Center, University Hospital Essen, University of Duisburg-Essen, Essen, Germany
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- Department of Oncology and Haematology, BMT with Section Pneumology, University Cancer Center Hamburg, University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf, Hamburg, Germany
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- Department I of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and University Hospital of Cologne, University of Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine II, Haematology and Oncology, University Hospital Frankfurt, Frankfurt, Germany
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- Department of Haematology and Oncology, University of Tübingen, Tübingen, Germany
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- Department of Haematology and Oncology, Augsburg Medical Center, Augsburg, Germany
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- Department of Internal Medicine II-Haematology and Oncology, University Clinics Schleswig Holstein-Campus Kiel, Kiel, Germany
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- Department of Medical Oncology, University Hospital Basel, Basel, Switzerland
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- Department of Haematology, Oncology and Palliative Care, Klinikum Stuttgart, Stuttgart, Germany
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- Department of Haematology, Oncology and Palliative Care, Klinikum Stuttgart, Stuttgart, Germany
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- Department of Medicine I, Medical Center-University of Freiburg, Faculty of Medicine, University of Freiburg, Freiburg, Germany
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- Institute of Neuropathology, Faculty of Medicine and University Hospital of Cologne, University of Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- Clinic for Neuroradiology, Klinikum Stuttgart, Stuttgart, Germany
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- Institute for Clinical Psychology, Klinikum Stuttgart, Stuttgart, Germany
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- Stuttgart Cancer Center-Tumorzentrum Eva Mayr-Stihl, Klinikum Stuttgart, Stuttgart, Germany
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- Department of Medicine I, Medical Center-University of Freiburg, Faculty of Medicine, University of Freiburg, Freiburg, Germany; Clinical Trials Unit, Medical Center-University of Freiburg, Faculty of Medicine, University of Freiburg, Freiburg, Germany
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- Clinical Trials Unit, Medical Center-University of Freiburg, Faculty of Medicine, University of Freiburg, Freiburg, Germany
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- Department of Medicine I, Medical Center-University of Freiburg, Faculty of Medicine, University of Freiburg, Freiburg, Germany
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- Department of Medicine I, Medical Center-University of Freiburg, Faculty of Medicine, University of Freiburg, Freiburg, Germany
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- Department of Medicine I, Medical Center-University of Freiburg, Faculty of Medicine, University of Freiburg, Freiburg, Germany
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- Department of Medicine I, Medical Center-University of Freiburg, Faculty of Medicine, University of Freiburg, Freiburg, Germany
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- Department of Medicine I, Medical Center-University of Freiburg, Faculty of Medicine, University of Freiburg, Freiburg, Germany; Clinical Trials Unit, Medical Center-University of Freiburg, Faculty of Medicine, University of Freiburg, Freiburg, Germany
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- Department of Medicine I, Medical Center-University of Freiburg, Faculty of Medicine, University of Freiburg, Freiburg, Germany
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- Department of Haematology, Oncology and Palliative Care, Klinikum Stuttgart, Stuttgart, Germany
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Gudenkauf LM, Li X, Hoogland AI, Oswald LB, Lmanirad I, Permuth JB, Small BJ, Jim HSL, Rodriguez Y, Bryant CA, Zambrano KN, Walters KO, Reblin M, Gonzalez BD. Feasibility and acceptability of C-PRIME: A health promotion intervention for family caregivers of patients with colorectal cancer. Support Care Cancer 2024; 32:198. [PMID: 38416143 DOI: 10.1007/s00520-024-08395-5] [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: 05/10/2023] [Accepted: 02/18/2024] [Indexed: 02/29/2024]
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PURPOSE This study aimed to test the feasibility and acceptability of a digital health promotion intervention for family caregivers of patients with advanced colorectal cancer and explore the intervention's preliminary efficacy for mitigating the impact of caregiving on health and well-being. METHODS We conducted a single-arm pilot feasibility trial of C-PRIME (Caregiver Protocol for Remotely Improving, Monitoring, and Extending Quality of Life), an 8-week digital health-promotion behavioral intervention involving monitoring and visualizing health-promoting behaviors (e.g., objective sleep and physical activity data) and health coaching (NCT05379933). A priori benchmarks were established for feasibility (≥ 50% recruitment and objective data collection; ≥ 75% session engagement, measure completion, and retention) and patient satisfaction (> 3 on a 1-5 scale). Preliminary efficacy was explored with pre- to post-intervention changes in quality of life (QOL), sleep quality, social engagement, and self-efficacy. RESULTS Participants (N = 13) were M = 52 years old (SD = 14). Rates of recruitment (72%), session attendance (87%), assessment completion (87%), objective data collection (80%), and retention (100%) all indicated feasibility. All participants rated the intervention as acceptable (M = 4.7; SD = 0.8). Most participants showed improvement or maintenance of QOL (15% and 62%), sleep quality (23% and 62%), social engagement (23% and 69%), and general self-efficacy (23% and 62%). CONCLUSION The C-PRIME digital health promotion intervention demonstrated feasibility and acceptability among family caregivers of patients with advanced colorectal cancer. A fully powered randomized controlled trial is needed to test C-PRIME efficacy, mechanisms, and implementation outcomes, barriers, and facilitators in a divserse sample of family caregivers. TRIAL REGISTRATION The Caregiver Protocol for Remotely Improving, Monitoring, and Extending Quality of Life (C-PRIME) study was registered on clinicaltrials.gov, NCT05379933, in May 2022.
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- Lisa M Gudenkauf
- Department of Health Outcomes and Behavior, Moffitt Cancer Center, 12902 Magnolia Drive, Tampa, FL, 33612, USA.
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- Department of Health Outcomes and Behavior, Moffitt Cancer Center, 12902 Magnolia Drive, Tampa, FL, 33612, USA
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- Department of Health Outcomes and Behavior, Moffitt Cancer Center, 12902 Magnolia Drive, Tampa, FL, 33612, USA
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- Department of Health Outcomes and Behavior, Moffitt Cancer Center, 12902 Magnolia Drive, Tampa, FL, 33612, USA
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Oncology, Moffitt Cancer Center, Tampa, FL, USA
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Oncology, Moffitt Cancer Center, Tampa, FL, USA
- Department of Cancer Epidemiology, Moffitt Cancer Center, Tampa, FL, USA
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- School of Nursing, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC, USA
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- Department of Health Outcomes and Behavior, Moffitt Cancer Center, 12902 Magnolia Drive, Tampa, FL, 33612, USA
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- Department of Health Outcomes and Behavior, Moffitt Cancer Center, 12902 Magnolia Drive, Tampa, FL, 33612, USA
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- Department of Health Outcomes and Behavior, Moffitt Cancer Center, 12902 Magnolia Drive, Tampa, FL, 33612, USA
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- Department of Health Outcomes and Behavior, Moffitt Cancer Center, 12902 Magnolia Drive, Tampa, FL, 33612, USA
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- Department of Health Outcomes and Behavior, Moffitt Cancer Center, 12902 Magnolia Drive, Tampa, FL, 33612, USA
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- Department of Family Medicine, University of Vermont, Burlington, VT, USA
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- Department of Health Outcomes and Behavior, Moffitt Cancer Center, 12902 Magnolia Drive, Tampa, FL, 33612, USA
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Ionescu Miron AI, Anghel AV, Antone-Iordache IL, Atasiei DI, Anghel CA, Barnonschi AA, Bobolocu AM, Verga C, Șandru F, Lișcu HD. Assessing the Impact of Organ Failure and Metastases on Quality of Life in Breast Cancer Patients: A Prospective Study Based on Utilizing EORTC QLQ-C30 and EORTC QLQ-BR45 Questionnaires in Romania. J Pers Med 2024; 14:214. [PMID: 38392647 PMCID: PMC10889928 DOI: 10.3390/jpm14020214] [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] [Revised: 02/10/2024] [Accepted: 02/14/2024] [Indexed: 02/24/2024] Open
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Breast cancer (BC) significantly impacts the quality of life (QoL) of affected individuals. This study, conducted at Colțea Clinical Hospital, Bucharest, aimed to assess the impact of organ failures and metastases on QoL in breast cancer patients using EORTC QLQ-C30 and EORTC QLQ-BR45 questionnaires and the survival rate to understand the clinical journey and the quality of life status in breast cancer patients. From January 2019 to October 2022, a prospective, observational study surveyed 874 patients, revealing 201 fatalities, 66 refusals, and 607 eligible participants. Results indicated statistically significant differences in various QoL aspects for patients experiencing heart failure, including physical functioning, pain, insomnia, global health status, and overall summary score. Kidney failure exhibited significance in physical functioning for QLQ-C30 and body image, sexual functioning, and endocrine sexual symptoms for QLQ-BR45. Respiratory failure demonstrated significant differences across multiple QoL domains. Patients with bone metastases reported lower physical functioning (p = 0.006) and increased pain (p = 0.002). This study has revealed an overall 5-year life expectancy of 68.8%, with survival rates of 93.8% for Stage I, 86.3% for Stage II, and 77.2% for Stage III breast cancer. Metastatic cancer patients have shown a 35.6% survival rate over 45 months, with a median survival duration of 36 months. A significant limitation of our study was the administration of the questionnaire only once, preventing us from quantifying the impact of specific treatment types on quality of life. This study emphasizes the necessity of using standardized QoL assessments in clinical practice from the initial presentation to ongoing follow-up.
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- Andreea-Iuliana Ionescu Miron
- Department of Oncological Radiotherapy and Medical Imaging, "Carol Davila" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 020021 Bucharest, Romania
- Department of Medical Oncology, Colțea Clinical Hospital, 030167 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Oncological Radiotherapy and Medical Imaging, "Carol Davila" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 020021 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Oncological Radiotherapy and Medical Imaging, "Carol Davila" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 020021 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Oncological Radiotherapy and Medical Imaging, "Carol Davila" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 020021 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Oncological Radiotherapy and Medical Imaging, "Carol Davila" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 020021 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Oncological Radiotherapy and Medical Imaging, "Carol Davila" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 020021 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Oncological Radiotherapy and Medical Imaging, "Carol Davila" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 020021 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Oncological Radiotherapy and Medical Imaging, "Carol Davila" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 020021 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Dermatovenerology, "Carol Davila" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 020021 Bucharest, Romania
- Department of Dermatology, Elias University Emergency Hospital, 011461 Bucharest, Romania
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- Department of Oncological Radiotherapy and Medical Imaging, "Carol Davila" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 020021 Bucharest, Romania
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Lund-Jacobsen T, Schwarz P, Martino G, Pappot H, Piil K. Development of an App for Symptom Management in Women With Breast Cancer Receiving Maintenance Aromatase Inhibitors: Protocol for a Mixed Methods Feasibility Study. JMIR Res Protoc 2024; 13:e49549. [PMID: 38358787 PMCID: PMC10905362 DOI: 10.2196/49549] [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: 06/01/2023] [Revised: 12/06/2023] [Accepted: 12/11/2023] [Indexed: 02/16/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Patients with postmenopausal nonmetastatic estrogen receptor-positive breast cancer often experience a reduced quality of life after primary treatment. The disease and treatment trajectory consists of surgery followed by chemotherapy or radiation therapy. Upon this, maintenance hormone therapy with an aromatase inhibitor can result in several physical and psychosocial symptoms. Optimal symptom control during maintenance therapy is central to maintaining the patient's quality of life. OBJECTIVE This study aims to (1) develop an electronic symptom management tool for patients with postmenopausal early breast cancer receiving maintenance aromatase inhibitors with an endocrine aspect and (2) assess the feasibility, acceptability, and usability of the pilot version of the Bone@BC app. Furthermore, longitudinally, symptom prevalence and quality of life for patients with postmenopausal nonmetastatic estrogen receptor-positive breast cancer will be explored. METHODS This study follows a multistage research plan. In stage 1, a systematic literature review to establish an overview of aromatase inhibitor-related symptoms reported by postmenopausal women with nonmetastatic estrogen receptor-positive breast cancer will be completed. In stage 2, a comprehensive overview of symptoms related to aromatase inhibitors (letrozole, exemestane, and anastrozole) will be performed (eg, by reviewing medical leaflets and guidelines). In stage 3, an electronic app with a user-friendly Patient Concern Inventory list to comprise symptoms and concerns will be developed. Last, in stage 4, a convergent mixed methods feasibility study of the pilot version of the Bone@BC app will be conducted. A total of 45 patients with postmenopausal nonmetastatic estrogen receptor-positive breast cancer will use the app daily for symptom identification and respond to 6 serial patient-reported outcome measurements for 12 weeks. Finally, semistructured interviews will be performed. The primary outcome includes consent rate, attrition rate, retention rates, technical issues, and adherence, assessed using preestablished criteria on feasibility and a mixed methods approach for exploring acceptability. A patient advisory board consisting of 5 women with breast cancer is recruited to include their perspectives and experiences in the planning, organization, implementation, and dissemination of the research throughout the project. RESULTS At the time of submitting this paper (January 2024), a total of 23 patients have been included in the stage 2 medical audit over the recruitment period of 3 months (November 2022 to February 2023), and 19 patients have been enrolled in stage 2, the semistructured patient interviews. CONCLUSIONS This protocol describes a study investigating the feasibility, acceptability, and usability of the symptom management tool Bone@BC developed for patients with breast cancer with an endocrine aspect. TRIAL REGISTRATION ClinicalTrails.gov NCT05367830; https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT05367830. INTERNATIONAL REGISTERED REPORT IDENTIFIER (IRRID) DERR1-10.2196/49549.
