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Arch JJ, Slivjak ET, Finkelstein LB. A Novel Intervention to Reduce Fear of Progression and Trauma Symptoms in Advanced Cancer Using Written Exposure to Worst-Case Scenarios. J Palliat Med 2024; 27:1009-1017. [PMID: 38579139 DOI: 10.1089/jpm.2023.0658] [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: 04/07/2024] Open
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Background: Adults with advanced cancer experience profound future uncertainty, reflected in elevated fear of cancer progression (FoP) and cancer-related trauma symptoms. These symptoms are associated with physical symptom burden and poorer quality of life, and few interventions exist to manage them. Objective: To develop and pilot a written exposure-based coping intervention (EASE) focused on worst-case scenarios among adults with advanced cancer reporting elevated cancer-related trauma symptoms or FoP. Design: A single-arm intervention development and pilot trial. Participants: The trial enrolled 29 U.S. adults with stage III or stage IV solid tumor cancer (n = 24) or incurable or higher-risk blood cancer (n = 5) reporting elevated cancer-related trauma symptoms or FoP. Among those screened, 74% were eligible, with an eligible-to-enrolled rate of 85%. Design/Measurements: EASE was delivered over five 1:1 videoconferencing sessions. Feasibility and acceptability were evaluated via attendance, surveys, and exit interviews. Outcomes were assessed at five time points through 3-month (FU1, main assessment of interest) and 4.5-month (FU2) follow-up. Results: Participant and interventionist feedback was used to iteratively refine EASE. Among participants, 86% (25/29) completed all five sessions and FU1; surveys and exit interviews indicated high acceptability. Primary outcomes of cancer-related trauma symptoms and FoP improved significantly from pre to both follow-ups by predominantly large effect sizes. Secondary outcomes of anxiety, depression, hopelessness, fear of death/dying, and fatigue, and most process measures improved significantly by FU1 or FU2. Conclusions: EASE, a novel adaptation of written exposure therapy, is a promising approach to reducing FoP and cancer-related trauma symptoms among adults with advanced cancer that warrants further study.
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- Joanna J Arch
- Department of Psychology and Neuroscience, University of Colorado Boulder, Boulder, Colorado, USA
- Division of Cancer Prevention and Control, University of Colorado Cancer Center, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, Aurora, Colorado, USA
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- Department of Psychology and Neuroscience, University of Colorado Boulder, Boulder, Colorado, USA
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- Department of Psychology and Neuroscience, University of Colorado Boulder, Boulder, Colorado, USA
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Lof P, van Soolingen NJ, Piek JMJ, Aarts JWM, Retèl VP, Bukman M, Smorenburg CH, van Driel WJ, Amant F, Trum JW, Lok CAR. Preferences and considerations for interval cytoreductive surgery in advanced ovarian cancer: The patient's perspective. Gynecol Oncol 2024; 187:227-234. [PMID: 38823307 DOI: 10.1016/j.ygyno.2024.05.018] [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: 03/12/2024] [Revised: 05/05/2024] [Accepted: 05/16/2024] [Indexed: 06/03/2024]
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OBJECTIVE Treatment of advanced-stage ovarian cancer contains cytoreductive surgery (CRS) and chemotherapy. Achieving successful CRS (≤ 1 cm residual disease) is prognostically important, but may not be feasible peri-operatively while still risking complications. Therefore, patients' treatment expectations are important to discuss. We investigated patient considerations for interval CRS. METHODS Patients with advanced-stage ovarian cancer planned for interval CRS completed a questionnaire about the impact of chance of successful CRS, survival benefit and becoming care-dependent on decision-making regarding CRS. The questionnaire included a vignette study, in which patients repeatedly chose between two treatment scenarios with varying levels for chance of successful CRS, survival benefit and risk of complications including stoma. Patient preferences were analyzed, including differences between patients aged < 70 and ≥ 70 years. RESULTS Among 85 included patients, 31 (37%) patients considered interval CRS worthwhile irrespective of survival benefit and 33 (39%) irrespective of chance of successful surgery. However, 34 patients (41%) considered interval CRS only worthwhile if survival benefit was > 12 months, while 41 (49%) thought so if chance of successful surgery was ≥ 25%. Older patients considered these factors more important. Overall, 27% considered becoming permanently dependent of home care unacceptable. In the vignette study (n = 72) risk of complications and stoma were considered less important than chance of successful CRS and survival benefit. CONCLUSION Survival benefit, chance of successful surgery and becoming care-dependent are important factors in patient's decision for interval CRS, while risk of complications and stoma are less important. Our results are useful in shared decision-making for interval CRS in ovarian cancer.