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- Trine Lund-Jacobsen
- Department of Endocrinology, Centre for Cancer and Organ Diseases, Copenhagen University Hospital, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Endocrinology, Centre for Cancer and Organ Diseases, Copenhagen University Hospital, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Department of Oncology, Centre for Cancer and Organ Diseases, Copenhagen University Hospital, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Oncology, Centre for Cancer and Organ Diseases, Copenhagen University Hospital, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark
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Bao T, Chen P, Yu J, Cai DH, He XD, Wang YJ, Xie XF, Li KK, Zhao XY, Guo W. Learning curve in relation to health-related quality of life in long-term, disease free survivors after McKeown minimally invasive esophagectomy. Surg Endosc 2024; 38:671-678. [PMID: 38012442 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-023-10553-5] [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: 08/24/2023] [Accepted: 10/20/2023] [Indexed: 11/29/2023]
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BACKGROUND The potential impact of learning curve on long-term health-related quality of life (QoL) after esophagectomy for cancer has not been investigated. The aim of this article is to investigate the relationship between learning curve for McKeown minimally invasive esophagectomy (MIE) and health-related quality of life (QoL) in long-term, disease free survivors up to 10 years after esophageal cancer resection. METHODS Esophageal cancer patients who underwent McKeown MIE between 2009 and 2019 were identified in which 280 who were free of disease at the time of survey and completed health-related QoL and symptom questionnaires, including EORTC QLQ-C30, EORTC QLQ-OES18, and Digestive Symptom Questionnaire. Patients were assessed in 3 cohorts according to the learning phases of expertise reported by our previous study: initial phase; plateau phase, and; experienced phase. RESULTS Median time from operation to survey was 5.8 years (interquartile range 4.6-8.2). The QLQ-C30 mean scores of functional scales, and symptom scales of respiratory and digestive systems including dyspnea (P = 0.006), shortness of breath (P = 0.003), and dysphagia (P = 0.031) were significantly better in experienced phase group. Furthermore, in the subgroup analyses for patients without postoperative major complications, patients in the initial learning phase remained suffering from more symptoms of dyspnea (P = 0.040) and shortness of breath (P = 0.001). CONCLUSION Esophageal cancer patients undergoing McKeown MIE in initial learning phase tend to suffer from a deterioration in long-term health-related QoL and higher symptomatic burden as compared to experienced learning phase, which did not improved over time and warranted more attention.
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- Tao Bao
- Army Medical University, Gaotanyan Route 30#, Chongqing, 400038, People's Republic of China
- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Daping Hospital, Army Medical University, Chongqing, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Daping Hospital, Army Medical University, Chongqing, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Daping Hospital, Army Medical University, Chongqing, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Daping Hospital, Army Medical University, Chongqing, People's Republic of China
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- Army Medical University, Gaotanyan Route 30#, Chongqing, 400038, People's Republic of China
- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Daping Hospital, Army Medical University, Chongqing, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Daping Hospital, Army Medical University, Chongqing, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Daping Hospital, Army Medical University, Chongqing, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Daping Hospital, Army Medical University, Chongqing, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Daping Hospital, Army Medical University, Chongqing, People's Republic of China
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- Army Medical University, Gaotanyan Route 30#, Chongqing, 400038, People's Republic of China.
- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Daping Hospital, Army Medical University, Chongqing, People's Republic of China.
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Singh K, Katoch K, Pal KM, Negi RR. Quality of Life Outcomes and Determining Factors in Breast Cancer Patients Reporting to a Tertiary Care Centre in the Sub-Himalayan Region of India. Cureus 2024; 16:e55112. [PMID: 38558601 PMCID: PMC10979246 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.55112] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 02/27/2024] [Indexed: 04/04/2024] Open
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PURPOSE Breast cancer is the most common malignancy among women worldwide. This study was conducted to determine the quality of life (QOL) outcomes among breast cancer patients in the sub-Himalayan region and, secondly, to identify factors affecting them. METHOD The European Organization for Research and Treatment of Cancer (EORTC) QLQ-C30 and BR-45 questionnaires in English and Hindi translations were used. The BR-45 Hindi translation was obtained using the forward-backward translation method. To check internal consistency and validity, Cronbach's alpha was employed. EORTC scoring manuals were used to score the questionnaires. The analysis of variance test was used to determine the impact of different treatment and sociodemographic factors on QOL domains. RESULTS The English and Hindi translations had Cronbach's alpha values of 0.949 and 0.950, respectively, suggesting that the data gathered were reliable. The mean score for global health status was 64.4 ± 29.7, the functional scale (FS) of QLQ_C30 was 76.9 ± 21.5, the FS of BR45 was 64.6 ± 24.1, the symptom scale (SS) of QLQ_C30 was 20.3 ± 19.2, and the SS of BR45 was 22.5 ± 19.1. Factors adversely affecting global health status included younger age, pre/perimenopausal status, and ongoing chemotherapy. Functional scales were significantly affected by marital status and earlier stages of the disease. Symptom scales were adversely affected by ongoing chemotherapy, an earlier stage of the disease, and a duration of treatment of less than six months. CONCLUSION Tailoring treatment to reduce radiotherapy, surgery, and systemic therapy-related side effects may improve QOL. Counselling and social support groups may help patients cope with the burden of family and societal roles.
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- Kaalindi Singh
- Radiotherapy, Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri Government Medical College and Hospital, Mandi, IND
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- Radiotherapy, Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri Government Medical College and Hospital, Mandi, IND
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- Radiotherapy, Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri Government Medical College and Hospital, Mandi, IND
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Mao Z, Fan J, Rencz F, Yang Z, Luo N, Wang P. Developing and testing culturally relevant bolt-on items for EQ-5D-5L in Chinese populations: a mixed-methods study protocol. BMJ Open 2024; 14:e081140. [PMID: 38286698 PMCID: PMC10826542 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2023-081140] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/19/2023] [Accepted: 01/04/2024] [Indexed: 01/31/2024] Open
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INTRODUCTION EQ-5D is one of the most frequently used health-related quality of life (HRQoL) measures but has been found to be insensitive in detecting differences in health status in some general populations and disease groups. For example, the appropriateness of applying EQ-5D in the Chinese cultural setting has been widely discussed. Adding additional HRQoL dimensions (bolt-on items) can be a solution to both retain the original descriptive system of EQ-5D, while enhancing its sensitivity to the local context. To date, no studies have proposed culturally relevant bolt-ons for China or examined the psychometric properties of such bolt-on items. This protocol documents the identification, development, selection and psychometric testing of culturally relevant bolt-on items for EQ-5D-5L in China. METHODS AND ANALYSIS We will identify and develop candidate bolt-on items that are most relevant in the Chinese culture, through former literature reviews on health concepts important for the Chinese population, conducting expert consultations and qualitative interviews. We will quantitatively test the acceptability and measurement properties (including distributional characteristics and construct validity) of the candidate items in both general and disease populations in a cross-sectional setting. The patient group will be followed up to collect two-time-point data to assess test-retest reliability of the candidate items. Bolt-on item selection will consider both the qualitative and quantitative evidence gathered. This protocol outlines a comprehensive mixed-methods process for identifying, developing, selecting and testing bolt-on items that are relevant and culturally appropriate in China. This study may serve as a guide for similar initiatives in other cultural contexts. ETHICS AND DISSEMINATION This study received ethics approval from the Institutional Review Board of School of Public Health, Fudan University (IRB number: 2022-TYSQ-03-154). Study findings will be disseminated through international peer-reviewed journal articles as well as public, academic presentations at national and international conferences.
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- Zhuxin Mao
- University of Antwerp, Antwerpen, Belgium
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- Corvinus University of Budapest, Budapest, Hungary
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- Health Services Management Department, Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang, China
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- National University Singapore Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health, Singapore
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- Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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Ortiz Carrodeguas RA, Lorenzo Monteagudo G, Guerra Chaviano PP, Álvarez Montané I, Salomón Saldívar EE, Lobaina Lambert L, Camacho Sosa K, Bermúdez Pino R, Blanco Mustelier P, Valdés Rodríguez E, González Piloto S, Guerra de la Vega A, Valdés Sánchez L, Montes De Santis A, Parra Zabala J, Viada González C, Calvo Aguilera N, Saavedra Hernández D, Santos Morales O, Crombet Ramos T. Safety and effectiveness of CIMAvax-EGF administered in community polyclinics. Front Oncol 2024; 13:1287902. [PMID: 38304035 PMCID: PMC10830698 DOI: 10.3389/fonc.2023.1287902] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/18/2023] [Accepted: 12/19/2023] [Indexed: 02/03/2024] Open
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In spite of the advances in immunotherapy and targeted therapies, lung cancer continues to be the leading cause of cancer-related death. The epidermal growth factor receptor is an established target for non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), and its overactivation by the ligands can induce accelerated proliferation, angiogenesis, and metastasis as well as proinflammatory or immunosuppressive signals. CIMAvax-EGF is an epidermal growth factor (EGF)-depleting immunotherapy that is approved for the treatment of NSCLC patients in Cuba. The study was designed as a phase IV trial to characterize the safety and effectiveness of CIMAvax-EGF in advanced NSCLC patients treated in 119 community polyclinics and 24 hospitals. CIMAvax-EGF treatment consisted of four bi-weekly doses followed by monthly boosters. Overall, 741 NSCLC patients ineligible for further cancer-specific treatment were enrolled. CIMAvax-EGF was safe, and the most common adverse events consisted of mild-to-moderate injection site reactions, fever, chills, tremors, and headache. For patients completing the loading doses, the median survival was 9.9 months. For individuals achieving at least stable disease to the frontline and completing vaccination induction, the median survival was 12 months. Most of the functional activities and symptoms evaluated through the European Organisation for Research and Treatment of Cancer (EORTC) QLQ-C30 questionnaire improved over time. In conclusion, this real-world trial demonstrated that CIMAvax-EGF was safe and effective in patients who were vaccinated in the maintenance scenario. A larger effect was seen in subjects with poor prognosis like those with squamous tumors and high EGF levels. Remarkably, this community-based intervention was very important because it demonstrated the feasibility of treating advanced lung cancer patients with active immunotherapy in primary care institutions. In addition to CIMAvax-EGF, patients received supportive care at the community clinic. Vaccine administration by the family doctors at the polyclinics reduced the patients' burden on the medical oncology services that continued providing chemotherapy and other complex therapies. We conclude that community polyclinics constitute the optimal scenario for administering those cancer vaccines that are safe and require prolonged maintenance in patients with advanced cancer, despite the continuous deterioration of their general condition. Clinical trial registration https://rpcec.sld.cu/trials/RPCEC00000205-En, identifier RPCEC00000205.
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- “Mario Gutiérrez Ardaya” Polyclinic, Family Medicine Department, Holguín, Cuba
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- “Octavio de la Concepción y la Pedraja” Polyclinic, Family Medicine Department. Santa Clara, Villa Clara, Cuba
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- National Coordinating Center for Clinical Trials, Clinical Research Department, Havana, Cuba
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- National Coordinating Center for Clinical Trials, Clinical Research Department, Havana, Cuba
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Feyisa JD, Addissie A, Kantelhardt EJ, Zingeta GT, Mideksa HS, GebreLibanos H, Mengesha T, Assefa M. Health-related quality of life assessment among patients with oesophageal cancer at Tikur Anbessa Specialised Tertiary Hospital in Ethiopia: a cross sectional study. Ecancermedicalscience 2024; 18:1656. [PMID: 38425768 PMCID: PMC10901634 DOI: 10.3332/ecancer.2024.1656] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/26/2023] [Indexed: 03/02/2024] Open
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Background In low-income countries, oesophageal cancer often presents at an advanced stage, leaving patients with limited curative treatment options. Furthermore, palliative treatments such as oesophageal stents or brachytherapy are lacking. This has a detrimental effect on their quality of life. In this study, we investigated the health-related quality of life of patients with oesophageal cancer at a tertiary hospital in Ethiopia. Methods This cross-sectional study was conducted at Tikur Anbessa Specialised Tertiary Hospital in Ethiopia. The validated Amharic version of the questionnaire of the European Organisation for Research and Treatment of Cancer Core Quality of Life Questionnaire Cancer 30 (EORTC QLQ C-30) and the oesophageal cancer disease-specific questionnaire QLQ-OES18 were used to assess the quality of life of each patient. Results The overall mean score for the EORTC QLQ C-30 was 35.43 (SD 18.04). The mean scores for the functional scales revealed that cognitive function was the highest, whereas role function was the lowest. The symptom scale results showed the highest score for pain and the lowest for diarrhoea. Dysphagia, choking, role functioning and financial difficulty correlated with the quality of life of patients with oesophageal cancer. Conclusion Dysphagia, choking, role functioning and financial difficulty are important factors that affect the quality of life of patients with oesophageal cancer patients. Increasing the availability of palliative treatments for dysphagia to improve the quality of life in patients with oesophageal cancer is recommended.
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- Jilcha Diribi Feyisa
- Department of Oncology, Saint Paul’s Hospital Millennium Medical College, Addis Ababa 1271, Ethiopia
- Department of Radiation Oncology and Applied Sciences, Dartmouth Cancer Center, Lebanon, NH 03756, USA
- https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5344-5340
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- Global Health Working Group, Institute for Medical Epidemiology, Biometrics, and Informatics, Martin-Luther-University Halle-Wittenberg, Halle (Saale) 53170, Germany
- Department of Preventive Medicine, School of Public Health, Addis Ababa University, Addis Ababa 9086, Ethiopia
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- Global Health Working Group, Institute for Medical Epidemiology, Biometrics, and Informatics, Martin-Luther-University Halle-Wittenberg, Halle (Saale) 53170, Germany
- Institute of Medical Epidemiology, Biometrics and Informatics, Martin-Luther-University Halle-Wittenberg, Halle (Saale) 53170, Germany
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- Department of Oncology, School of Medicine, Addis Ababa University, Addis Ababa 9086, Ethiopia
- https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0272-8460
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- Department of Oncology, School of Medicine, Addis Ababa University, Addis Ababa 9086, Ethiopia
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- Department of Epidemiology, School of Public Health, Debre Birhan University, Debre Birhan 445, Ethiopia
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- Department of Research, Saint Peter’s Specialised Hospital, Addis Ababa 21494, Ethiopia
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- Department of Oncology, School of Medicine, Addis Ababa University, Addis Ababa 9086, Ethiopia
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Roose E, Huysmans E, Leysen L, Mostaqim K, Van Wilgen P, Beckwée D, De Couck M, Timmermans A, Bults R, Nijs J, Lahousse A. Effect of perceived injustice-targeted pain neuroscience education compared with biomedically focused education in breast cancer survivors: a study protocol for a multicentre randomised controlled trial (BCS-PI trial). BMJ Open 2024; 14:e075779. [PMID: 38233049 PMCID: PMC10806532 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2023-075779] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/18/2023] [Accepted: 11/08/2023] [Indexed: 01/19/2024] Open
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INTRODUCTION Current treatments for pain in breast cancer survivors (BCSs) are mostly biomedically focused rather than biopsychosocially driven. However, 22% of BCSs with pain are experiencing perceived injustice, which is a known predictor for adverse pain outcomes and opioid prescription due to increased maladaptive pain behaviour. Educational interventions such as pain neuroscience education (PNE) are suggested to target perceived injustice. In addition, motivational interviewing can be an effective behavioural change technique. This trial aims to examine whether perceived injustice-targeted PNE with the integration of motivational interviewing is superior to biomedically focused pain education in reducing pain after 12 months in BCS with perceived injustice and pain. In addition, improvements in quality of life, perceived injustice and opioid use are evaluated, and a cost-effectiveness analysis will finally result in a recommendation concerning the use of perceived injustice-targeted PNE in BCSs with perceived injustice and pain. METHODS AND ANALYSIS This two-arm multicentre randomised controlled trial will recruit female BCS (n=156) with pain and perceived injustice. Participants will be randomly assigned to perceived injustice-targeted PNE or biomedically focused pain education in each centre. Both interventions include an online session, an information leaflet and three one-to-one sessions. The primary outcome (pain), secondary outcomes (quality of life, perceived injustice and outcomes for cost-effectiveness analysis) and explanatory outcomes (pain phenotyping, sleep, fatigue and cognitive-emotional factors) will be assessed at baseline and at 0, 6, 12 and 24 months postintervention using self-reported questionnaires online. Treatment effects over time will be evaluated using linear mixed model analyses. Additionally, a cost-utility analysis will be done from a healthcare payer and societal perspective. ETHICS AND DISSEMINATION The ethical agreement was obtained from the Main Ethics Committee (B.U.N.1432020000068) at the University Hospital Brussels and all other participating hospitals. Study results will be disseminated through presentations, conferences, social media, press and journals. TRIAL REGISTRATION NUMBER NCT04730154.
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- Eva Roose
- Pain in Motion Research Group (PAIN), Department of Physiotherapy, Human Physiology and Anatomy, Faculty of Physical Education & Physiotherapy, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Brussels, Belgium
- REVAL Research Group, Universiteit Hasselt, Diepenbeek, Belgium
- Department of Physical Medicine and Physiotherapy, Universitair Ziekenhuis Brussel, Brussels, Belgium
- Rehabilitation Research Group, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Brussel, Belgium
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- Pain in Motion Research Group (PAIN), Department of Physiotherapy, Human Physiology and Anatomy, Faculty of Physical Education & Physiotherapy, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Brussels, Belgium
- Department of Physiotherapy, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Brussel, Belgium
- Research Foundation-Flanders, (FWO), Brussels, Belgium
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- Pain in Motion Research Group (PAIN), Department of Physiotherapy, Human Physiology and Anatomy, Faculty of Physical Education & Physiotherapy, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Brussels, Belgium
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- Pain in Motion Research Group (PAIN), Department of Physiotherapy, Human Physiology and Anatomy, Faculty of Physical Education & Physiotherapy, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Brussels, Belgium
- Research Foundation-Flanders, (FWO), Brussels, Belgium
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- Pain in Motion Research Group (PAIN), Department of Physiotherapy, Human Physiology and Anatomy, Faculty of Physical Education & Physiotherapy, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Brussels, Belgium
- Transcare Pain Transdisciplinary Pain Treatment Center, Groningen, Netherlands
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- Rehabilitation Research Group, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Brussel, Belgium
- Department of Rehabilitation Sciences and Physiotherapy, University of Antwerp, Antwerpen, Belgium
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- Pain in Motion Research Group (PAIN), Department of Physiotherapy, Human Physiology and Anatomy, Faculty of Physical Education & Physiotherapy, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Brussels, Belgium
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- Pain in Motion Research Group (PAIN), Department of Physiotherapy, Human Physiology and Anatomy, Faculty of Physical Education & Physiotherapy, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Brussels, Belgium
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- Pain in Motion Research Group (PAIN), Department of Physiotherapy, Human Physiology and Anatomy, Faculty of Physical Education & Physiotherapy, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Brussels, Belgium
- Department of Physical Medicine and Physiotherapy, Universitair Ziekenhuis Brussel, Brussels, Belgium
- Department of Health and Rehabilitation, Unit of Physiotherapy, Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Gotenburg, Sweden
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- Pain in Motion Research Group (PAIN), Department of Physiotherapy, Human Physiology and Anatomy, Faculty of Physical Education & Physiotherapy, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Brussels, Belgium
- Department of Physical Medicine and Physiotherapy, Universitair Ziekenhuis Brussel, Brussels, Belgium
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Petersen MA, Vachon H, Giesinger JM, Groenvold M. Development of standard computerised adaptive test (CAT) settings for the EORTC CAT Core. Qual Life Res 2024:10.1007/s11136-023-03576-x. [PMID: 38231438 DOI: 10.1007/s11136-023-03576-x] [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: 01/18/2024]
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AIMS Computerised adaptive test (CAT) provides individualised patient reported outcome measurement while retaining direct comparability of scores across patients and studies. Optimal CAT measurement requires an appropriate CAT-setting, the set of criteria defining the CAT including start item, item selection criterion, and stop criterion. The European Organisation for Research and Treatment of Cancer (EORTC) CAT Core allows for assessing the 14 functional and symptom domains covered by the EORTC QLQ-C30 questionnaire. The aim was to present a general approach for selecting CAT-settings and to use this to develop a portfolio of standard settings for the EORTC CAT Core optimised for different purposes and populations. METHODS Using simulations, the measurement properties of CATs of different length and precision were evaluated and compared allowing for identifying the most suitable settings. All CATs were initiated with the most informative QLQ-C30 item. For each domain two fixed-length and two fixed-precision standard CATs were selected focusing on efficiency (brief version) and precision (long), respectively. RESULTS The brief fixed-length CATs included 3-5 items each while the long versions included 5-8 items. The fixed-precision CATs aimed for reliability of 0.65-0.95 (brief versions) and 0.85-0.98 (long versions), respectively. Median sample size savings using the CATs compared to the QLQ-C30 scales ranged 20%-31%, although savings varied considerably across the domains. CONCLUSION The EORTC CAT Core standard settings simplify selection of relevant and appropriate CATs. The CATs prioritise either brevity and efficiency or precision, but all provide increased measurement precision and hence, reduced sample size requirements compared to the QLQ-C30 scales. The CATs may be used as they are or modified to accommodate specific requirements.