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- Pien Lof
- Department of Gynecologic Oncology, Center for Gynecologic Oncology Amsterdam, The Netherlands Cancer Institute, Plesmanlaan 121, 1066 CX Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Gynecologic Oncology, Center for Gynecologic Oncology Amsterdam, The Netherlands Cancer Institute, Plesmanlaan 121, 1066 CX Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Catharina Hospital, Catharina Cancer Institute, Michelangelolaan 2, 5623 EJ Eindhoven, The Netherlands
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Cancer Center Amsterdam, Amsterdam University Medical Centers, University of Amsterdam, De Boelelaan 1117, 1081 HV Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Division of Psychosocial Research and Epidemiology, The Netherlands Cancer Institute, Plesmanlaan 121, 1066 CX Amsterdam, The Netherlands; Department of Health Technology and Services Research, University of Twente, Hallenweg 5, 7522 NH Enschede, The Netherlands
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- Erasmus School of Health Policy & Management, Erasmus University Rotterdam, Burgemeester Oudlaan 50, 3062 PA Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Medical Oncology, The Netherlands Cancer Institute, Plesmanlaan 121, 1066 CX Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Gynecologic Oncology, Center for Gynecologic Oncology Amsterdam, The Netherlands Cancer Institute, Plesmanlaan 121, 1066 CX Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Gynecologic Oncology, Center for Gynecologic Oncology Amsterdam, The Netherlands Cancer Institute, Plesmanlaan 121, 1066 CX Amsterdam, The Netherlands; Division of Gynecologic Oncology, UZ Leuven, Herestraat 49, 3000 Leuven, Belgium
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- Department of Gynecologic Oncology, Center for Gynecologic Oncology Amsterdam, The Netherlands Cancer Institute, Plesmanlaan 121, 1066 CX Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Gynecologic Oncology, Center for Gynecologic Oncology Amsterdam, The Netherlands Cancer Institute, Plesmanlaan 121, 1066 CX Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
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Wang X, Li X, Wei L, Yu Y, Hazaisihan Y, Tao L, Jia W. Acetylation model predicts prognosis of patients and affects immune microenvironment infiltration in epithelial ovarian carcinoma. J Ovarian Res 2024; 17:150. [PMID: 39030559 PMCID: PMC11264718 DOI: 10.1186/s13048-024-01449-6] [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: 02/23/2024] [Accepted: 06/06/2024] [Indexed: 07/21/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Epithelial ovarian carcinoma (EOC) is a prevalent gynaecological malignancy. The prognosis of patients with EOC is related to acetylation modifications and immune responses in the tumour microenvironment (TME). However, the relationships between acetylation-related genes, patient prognosis, and the tumour immune microenvironment (TIME) are not yet understood. Our research aims to investigate the link between acetylation and the tumour microenvironment, with the goal of identifying new biomarkers for estimating survival of patients with EOC. METHODS Using data downloaded from the tumour genome atlas (TCGA), genotypic tissue expression (GTEx), and gene expression master table (GEO), we comprehensively evaluated acetylation-related genes in 375 ovarian cancer specimens and identified molecular subtypes using unsupervised clustering. The prognosis, TIME, stem cell index and functional concentration analysis were compared among the three groups. A risk model based on differential expression of acetylation-related genes was established through minimum absolute contraction and selection operator (LASSO) regression analysis, and the predictive validity of this feature was validated using GEO data sets. A nomogram is used to predict a patient's likelihood of survival. In addition, different EOC risk groups were evaluated for timing, tumour immune dysfunction and exclusion (TIDE) score, stemness index, somatic mutation, and drug sensitivity. RESULTS We used the mRNA levels of the differentially expressed genes related to acetylation to classify them into three distinct clusters. Patients with increased immune cell infiltration and lower stemness scores in cluster 2 (C2) exhibited poorer prognosis. Immunity and tumourigenesis-related pathways were highly abundant in cluster 3 (C3). We developed a prognostic model for ten differentially expressed acetylation-related genes. Kaplan-Meier analysis demonstrated significantly worse overall survival (OS) in high-risk patients. Furthermore, the TIME, tumour immune dysfunction and exclusion (TIDE) score, stemness index, tumour mutation burden (TMB), immunotherapy response, and drug sensitivity all showed significant correlations with the risk scores. CONCLUSIONS Our study demonstrated a complex regulatory mechanism of acetylation in EOC. The assessment of acetylation patterns could provide new therapeutic strategies for EOC immunotherapy to improve the prognosis of patients.