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- Morten Aa Petersen
- Palliative Care Research Unit, Department of Geriatrics and Palliative Medicine GP, Bispebjerg and Frederiksberg Hospital, University of Copenhagen, Bispebjerg Bakke 23B, 2400, Copenhagen NV, Denmark.
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- Quality of Life Department, European Organisation for Research and Treatment of Cancer, Brussels, Belgium
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- Department of Psychiatry, Psychotherapy, Psychosomatics, and Medical Psychology, Innsbruck Medical University, Innsbruck, Austria
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- Palliative Care Research Unit, Department of Geriatrics and Palliative Medicine GP, Bispebjerg and Frederiksberg Hospital, University of Copenhagen, Bispebjerg Bakke 23B, 2400, Copenhagen NV, Denmark
- Department of Public Health, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
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Bhaskaran D, Savage J, Patel A, Collinson F, Mant R, Boele F, Brazil L, Meade S, Buckle P, Lax S, Billingham L, Short SC. A randomised phase II trial of temozolomide with or without cannabinoids in patients with recurrent glioblastoma (ARISTOCRAT): protocol for a multi-centre, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial. BMC Cancer 2024; 24:83. [PMID: 38225549 PMCID: PMC10790538 DOI: 10.1186/s12885-023-11792-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/08/2023] [Accepted: 12/22/2023] [Indexed: 01/17/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Glioblastoma (GBM) is the most common adult malignant brain tumour, with an incidence of 5 per 100,000 per year in England. Patients with tumours showing O6-methylguanine-DNA methyltransferase (MGMT) promoter methylation represent around 40% of newly diagnosed GBM. Relapse/tumour recurrence is inevitable. There is no agreed standard treatment for patients with GBM, therefore, it is aimed at delaying further tumour progression and maintaining health-related quality of life (HRQoL). Limited clinical trial data exist using cannabinoids in combination with temozolomide (TMZ) in this setting, but early phase data demonstrate prolonged overall survival compared to TMZ alone, with few additional side effects. Jazz Pharmaceuticals (previously GW Pharma Ltd.) have developed nabiximols (trade name Sativex®), an oromucosal spray containing a blend of cannabis plant extracts, that we aim to assess for preliminary efficacy in patients with recurrent GBM. METHODS ARISTOCRAT is a phase II, multi-centre, double-blind, placebo-controlled, randomised trial to assess cannabinoids in patients with recurrent MGMT methylated GBM who are suitable for treatment with TMZ. Patients who have relapsed ≥ 3 months after completion of initial first-line treatment will be randomised 2:1 to receive either nabiximols or placebo in combination with TMZ. The primary outcome is overall survival time defined as the time in whole days from the date of randomisation to the date of death from any cause. Secondary outcomes include overall survival at 12 months, progression-free survival time, HRQoL (using patient reported outcomes from QLQ-C30, QLQ-BN20 and EQ-5D-5L questionnaires), and adverse events. DISCUSSION Patients with recurrent MGMT promoter methylated GBM represent a relatively good prognosis sub-group of patients with GBM. However, their median survival remains poor and, therefore, more effective treatments are needed. The phase II design of this trial was chosen, rather than phase III, due to the lack of data currently available on cannabinoid efficacy in this setting. A randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial will ensure an unbiased robust evaluation of the treatment and will allow potential expansion of recruitment into a phase III trial should the emerging phase II results warrant this development. TRIAL REGISTRATION ISRCTN: 11460478. CLINICALTRIALS Gov: NCT05629702.
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- Divyalakshmi Bhaskaran
- School of Medicine, University of Leeds, LS2 9JT, Leeds, UK
- Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, Leeds, UK
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- Cancer Research UK Clinical Trials Unit (CRCTU), Institute of Cancer & Genomic Sciences, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, UK
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- Cancer Research UK Clinical Trials Unit (CRCTU), Institute of Cancer & Genomic Sciences, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, UK
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- School of Medicine, University of Leeds, LS2 9JT, Leeds, UK
- Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, Leeds, UK
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- Cancer Research UK Clinical Trials Unit (CRCTU), Institute of Cancer & Genomic Sciences, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, UK
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- School of Medicine, University of Leeds, LS2 9JT, Leeds, UK
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- Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK
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- University Hospitals Birmingham Foundation Trust, Birmingham, UK
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- Cancer Research UK Clinical Trials Unit (CRCTU), Institute of Cancer & Genomic Sciences, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, UK
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- Cancer Research UK Clinical Trials Unit (CRCTU), Institute of Cancer & Genomic Sciences, University of Birmingham, Birmingham, UK
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- School of Medicine, University of Leeds, LS2 9JT, Leeds, UK.
- Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, Leeds, UK.
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Halms T, Strasser M, Hasan A, Rüther T, Trepel M, Raab S, Gertzen M. Smoking and quality of life in lung cancer patients: systematic review. BMJ Support Palliat Care 2024; 13:e686-e694. [PMID: 37607808 DOI: 10.1136/spcare-2023-004256] [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: 03/03/2023] [Accepted: 08/09/2023] [Indexed: 08/24/2023]
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OBJECTIVES Lung cancer (LC) accounts for the largest number of cancer deaths worldwide, with smoking being the leading cause for its development. While quality of life (QoL) is a crucial factor in the treatment of patients with LC, the impact of smoking status on QoL remains unclear. This systematic review aims to provide a comprehensive overview of available evidence on the relationship between smoking status and QoL among patients with LC. METHODS A systematic search of Embase, Medline and Web of Science was conducted. Studies reporting the impact of smoking status on QoL among patients with LC were eligible for inclusion. Two reviewers independently assessed the eligibility of studies, extracted data and evaluated the risk of bias using the Critical Appraisal Skills Programme appraisal tool for cohort studies. A descriptive synthesis was performed due to the heterogeneity of the studies. RESULTS A total of 23 studies met the inclusion criteria (17 studies providing cross-sectional and 6 longitudinal data). The studies included a total of 10 251 participants. The results suggested a tendency towards lower QoL among smokers compared with non-smokers. The effect of smoking cessation on QoL was insufficiently investigated in the included studies and therefore remains inconclusive. CONCLUSIONS The findings of this review suggest that current smokers may experience worse QoL than former and never smokers. The results of this systematic review should, however, be viewed in the context of the difficulty of data collection in this patient group given the low survival rates and low performance status, among other factors and in light of the large variety of different QoL measures used. Future research requires uniform QoL measures, a holistic representation of all patients with LC as well as a comprehensive consideration of all potential determinants of QoL. The potential benefits of smoking cessation on QoL among patients with LC require investigation.
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- Theresa Halms
- Department of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, Medical Faculty, University of Augsburg, Augsburg, Germany
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- Department of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, Medical Faculty, University of Augsburg, Augsburg, Germany
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- Department of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, Medical Faculty, University of Augsburg, Augsburg, Germany
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- Department of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, University Hospital, Ludwig‑Maximilians University Munich, Munich, Germany
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- Department of Hematology and Oncology, Medical Faculty, University of Augsburg, University Hospital Augsburg, Augsburg, Germany
- Comprehensive Cancer Center Augsburg (CCCA), Augsburg, Germany
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, University Hospital Augsburg, Augsburg, Germany
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- Department of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, Medical Faculty, University of Augsburg, Augsburg, Germany
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Oberhoff G, Schooren L, Vondran F, Kroh A, Koch A, Bednarsch J, Neumann UP, Schmitz SM, Alizai PH. Impairment of Nutritional Status and Quality of Life Following Minimal-Invasive Esophagectomy-A Prospective Cohort Analysis. Cancers (Basel) 2024; 16:266. [PMID: 38254757 PMCID: PMC10814124 DOI: 10.3390/cancers16020266] [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] [Received: 11/22/2023] [Revised: 12/25/2023] [Accepted: 01/05/2024] [Indexed: 01/24/2024] Open
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Minimal-invasive resection of the esophagus for esophageal cancer has led to a relevant decrease in postoperative morbidity. Postoperatively, patients still suffer from surgical and adjuvant therapy-related symptoms impairing nutrition and quality of life. The aim of this study was to evaluate the nutritional status and associated symptoms six months after esophagectomy. Patients who attended follow-up examination six months after minimal-invasive esophagectomy were included. Blood and fecal tests, quality of life surveys (QLQ-C30 and QLQ-OG25) and nutritional risk screening (NRS) were performed. Twenty-four patients participated. The mean weight loss was 11 kg. A significant decrease in vitamin B12 (737 to 467 pg/mL; p = 0.033), ferritin (302 to 126 ng/mL; p = 0.012) and haptoglobin (227 to 152 mg/dL; p = 0.025) was found. In total, 47% of the patients had an impaired pancreatic function (fecal elastase < 500 µg/g). Physical (72 to 58; p = 0.034) and social functioning (67 to 40; p = 0.022) was significantly diminished, while self-reported global health status remained stable (52 to 54). The number of patients screened and found to be in need of nutritional support according to NRS score decreased slightly (59% to 52%). After MIE, patients should be meticulously monitored for nutritional status after surgery.
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- Grace Oberhoff
- Uniklinik Aachen, General-, Visceral- and Transplant Surgery, Pauwelsstr. 30, 52074 Aachen, Germany; (G.O.); (F.V.); (A.K.); (P.H.A.)
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- Uniklinik Aachen, General-, Visceral- and Transplant Surgery, Pauwelsstr. 30, 52074 Aachen, Germany; (G.O.); (F.V.); (A.K.); (P.H.A.)
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- Uniklinik Aachen, General-, Visceral- and Transplant Surgery, Pauwelsstr. 30, 52074 Aachen, Germany; (G.O.); (F.V.); (A.K.); (P.H.A.)
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- Uniklinik Aachen, General-, Visceral- and Transplant Surgery, Pauwelsstr. 30, 52074 Aachen, Germany; (G.O.); (F.V.); (A.K.); (P.H.A.)
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- Uniklinik Aachen, Gastroenterology, Metabolic Diseases and Internal Intensive Care Medicine, Pauwelsstr. 30, 52074 Aachen, Germany;
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- Uniklinik Essen, General-, Visceral- and Transplant Surgery, Hufelandstr. 55, 45147 Essen, Germany; (J.B.); (U.P.N.)
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- Uniklinik Essen, General-, Visceral- and Transplant Surgery, Hufelandstr. 55, 45147 Essen, Germany; (J.B.); (U.P.N.)
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- Uniklinik Aachen, General-, Visceral- and Transplant Surgery, Pauwelsstr. 30, 52074 Aachen, Germany; (G.O.); (F.V.); (A.K.); (P.H.A.)
- Uniklinik Essen, General-, Visceral- and Transplant Surgery, Hufelandstr. 55, 45147 Essen, Germany; (J.B.); (U.P.N.)
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- Uniklinik Aachen, General-, Visceral- and Transplant Surgery, Pauwelsstr. 30, 52074 Aachen, Germany; (G.O.); (F.V.); (A.K.); (P.H.A.)
- Gemeinschaftskrankenhaus Bonn, General- and Visceral Surgery, Prinz-Albert-Str. 40, 53113 Bonn, Germany
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Biran A, Dobson C, Rees C, Brooks-Pearson R, Cunliffe A, Durrant L, Hancock J, Ludlow H, Neilson L, Wilson A, Sharp L. From pelvic radiation to social isolation: a qualitative study of survivors' experiences of chronic bowel symptoms after pelvic radiotherapy. J Cancer Surviv 2024:10.1007/s11764-023-01527-6. [PMID: 38182936 DOI: 10.1007/s11764-023-01527-6] [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] [Received: 10/09/2023] [Accepted: 12/20/2023] [Indexed: 01/07/2024]
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PURPOSE We explored survivors' experiences of chronic bowel symptoms following pelvic radiotherapy, strategies employed in living with these symptoms, effects on daily activities, and roles at home and in the workplace. METHODS Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 28 individuals (10 gynaecological, 14 prostate, four anal/rectal cancer survivors) who had completed pelvic radiotherapy at least six months prior to data collection and who had experience of bowel symptoms during this post-treatment period. Reflexive thematic analysis was undertaken. RESULTS We propose four themes describing a process leading from experience of symptoms to withdrawal from activities and roles. These are (1) losing control (the experience of unintended anal leakage or discharge); (2) experiencing embarrassment and fear (the experience of embarrassment or fear of embarrassment as a result of discharge becoming public); (3) managing and reacting (acting to reduce the likelihood of discharge or to prevent this becoming public); and (4) restriction and withdrawal (avoiding specific activities or situations so as to reduce or remove the risk of embarrassment). Returning to the workplace presented additional challenges across these themes. CONCLUSIONS Impacts of chronic bowel symptoms can be severe. Survivors employ a variety of methods and strategies in living with their symptoms. Some of these support continued role fulfilment but some constitute a withdrawal from pre-treatment roles. Current healthcare provision and statutory protections fail to fully meet needs following pelvic radiotherapy. IMPLICATIONS FOR CANCER SURVIVORS There is a need to develop and implement evidence-based services and supported self-management programmes for survivors experiencing chronic bowel problems post-radiotherapy.
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- A Biran
- Population Health Sciences Institute, Newcastle University, Newcastle Upon Tyne, UK
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- Population Health Sciences Institute, Newcastle University, Newcastle Upon Tyne, UK
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- Population Health Sciences Institute, Newcastle University, Newcastle Upon Tyne, UK
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- Northern Centre for Cancer Care, The Newcastle Upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Newcastle Upon Tyne, UK
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- South East London Cancer Alliance, London, UK
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- Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, Taunton, UK
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- North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust, Stockton-On-Tees, UK
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- Cardiff & Vale University Health Board, Cardiff, UK
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- Department of Gastroenterology, South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust, South Shields, UK
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- The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK
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- Population Health Sciences Institute, Newcastle University, Newcastle Upon Tyne, UK.
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Ajani J, El Hajbi F, Cunningham D, Alsina M, Thuss-Patience P, Scagliotti GV, Van den Eynde M, Kim SB, Kato K, Shen L, Li L, Ding N, Shi J, Barnes G, Van Cutsem E. Tislelizumab versus chemotherapy as second-line treatment for European and North American patients with advanced or metastatic esophageal squamous cell carcinoma: a subgroup analysis of the randomized phase III RATIONALE-302 study. ESMO Open 2024; 9:102202. [PMID: 38118368 PMCID: PMC10837773 DOI: 10.1016/j.esmoop.2023.102202] [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: 07/07/2023] [Revised: 11/22/2023] [Accepted: 11/22/2023] [Indexed: 12/22/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The phase III RATIONALE-302 study evaluated tislelizumab, an anti-programmed cell death protein 1 antibody, as second-line (2L) treatment for advanced/metastatic esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (ESCC). This prespecified exploratory analysis investigated outcomes in patients from Europe and North America (Europe/North America subgroup). PATIENTS AND METHODS Patients with tumor progression during/after first-line systemic treatment were randomized 1 : 1 to open-label tislelizumab or investigator's choice of chemotherapy (paclitaxel, docetaxel, or irinotecan). RESULTS The Europe/North America subgroup comprised 108 patients (tislelizumab: n = 55; chemotherapy: n = 53). Overall survival (OS) was prolonged with tislelizumab versus chemotherapy (median: 11.2 versus 6.3 months), with a hazard ratio (HR) of 0.55 [95% confidence interval (CI) 0.35-0.87]; HR was similar irrespective of programmed death-ligand 1 score [≥10%: 0.47 (95% CI 0.18-1.21); <10%: 0.55 (95% CI 0.30-1.01)]. Median progression-free survival was 2.3 versus 2.7 months with tislelizumab versus chemotherapy [HR: 0.97 (95% CI 0.64-1.47)]. Overall response rate was greater with tislelizumab (20.0%) versus chemotherapy (11.3%), with more durable response (median duration of response: 5.1 versus 2.1 months). Tislelizumab had a favorable safety profile versus chemotherapy, with fewer patients experiencing ≥grade 3 treatment-related adverse events (13.0% versus 51.0%). Those on tislelizumab experienced less deterioration in health-related quality of life, physical functioning, and/or disease- and treatment-related symptoms (i.e. fatigue, pain, and eating problems) as compared to those on chemotherapy, per the European Organisation for Research and Treatment of Cancer Quality of Life Questionnaire-Core 30 (QLQ-C30) and QLQ-OES18 scores. CONCLUSIONS As a 2L therapy for advanced/metastatic ESCC, tislelizumab improved OS and had a favorable safety profile as compared to chemotherapy in European/North American ESCC patients in the randomized phase III RATIONALE-302 study.
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- J Ajani
- Department of Gastrointestinal Medical Oncology, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, USA
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- Department of Gastro-intestinal Oncology, Oscar Lambert Center, Lille, France
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- Department of Oncology, Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Vall d'Hebron Institute of Oncology (VHIO), Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Hematology, Oncology and Tumor Immunology, Campus Virchow-Klinikum, Charité-University Medicine Berlin, Berlin, Germany
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- Department of Oncology, University of Torino, Orbassano, Torino, Italy
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- Department of Medical Oncology and Hepato-gastroenterology, Institut Roi Albert II, Cliniques Universitaires Saint-Luc/Université Catholique De Louvain (Uclouvain), Brussels, Belgium
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- Department of Oncology, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, South Korea
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Medical Oncology, National Cancer Center Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Oncology, Key Laboratory of Carcinogenesis and Translational Research (Ministry of Education/Beijing), Peking University Cancer Hospital & Institute, Beijing, China
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- BeiGene, Ltd., Zhongguancun Life Science Park, Beijing, China
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- BeiGene, Ltd., Zhongguancun Life Science Park, Beijing, China
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- BeiGene, Ltd., Zhongguancun Life Science Park, Beijing, China
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- Digestive Oncology, University Hospitals Gasthuisberg Leuven and KULeuven, Leuven, Belgium.
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Lau J, Khoo AMG, Luo N, Tan KK. Health-related quality of life thresholds of clinical importance at diagnosis can predict longitudinal post-operative health functioning in colorectal cancer patients: A prospective multicentre observational study. EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF SURGICAL ONCOLOGY 2024; 50:107291. [PMID: 38064864 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejso.2023.107291] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/30/2023] [Revised: 10/15/2023] [Accepted: 11/17/2023] [Indexed: 01/16/2024]
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BACKGROUND Health-related quality of life (HRQOL) is an increasingly important outcome in colorectal cancer (CRC) treatment. Established thresholds for clinical importance (TCI) permit an absolute interpretation of HRQOL scores but less emphasis has been placed on whether these can be used in a predictive manner. This study aimed to examine if patients' baseline HRQOL functioning scores, subgrouped based on TCI, would significantly predict HRQOL over time. METHODS 211 CRC patients were prospectively followed up from diagnosis to 18 months after surgery. Patients were administered the EORTC Core Quality of Life Questionnaire (EORTC QLQ-C30) at each timepoint. Baseline demographic and clinical data were extracted from electronic medical records. RESULTS Only the physical and emotional functioning scales of the EORTC QLQ-C30 were utilised with their respective TCIs (score of ≤83 for physical; ≤71 for emotional). Physical functioning was below-threshold for most patients at pre-discharge (81.77 %) and 1-month (56.48 %) before stabilising to baseline proportions by 6-month. For emotional functioning, 22.04 %-30.98 % of patients were below-threshold between baseline to 3-month, stabilising to approximately 14.00 % after 6-month. Baseline TCI subgrouping was significantly associated with change in HRQOL scores over time for both the physical (β = 14.09, 95 % CI: 8.22, 19.97) and emotional (β = 25.66, 95 % CI: 18.79, 32.53) functioning scales (p < 0.01). CONCLUSION EORTC QLQ-C30 TCIs can be utilised not just to concretely identify clinically significant impairments in presenting CRC patients, but also as potential predictive tools towards more value-driven delivery of pre- and post-surgical supportive and allied healthcare.
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- Jerrald Lau
- Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore; Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health, National University of Singapore, Singapore
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- Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health, National University of Singapore, Singapore
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- Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore; Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health, National University of Singapore, Singapore; Department of Surgery, National University Hospital, Singapore.
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Pieramico S, Castro R, Aguiar S, Bismarck F, Ferreira D, Carvalho J, Quinta Gomes AL, Nobre P. A systematic review on the efficacy of CBT interventions for the mental and sexual health of survivors of prostate cancer. Sex Med Rev 2023; 12:48-58. [PMID: 37286525 DOI: 10.1093/sxmrev/qead024] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/19/2022] [Revised: 04/24/2023] [Accepted: 05/07/2023] [Indexed: 06/09/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Prostate cancer (PCa) is the second-most frequently diagnosed oncologic condition among biological men, affecting physical and psychological well-being, as well as sexual health and quality of life. Prior research has shown that cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) can be effective in addressing a range of psychological and sexual problems but also in improving the sexual and mental health of survivors of PCa. OBJECTIVES This systematic review aimed to methodically research and summarize results concerning the efficacy of CBT in the mental and sexual health of survivors of PCa. METHODS A systematic search was carried out via electronic databases until August 2022 (EBSCO, MEDLINE, Cochrane Library, and Web of Science). By combining specific search words and following the PRISMA checklist, we identified 15 eligible articles among 8616 initial records. RESULTS Four studies showed evidence of intervention efficacy for the improvement of sexual health, specifically for overall sexual function, erectile function, sexual desire, and sexual satisfaction. Eight studies found intervention efficacy for the improvement of mental health dimensions, such as psychological distress, depressive symptoms, anxiety, and quality of life. CONCLUSION There is evidence that CBT interventions have the potential to effectively promote mental and sexual health in survivors of PCa, but further research comprising larger and more diverse populations is needed. Future studies should focus on understanding mechanisms of change through CBT interventions to ensure the mental and sexual health of survivors of PCa.
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- Sonia Pieramico
- CPUP: Center for Psychology of Porto University, Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences, Porto University, Porto 4200-135, Portugal
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- CPUP: Center for Psychology of Porto University, Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences, Porto University, Porto 4200-135, Portugal
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- CPUP: Center for Psychology of Porto University, Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences, Porto University, Porto 4200-135, Portugal
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- CPUP: Center for Psychology of Porto University, Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences, Porto University, Porto 4200-135, Portugal
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- CPUP: Center for Psychology of Porto University, Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences, Porto University, Porto 4200-135, Portugal
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- CPUP: Center for Psychology of Porto University, Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences, Porto University, Porto 4200-135, Portugal
- William James Center for Research, Departamento de Educação e Psicologia, Universidade de Aveiro, Aveiro 3810-193, Portugal
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- CPUP: Center for Psychology of Porto University, Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences, Porto University, Porto 4200-135, Portugal
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- CPUP: Center for Psychology of Porto University, Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences, Porto University, Porto 4200-135, Portugal
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Grieb N, Schmierer L, Kim HU, Strobel S, Schulz C, Meschke T, Kubasch AS, Brioli A, Platzbecker U, Neumuth T, Merz M, Oeser A. A digital twin model for evidence-based clinical decision support in multiple myeloma treatment. Front Digit Health 2023; 5:1324453. [PMID: 38173909 PMCID: PMC10761485 DOI: 10.3389/fdgth.2023.1324453] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/19/2023] [Accepted: 12/05/2023] [Indexed: 01/05/2024] Open
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The treatment landscape for multiple myeloma (MM) has experienced substantial progress over the last decade. Despite the efficacy of new substances, patient responses tend to still be highly unpredictable. With increasing cognitive burden that is introduced through a complex and evolving treatment landscape, data-driven assistance tools are becoming more and more popular. Model-based approaches, such as digital twins (DT), enable simulation of probable responses to a set of input parameters based on retrospective observations. In the context of treatment decision-support, those mechanisms serve the goal to predict therapeutic outcomes to distinguish a favorable option from a potential failure. In the present work, we propose a similarity-based multiple myeloma digital twin (MMDT) that emphasizes explainability and interpretability in treatment outcome evaluation. We've conducted a requirement specification process using scientific literature from the medical and methodological domains to derive an architectural blueprint for the design and implementation of the MMDT. In a subsequent stage, we've implemented a four-layer concept where for each layer, we describe the utilized implementation procedure and interfaces to the surrounding DT environment. We further specify our solutions regarding the adoption of multi-line treatment strategies, the integration of external evidence and knowledge, as well as mechanisms to enable transparency in the data processing logic. Furthermore, we define an initial evaluation scenario in the context of patient characterization and treatment outcome simulation as an exemplary use case for our MMDT. Our derived MMDT instance is defined by 475 unique entities connected through 438 edges to form a MM knowledge graph. Using the MMRF CoMMpass real-world evidence database and a sample MM case, we processed a complete outcome assessment. The output shows a valid selection of potential treatment strategies for the integrated medical case and highlights the potential of the MMDT to be used for such applications. DT models face significant challenges in development, including availability of clinical data to algorithmically derive clinical decision support, as well as trustworthiness of the evaluated treatment options. We propose a collaborative approach that mitigates the regulatory and ethical concerns that are broadly discussed when automated decision-making tools are to be included into clinical routine.
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- Nora Grieb
- Innovation Center Computer Assisted Surgery (ICCAS), University of Leipzig, Leipzig, Germany
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- Innovation Center Computer Assisted Surgery (ICCAS), University of Leipzig, Leipzig, Germany
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- Innovation Center Computer Assisted Surgery (ICCAS), University of Leipzig, Leipzig, Germany
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- Innovation Center Computer Assisted Surgery (ICCAS), University of Leipzig, Leipzig, Germany
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- Innovation Center Computer Assisted Surgery (ICCAS), University of Leipzig, Leipzig, Germany
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- Innovation Center Computer Assisted Surgery (ICCAS), University of Leipzig, Leipzig, Germany
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- Department of Hematology, Hemostaseology, Cellular Therapy and Infectiology, University Hospital of Leipzig, Leipzig, Germany
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- Clinic of Internal Medicine C, Hematology and Oncology, Stem Cell Transplantation and Palliative Care, Greifswald University Medicine, Greifswald, Germany
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- Department of Hematology, Hemostaseology, Cellular Therapy and Infectiology, University Hospital of Leipzig, Leipzig, Germany
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- Innovation Center Computer Assisted Surgery (ICCAS), University of Leipzig, Leipzig, Germany
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- Department of Hematology, Hemostaseology, Cellular Therapy and Infectiology, University Hospital of Leipzig, Leipzig, Germany
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- Innovation Center Computer Assisted Surgery (ICCAS), University of Leipzig, Leipzig, Germany
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Cuomo A. Fentanyl in cancer pain management: avoiding hasty judgments and discerning its potential benefits. Drugs Context 2023; 12:2023-10-2. [PMID: 38148830 PMCID: PMC10751104 DOI: 10.7573/dic.2023-10-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/04/2023] [Accepted: 11/14/2023] [Indexed: 12/28/2023] Open
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Cancer pain is an important challenge in treatment and requires a rapid onset of action for its control. In particular, breakthrough cancer pain (BTcP) should be adequately controlled with a stable dose of a short-acting oral opioid. Fentanyl is a synthetic, highly selective opioid with many advantageous chemical properties, including high lipophilicity and distinct pharmacokinetic properties. It is recommended for pain management in a variety of settings, including acute pain, chronic pain and BTcP. To date, its variously designed formulations allow non-invasive administration; amongst others, sublingual fentanyl has proven useful in the management of BTcP and in improving the quality of life of patients with cancer. This review provides an update on the management of BTcP with fentanyl, with consideration of safety, as it remains an important tool in the treatment of cancer pain.
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- Arturo Cuomo
- Istituto Nazionale dei Tumori, IRCCS Fondazione G. Pascale, Naples,
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Laane E, Salek S, Oliva EN, Bennink C, Clavreul S, Richardson PG, Scheid C, Weisel K, Ionova T. Guidelines for the Use and Reporting of Patient-Reported Outcomes in Multiple Myeloma Clinical Trials. Cancers (Basel) 2023; 15:5764. [PMID: 38136310 PMCID: PMC10741926 DOI: 10.3390/cancers15245764] [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: 11/06/2023] [Revised: 11/28/2023] [Accepted: 12/06/2023] [Indexed: 12/24/2023] Open
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In the era of personalized medicine there is an increasing need for the assessment of patient-reported outcomes (PROs) to become a standard of patient care. Patient-reported outcome measures (PROM) are important in assessing significant and meaningful changes as a result of an intervention based on a patient's own perspective. It is well established that active multiple myeloma (MM) can be characterized by a high burden of disease and treatment-related symptoms, with considerable worsening of quality of life (QoL). In general, and over the past decade, the focus has shifted to obtaining the most durable remissions with the best QoL as primary goals for MM treatment. Patients place considerable value on their QoL and communicating about QoL data prior to treatment decisions allows them to make informed treatment choices. Consequently, optimization of QoL of patients with MM is an important therapeutic goal and the incorporation of PROs into clinical trials has the potential of improving treatment outcomes. In this regard, guidance for the use and reporting of PROMs in MM in clinical trials is warranted. Under the auspices of the European Hematology Association, evidence-based guidelines for the use and reporting of PROs in patients with MM have been developed according to the EHA's core Guidelines Development Methodology. This document provides general considerations for the choice of PROMs in MM clinical trials as well as a series of recommendations covering a selection of PROMs in MM clinical trials; the mode of administration; timing of assessments; strategies to minimize missing data; sample size calculation; reporting of results; and interpretation of results.
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- Edward Laane
- Hematology-Oncology Clinic, Tartu University, 50406 Tartu, Estonia
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- School of Life and Medical Sciences, University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield AL10 9AB, UK;
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- U.O.C. Ematologia, Grande Ospedale Metropolitano Bianchi Melacrino Morelli, 89124 Reggio di Calabria, Italy;
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- Department of Hematology, Erasmus University Medical Center, 3015 GD Rotterdam, The Netherlands;
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- Jerome Lipper Multiple Myeloma Center, Dana Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA 02215, USA;
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- Department of Internal Medicine I, University of Cologne, 50923 Cologne, Germany;
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- Department of Hematology, Oncology and Bone Marrow Transplantation with Section of Pneumology, University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf, 20246 Hamburg, Germany;
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- Quality of Life Unit, Saint Petersburg State University Hospital, 190103 Saint Petersburg, Russia;
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Manoharan D, Thompson KG, Gage D, Scott JF. An organizational framework for patient-reported outcome instruments in dermatologic surgery: a systematic review and qualitative analysis. Arch Dermatol Res 2023; 316:15. [PMID: 38047921 DOI: 10.1007/s00403-023-02738-8] [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: 04/30/2023] [Revised: 04/30/2023] [Accepted: 09/16/2023] [Indexed: 12/05/2023]
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Patient-reported outcomes (PROs) describe measures of a patient's experience throughout medical care as reported by the patient (Mercieca-Bebber et al. in Patient Relat Outcome Meas, 2018). Various PRO instruments exist. It is challenging to select appropriate instruments given the absence of an organizational framework which describes all measurable PROs in dermatologic surgery and represents which instruments measure which outcomes. Our objective was to systematically review all validated PRO instruments in dermatologic surgery and use qualitative analysis to develop an organizational framework representing PRO measures and instruments. PubMed/MEDLINE, Embase, CINAHL, PsycINFO, and Cochrane databases were searched to retrieve validated PRO instruments in the dermatologic surgery population. The constant comparative method of qualitative analysis was used to develop an organizational framework representing all PROs in dermatologic surgery. All instruments were sorted into this framework. The search identified 3195 articles; 35 validated instruments were extracted and qualitatively analyzed. The organizational framework sorted all instruments into 36 PRO measures aligned with the National Institutes of Health Patient-Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System (Gershon RC, Rothrock N, Hanrahan R, et al (2010) The use of PROMIS and assessment center to deliver patient-reported outcome measures in clinical research). Measures were grouped into four categories (expectations, satisfaction, quality of life, needs) describing how patients experience these outcomes and lenses through which researchers can evaluate them. In conclusion, we have proposed an organizational framework for use in choosing validated instruments to develop and answer PRO research questions.
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- Divya Manoharan
- Department of Dermatology, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, 733 N Broadway, Baltimore, MD, 21287, USA.
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- Department of Dermatology, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, 733 N Broadway, Baltimore, MD, 21287, USA
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- University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- Department of Dermatology, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, 733 N Broadway, Baltimore, MD, 21287, USA
- Clinical Skin Center of Northern Virginia, Fairfax, VA, USA
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Wang M, Xu Y, Wu Y, Liu C, Chen Y, Hua D, Liu Q. Evaluating the efficacy of auricular acupuncture for chemotherapy-induced taste alterations: A pilot randomized controlled trial. Eur J Oncol Nurs 2023; 67:102458. [PMID: 37951073 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejon.2023.102458] [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: 08/01/2023] [Revised: 10/06/2023] [Accepted: 10/27/2023] [Indexed: 11/13/2023]
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PURPOSE Irrespective of the development of acupuncture-based interventions, clinical evidence regarding their efficacy remains controversial owing to issues with the study design and an unclear risk of bias. This study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of auricular acupuncture in managing taste alterations in patients with cancer undergoing platinum-based chemotherapy. METHODS We conducted a pilot randomized controlled trial involving 73 patients randomly assigned to an auricular acupuncture or a control group. The primary outcome was the severity of chemotherapy-induced taste alterations, and the secondary outcomes included quality of life and negative emotions of the patients. RESULTS A total of 49 participants completed the study. Compared to the control group, patients in the auricular acupuncture group showed significant reductions in discomfort, general taste alterations, and total scores on the Chemotherapy-induced Taste Alteration Scale (all p < 0.05). Furthermore, we observed significant improvements in quality of life, including physical function (p = 0.007), role function (p = 0.006), emotional function (p = 0.016), nausea and vomiting (p = 0.021), appetite loss (p = 0.046), and significant improvements in anxiety and depression (p < 0.01). CONCLUSIONS Our findings suggest that auricular acupuncture may be a beneficial intervention for managing chemotherapy-induced taste alterations in patients with cancer receiving platinum-based chemotherapy. It may also contribute to improvements in quality of life and negative emotions. However, these results are preliminary, and further evaluation with larger randomized controlled trials is necessary.
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- Meng Wang
- Wuxi School of Medicine, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, Jiangsu Province, China.
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- Department of Oncology, Affiliated Hospital of Jiangnan University, Wuxi, China.
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- Wuxi School of Medicine, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, Jiangsu Province, China.
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- Department of Epidemiology and Statistics, Bengbu Medical College, Bengbu, China.
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- Department of Oncology, Affiliated Hospital of Jiangnan University, Wuxi, China.
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- Department of Oncology, Wuxi People's Hospital Affiliated to Nanjing Medical University, Wuxi, China.
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- Department of Oncology, Affiliated Hospital of Jiangnan University, Wuxi, China.
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Silva T, Wagler A, Nelson D, O'Connor V. Quality of life after pancreatoduodenectomy: Is the outcome predetermined by the diagnosis? J Surg Oncol 2023; 128:1080-1086. [PMID: 37589271 DOI: 10.1002/jso.27417] [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: 05/04/2023] [Revised: 07/11/2023] [Accepted: 07/29/2023] [Indexed: 08/18/2023]
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BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVES Non-physiological factors tied to the disease process may drive the diminished quality of life (QoL) after pancreatoduodenectomy (PD). We compared postoperative QoL among patients undergoing PD for either benign or malignant pathology. METHODS From 2012 to 2021, 228 patients underwent PD in a large healthcare system. Eighty-two patients (36.0%) were interviewed using the EORTC QLQ-C30 questionnaire. A minimum of 6 months after surgery was required for the survey. QoL outcomes were compared based on diagnosis (benign vs. malignant). RESULTS Patient mean age was 65 years (21-82), and forty-seven (57%) were men. Most patients underwent surgery for cancer, 76% (n = 62). Grade B postoperative pancreatic fistula incidence was higher in benign cases (30% vs. 6.5%, p = 0.024). Weight loss was more common in malignancy (79% vs. 50%, p = 0.016). Carcinoma patients felt less useful, hopeful, reported less control of their life and certainty of the future, and were less satisfied with their appearance. Carcinoma patients also reported diminished memory, fear of relapse, and greater financial burden. CONCLUSIONS Long-term QoL is inferior in PD patients with carcinoma and is driven by the psychological and socioeconomic implications of malignancy. Supportive resources for pancreas cancer patients should be evaluated and optimized.
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- Trevor Silva
- Department of Surgery, Riverside University Health System, Moreno Valley, California, USA
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- Department of Mathematical Sciences, The University of Texas at El Paso, El Paso, Texas, USA
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- Department of Surgery, William Beaumont Army Medical Center, El Paso, Texas, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles, Los Angeles, California, USA
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Schultz EB, Zubac D, Bloch W, Baurecht H, Rickert J, Baumann FT. Moderate Intensity Exercise Reduces Side Effects of Cancer Therapy and Maintains Cardiorespiratory Fitness in Male Breast Cancer Patients: Findings from the BRECA Male Crossover Study. Breast Care (Basel) 2023; 18:483-492. [PMID: 38130815 PMCID: PMC10731027 DOI: 10.1159/000534090] [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: 03/02/2023] [Accepted: 09/11/2023] [Indexed: 12/23/2023] Open
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Introduction There is growing evidence that aerobic exercise mitigates cancer therapy-related side effects and improves cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF). However, to the best of our knowledge, no exercise study has been conducted in male breast cancer (MBC) patients. The aim of this study was to investigate the feasibility and efficacy of different exercise intensities on CRF and self-reported questionnaire items in MBC patients. Methods Twenty-two MBC patients (60 ± 9 years) participated in this randomized crossover study. After completion of medical treatment, MBC patients were randomly assigned to either moderate (40-50% of heart rate [HR] max. and self-perceived exertion: 11) or vigorous (70-80% of HR max. and self-perceived exertion: 15) exercise intensity during the first 3 months of the study. After a 1-month washout period, participants switched group assignments. Primary endpoints were CRF and questionnaire items. Results We observed a dropout rate of 36% over 7 months, with the number of participants decreasing from 22 to 14. The results showed significant improvements in "Physical Function" (p = 0.037) and "Social Function" (p = 0.016) after moderate training. A non-significant improvement was also observed in "Breast Symptoms" (p = 0.095), but there was no change in "Fatigue" (p = 0.306). There were no differences observed in cardiovascular fitness (V̇O2 peak) between the treatment groups. Conclusion This study emphasizes the effectiveness of exercise intervention for an exceedingly rare cancer, highlighting the vital role of moderate intensity aerobic exercise in mitigating treatment side effects. Despite minimal peak V̇O2 differences, both exercise protocols adequately sustain CRF. Future studies are imperative to design optimized, sex-specific rehabilitation strategies tailored to the unique requirements of MBC patients, advancing our understanding of this under explored realm.
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- Eva B. Schultz
- Department Section Molecular and Cellular Sport Medicine, German Sport University Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- Department I of Internal Medicine, Center for Integrated Oncology Aachen Bonn Cologne Duesseldorf, University of Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- Department Section Molecular and Cellular Sport Medicine, German Sport University Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- Department for Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine, University of Regensburg, Regensburg, Germany
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- Department Section Molecular and Cellular Sport Medicine, German Sport University Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- Department I of Internal Medicine, Center for Integrated Oncology Aachen Bonn Cologne Duesseldorf, University of Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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Shawahna R, Amer R, Salameh H, Shawahna AR, Aljondy M, Zain-Aldain M. Predictors of health-related quality of life of the patients treated for MM: the first study in the Palestinian healthcare system. Ann Hematol 2023; 102:3543-3554. [PMID: 37801084 DOI: 10.1007/s00277-023-05482-1] [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: 07/03/2023] [Accepted: 09/25/2023] [Indexed: 10/07/2023]
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Little studies were conducted to assess the health -related quality of life (HR-QoL) of patients with multiple myeloma (MM) in developing and resource-limited countries. This study assessed the HR-QoL of patients with MM who received treatment in the Palestinian healthcare system as an example of healthcare systems in developing and resource-limited countries. Predictors of deteriorated HR-QoL of the affected patients were also identified. In this cross-sectional study, the tool was a questionnaire that collected the demographic and disease variables of the patients. The questionnaire also contained the EORTC QLQ-MY24 items. The questionnaire was piloted to ensure readability, clarity, and comprehensibility. Additionally, the test-retest reliability and internal consistency were also assessed. In this study, 45.5% of patients with MM who were treated in the Palestinian healthcare system returned usable questionnaires. The mean age of the patients was 60.7 ± 7.5 years and the mean time elapsed since diagnosis was 2.6 ± 1.7 years. Of the patients, 54.3%, 47.8%, 46.7%, 66.3%, 46.7%, and 46.7% reported frequent bone pain, pain that increased with activity, back pain, feeling ill, lost hair, and feeling restless or agitated, respectively. Higher disease symptom scores were predicted by low self-rated satisfaction with the ability to do daily life activities and low self-rated satisfaction with overall health. The side effects of treatment scores were predicted by longer time elapsed since diagnosis and low self-rated satisfaction with overall health. Future perspective scores were predicted by low self-rated satisfaction with overall health. On the other hand, social support scores were predicted by having a university education and not receiving radiotherapy. Patients with MM who were treated in the Palestinian healthcare system reported a heavy burden of disease symptoms, treatment adverse effects, and dissatisfaction with the information they received about their disease. The findings reported in this study are informative to hemato-oncologists and other healthcare providers who care for patients with MM in Palestine and other developing and resource-limited countries. Policymakers might use the findings reported in this study to design interventions to improve the HR-QoL of the patients.
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- Ramzi Shawahna
- Department of Physiology, Pharmacology and Toxicology, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, An-Najah National University, New Campus, Building: 19, Office: 1340, P.O. Box 7, Nablus, Palestine.
- Clinical Research Center, An-Najah National University Hospital, Nablus, 44839, Palestine.
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- Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, An-Najah National University, P.O. Box 7, Nablus, Palestine
- Hematology and Oncology, An-Najah National University Hospital, Nablus, 44839, Palestine
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- Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, An-Najah National University, P.O. Box 7, Nablus, Palestine.
- Hematology and Oncology, An-Najah National University Hospital, Nablus, 44839, Palestine.
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- Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, An-Najah National University, P.O. Box 7, Nablus, Palestine
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- Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, An-Najah National University, P.O. Box 7, Nablus, Palestine
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- Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, An-Najah National University, P.O. Box 7, Nablus, Palestine
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Chai M, Yu J, Liang P. Trajectory analysis of microwave ablation treatment effect on the quality of life and emotional distress in patients with papillary thyroid cancer. Endocrine 2023; 82:602-612. [PMID: 37480495 DOI: 10.1007/s12020-023-03451-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/03/2023] [Accepted: 07/06/2023] [Indexed: 07/24/2023]
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PURPOSE Trajectory changes of quality of life (QOL) and psychological status in patients with T1N0M0 papillary thyroid cancer (PTC) after microwave ablation (MWA) treatment. METHODS Patients with T1N0M0 PTC who underwent MWA from March to August 2021 were included in this study. Patients completed the European Organisation for Research and Treatment of Cancer questionnaire (QLQ-C30), Thyroid Cancer-Specific Quality of Life Questionnaire (THYCA-QOL) and Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS) at baseline, 3 months, 6 months, 9 months and 12 months after MWA. RESULTS 181 patients were enrolled in this study. All patients met a minimum of 12 months of follow-up. The QOL at baseline and 12 months after MWA were 14.95 ± 1.78 and 14.19 ± 1.73 (P < 0.01), respectively. Patients' anxiety was 3.33 ± 1.81 and 1.49 ± 2.14 (P < 0.01), respectively. Patients' depression was 2.14 ± 2.10 and 1.40 ± 2.22 (P < 0.01), respectively. In the trajectory analysis, 73%, 19% and 8% of patients achieved significant improvement, slight improvement and stable in QOL, respectively, with older, female, lower education and lower monthly income as the risk factors of QOL. 63%, 31% and 6% of patients achieved significant improvement, slight improvement and stable in anxiety, respectively, with younger, female, lower education, lower monthly income, unmarried or divorced and higher T3, T4 levels as the risk factors of anxiety. 72%, 21% and 7% of patients achieved significant improvement, slight improvement and stable in depression, respectively, with younger, lower monthly income and unmarried or divorced as the risk factors of depression. CONCLUSIONS MWA can effectively improve the QOL and emotional distress of patients with T1N0M0 PTC.
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- Mengwei Chai
- Collaborative Innovation Centre of Regenerative Medicine and Medical BioResource Development and Application Co-constructed by the Province and Ministry, Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, Guangxi, China
- Department of Interventional Ultrasound, Fifth Medical Center of Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Interventional Ultrasound, Fifth Medical Center of Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Collaborative Innovation Centre of Regenerative Medicine and Medical BioResource Development and Application Co-constructed by the Province and Ministry, Guangxi Medical University, Nanning, Guangxi, China.
- Department of Interventional Ultrasound, Fifth Medical Center of Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China.
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Rogge AA, Petersen MA, Aaronson NK, Conroy T, Dirven L, Fischer F, Habets E, Reijneveld JC, Rose M, Sleurs C, Taphoorn M, Tomaszewski KA, Vachon H, Young T, Groenvold M. Development and psychometric evaluation of item banks for memory and attention - supplements to the EORTC CAT Core instrument. Health Qual Life Outcomes 2023; 21:124. [PMID: 37968682 PMCID: PMC10647100 DOI: 10.1186/s12955-023-02199-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/01/2023] [Accepted: 10/11/2023] [Indexed: 11/17/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Cancer patients may experience a decrease in cognitive functioning before, during and after cancer treatment. So far, the Quality of Life Group of the European Organisation for Research and Treatment of Cancer (EORTC QLG) developed an item bank to assess self-reported memory and attention within a single, cognitive functioning scale (CF) using computerized adaptive testing (EORTC CAT Core CF item bank). However, the distinction between different cognitive functions might be important to assess the patients' functional status appropriately and to determine treatment impact. To allow for such assessment, the aim of this study was to develop and psychometrically evaluate separate item banks for memory and attention based on the EORTC CAT Core CF item bank. METHODS In a multistep process including an expert-based content analysis, we assigned 44 items from the EORTC CAT Core CF item bank to the memory or attention domain. Then, we conducted psychometric analyses based on a sample used within the development of the EORTC CAT Core CF item bank. The sample consisted of 1030 cancer patients from Denmark, France, Poland, and the United Kingdom. We evaluated measurement properties of the newly developed item banks using confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) and item response theory model calibration. RESULTS Item assignment resulted in 31 memory and 13 attention items. Conducted CFAs suggested good fit to a 1-factor model for each domain and no violations of monotonicity or indications of differential item functioning. Evaluation of CATs for both memory and attention confirmed well-functioning item banks with increased power/reduced sample size requirements (for CATs ≥ 4 items and up to 40% reduction in sample size requirements in comparison to non-CAT format). CONCLUSION Two well-functioning and psychometrically robust item banks for memory and attention were formed from the existing EORTC CAT Core CF item bank. These findings could support further research on self-reported cognitive functioning in cancer patients in clinical trials as well as for real-word-evidence. A more precise assessment of attention and memory deficits in cancer patients will strengthen the evidence on the effects of cancer treatment for different cancer entities, and therefore contribute to shared and informed clinical decision-making.
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- A A Rogge
- Charité Center for Patient-Centered Outcomes Research, Department of Psychosomatic Medicine, Center for Internal Medicine and Dermatology, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Berlin, Germany.
- CPCOR - Charité Center for patient-centered Outcomes Research, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Berlin, Germany.
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- Palliative Care Research Unit, Department of Geriatrics and Palliative Medicine GP, Bispebjerg & Frederiksberg Hospital, University of Copenhagen, Bispebjerg bakke 23B, Copenhagen, Denmark, 2400.
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- Division of Psychosocial Research & Epidemiology, The Netherlands Cancer Institute, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Medical Oncology Department, Institut de Cancérologie de Lorraine, Vandoeuvre-lès- Nancy, F-54519, France
- Université de Lorraine, APEMAC, équipe MICS, Nancy, F-54000, France
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- Department of Neurology, Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, The Netherlands
- Department of Neurology, Haaglanden Medical Center, PO Box 432, The Hague, 2501 CK, The Netherlands
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- Charité Center for Patient-Centered Outcomes Research, Department of Psychosomatic Medicine, Center for Internal Medicine and Dermatology, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Berlin, Germany
- CPCOR - Charité Center for patient-centered Outcomes Research, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Berlin, Germany
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- Department of Medical Psychology, Haaglanden Medical Center, PO Box 432, The Hague, 2501 CK, The Netherlands
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- Department of Neurology & Brain Tumor Center Amsterdam, location VUmc of Amsterdam University Medical Centers, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Department of Neurology, Stichting Epilepsie Instellingen Nederland (SEIN), Heemstede, the Netherlands
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- Charité Center for Patient-Centered Outcomes Research, Department of Psychosomatic Medicine, Center for Internal Medicine and Dermatology, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Berlin, Germany
- CPCOR - Charité Center for patient-centered Outcomes Research, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Berlin, Germany
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- Department of Cognitive Neuropsychology, Tilburg University, Tilburg, Belgium
- Department of Oncology, KU Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
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- Department of Neurology, Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, The Netherlands
- Department of Neurology, Haaglanden Medical Center, PO Box 432, The Hague, 2501 CK, The Netherlands
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- Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Andrzej Frycz Modrzewski Kraḱów University, Kraków, Poland
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- Center for Contextual Psychiatry, Department of Neurosciences, KU Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
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- Supportive Oncology Research Team, East & North Hertfordshire NHS Trust including Mount Vernon Cancer Centre, Northwood, UK
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- Palliative Care Research Unit, Department of Geriatrics and Palliative Medicine GP, Bispebjerg & Frederiksberg Hospital, University of Copenhagen, Bispebjerg bakke 23B, Copenhagen, Denmark, 2400
- Department of Public Health, University of Copenhagen, Copenhagen, Denmark
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Gil-Ibanez B, Davies-Oliveira J, Lopez G, Díaz-Feijoo B, Tejerizo-Garcia A, Sehouli J. Impact of gynecological cancers on health-related quality of life: historical context, measurement instruments, and current knowledge. Int J Gynecol Cancer 2023; 33:1800-1806. [PMID: 37696648 DOI: 10.1136/ijgc-2023-004804] [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] [Indexed: 09/13/2023] Open
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Gynecologic cancers, comprising 14.4% of newly diagnosed cancer cases in women globally, are substantial causes of both mortality and morbidity, with a profound impact on the quality of life (QoL) of survivors. Over the past few decades, advancements in interdisciplinary and interprofessional care have contributed to an increase in the average life expectancy of gynecological cancer patients. However, the disease and its treatments have a profound impact on patients, leading to physical changes and psychological consequences, including psychosocial and psychosexual effects, which negatively affect their QoL.The primary objective of management strategies is to minimize harm while improving survival rates and enhancing QoL during the survivorship stage. QoL measures play a crucial role in enhancing our comprehension of how cancer and its treatments affect individuals. Consequently, various measurement instruments, such as the EORTC QLQ 30, PROMIS-29, FACT-G, and QOL-CS, have been developed to assess health-related quality of life (HRQoL). Pre- and post-treatment HRQoL measurements have been shown to be predictive factors for post-operative complications and prognostic factors for overall survival and progression-free survival in gynecological oncology patients. Patient-reported outcomes related to HRQoL are essential tools for measuring patient outcomes and enabling patient-centered clinical decision-making.This article focuses on HRQoL, providing a historical context, summarizing measurement instruments, and discussing the current understanding of the impact of gynecological cancers on HRQoL.
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- Blanca Gil-Ibanez
- Gynecologic Oncology and Minimally Invasive Surgery Unit, Gynecology and Obstetrics Department, Hospital Universitario 12 de Octubre, Madrid, Spain
- i+12 Research Institute, Hospital Universitario 12 de Octubre, Madrid, Spain
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- Division of Cancer Sciences, The University of Manchester, Manchester, UK
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, St Mary's Hospital, Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, Manchester Academic Health Science Centre, Manchester, UK
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- Gynecologic Oncology and Minimally Invasive Surgery Unit, Gynecology and Obstetrics Department, Hospital Universitario 12 de Octubre, Madrid, Spain
- i+12 Research Institute, Hospital Universitario 12 de Octubre, Madrid, Spain
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- Institute Clinic of Gynecology, Obstetrics and Neonatology, Hospital Clinic de Barcelona, Institutd'Investigacions Biomèdiques August Pi I Sunyer (IDIBAPS), Universitat de Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Gynecologic Oncology and Minimally Invasive Surgery Unit, Gynecology and Obstetrics Department, Hospital Universitario 12 de Octubre, Madrid, Spain
- i+12 Research Institute, Hospital Universitario 12 de Octubre, Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Gynecology with Center of Oncological Surgery, European Competence Center of Ovarian Cancer, Charité, University of Berlin, Berlin, Germany
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Moon J, Ehlebracht A, Cwintal M, Faria J, Ghitulescu G, Morin N, Pang A, Vasilevsky CA, Boutros M. Low Anterior Resection Syndrome in a Reference North American Sample: Prevalence and Associated Factors. J Am Coll Surg 2023; 237:679-688. [PMID: 37466264 DOI: 10.1097/xcs.0000000000000807] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/20/2023]
Abstract
BACKGROUND Low anterior resection syndrome (LARS) is a well-described consequence of rectal cancer treatment. Studying the degree to which bowel dysfunction exists in the general population may help to better interpret to what extent LARS is related to disease and/or cancer treatment. Currently, North American LARS normative data are lacking. The aim of this study was to describe the prevalence of bowel dysfunction, as measured by the LARS score, and quality of life (QoL) in a reference North American sample. Quality of life was measured and associations between participant characteristics and LARS were identified. STUDY DESIGN This was a single-institution cross-sectional study of asymptomatic adults who underwent screening and surveillance colonoscopies from 2018 to 2021 with no/benign endoscopic findings. Survey was conducted on select comorbidities, sociodemographic factors, LARS, and QoL. Outcomes were LARS and QoL. Multivariable linear regression accounting for a priori clinical factors associated with bowel dysfunction was performed. RESULTS Of 1,004 subjects approached, 502 (50.0%) participated, and 135 (26.9%) participants had major/minor LARS. On multiple linear regression, female sex (β = 2.15, 95% CI 0.30 to 4.00), younger age (β = -0.10, 95% CI -0.18 to -0.03), White ethnicity (β = 2.45, 95% CI 0.15 to 4.74), and the presence of at least one of the following factors: diabetes, depression, neurologic disorder, or cholecystectomy (β = 3.54, 95% CI 1.57 to 5.51) were independently associated with a higher LARS score. Individuals with LARS had lower global QoL, functional subscales, and various symptom subscale scores. CONCLUSIONS Our study identified the baseline prevalence of LARS in asymptomatic adults who have not undergone a low anterior resection. These normative data will allow for more accurate interpretation of ongoing studies on LARS in North American rectal cancer patients.
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Affiliation(s)
- Jeongyoon Moon
- From the Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Jewish General Hospital, Montreal, QC, Canada (Moon, Faria, Ghitulescu, Morin, Pang, Vasilevsky, Boutros)
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- Faculty of Medicine, McGill University, Montreal, QC, Canada (Ehlebracht, Cwintal)
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- Faculty of Medicine, McGill University, Montreal, QC, Canada (Ehlebracht, Cwintal)
| | - Julio Faria
- From the Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Jewish General Hospital, Montreal, QC, Canada (Moon, Faria, Ghitulescu, Morin, Pang, Vasilevsky, Boutros)
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- From the Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Jewish General Hospital, Montreal, QC, Canada (Moon, Faria, Ghitulescu, Morin, Pang, Vasilevsky, Boutros)
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- From the Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Jewish General Hospital, Montreal, QC, Canada (Moon, Faria, Ghitulescu, Morin, Pang, Vasilevsky, Boutros)
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- From the Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Jewish General Hospital, Montreal, QC, Canada (Moon, Faria, Ghitulescu, Morin, Pang, Vasilevsky, Boutros)
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- From the Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Jewish General Hospital, Montreal, QC, Canada (Moon, Faria, Ghitulescu, Morin, Pang, Vasilevsky, Boutros)
| | - Marylise Boutros
- From the Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Jewish General Hospital, Montreal, QC, Canada (Moon, Faria, Ghitulescu, Morin, Pang, Vasilevsky, Boutros)
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