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- Xuan Wang
- First Affiliated Hospital, Department of Pathology and Key Laboratory for Xinjiang Endemic and Ethnic Diseases, Shihezi University, Shihezi University School of Medicine, Shihezi, China
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- First Affiliated Hospital, Department of Pathology and Key Laboratory for Xinjiang Endemic and Ethnic Diseases, Shihezi University, Shihezi University School of Medicine, Shihezi, China
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- First Affiliated Hospital, Department of Pathology and Key Laboratory for Xinjiang Endemic and Ethnic Diseases, Shihezi University, Shihezi University School of Medicine, Shihezi, China
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- First Affiliated Hospital, Department of Pathology and Key Laboratory for Xinjiang Endemic and Ethnic Diseases, Shihezi University, Shihezi University School of Medicine, Shihezi, China
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- First Affiliated Hospital, Department of Pathology and Key Laboratory for Xinjiang Endemic and Ethnic Diseases, Shihezi University, Shihezi University School of Medicine, Shihezi, China
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- First Affiliated Hospital, Department of Pathology and Key Laboratory for Xinjiang Endemic and Ethnic Diseases, Shihezi University, Shihezi University School of Medicine, Shihezi, China
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- First Affiliated Hospital, Department of Pathology and Key Laboratory for Xinjiang Endemic and Ethnic Diseases, Shihezi University, Shihezi University School of Medicine, Shihezi, China.
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Rennoldson M, Baliousis M, Potter A, Ashraf E, Gajjar K. Predicting psychological distress in advanced ovarian cancer patients during the COVID-19 pandemic. Support Care Cancer 2024; 32:481. [PMID: 38954223 PMCID: PMC11219381 DOI: 10.1007/s00520-024-08675-0] [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: 10/30/2023] [Accepted: 06/21/2024] [Indexed: 07/04/2024]
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PURPOSE This longitudinal study investigated distress rates in patients with advanced ovarian cancer during the COVID-19 pandemic and examined whether time, illness representations, and coping strategies predicted distress levels. METHODS UK patients with stage 3 or 4 ovarian cancer were recruited between September 2020 and March 2021. Data were collected at baseline (T0), 2 months (T1), and 4 months (T2) post-enrolment. Validated questionnaires assessed distress (anxiety, depression, PTSD, fear of progression) and predictors (coping strategies and illness perceptions), analysed via multilevel modelling. RESULTS Seventy-two participants returned a questionnaire at T0, decreasing to 49 by T2. High distress was observed, with over 50% of participants experiencing anxiety and depression consistently. Nearly 60% reported clinical levels of fear of progression at some point. PTSD rates resembled the general population. Although distress levels remained stable over time, some individual variability was observed. Time had minimal effect on distress. Coping strategies and illness perceptions remained stable. Threatening illness perceptions consistently predicted distress, while specific coping strategies such as active coping, acceptance, self-blame, and humour predicted various aspects of distress. Together, these factors explained up to half of the distress variance. CONCLUSION The findings have implications for routine screening for distress and the inclusion of psychological treatment pathways in advanced ovarian cancer care. Addressing illness representations is crucial, with attention to informational support. Future research should explore the long-term effects of heightened distress and the effectiveness of interventions targeting illness perceptions. This study informs current clinical practice and future pandemic preparedness in cancer care.
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- Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust, Nottingham, UK.
- University of Lincoln, Lincoln, UK.
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- Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust, Nottingham, UK
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Taya M, Hou X, Veneris JT, Kazi N, Larson MC, Maurer MJ, Heinzen EP, Chen H, Lastra R, Oberg AL, Weroha SJ, Fleming GF, Conzen SD. Investigation of selective glucocorticoid receptor modulation in high-grade serous ovarian cancer PDX models. J Gynecol Oncol 2024; 36:36.e4. [PMID: 38909640 DOI: 10.3802/jgo.2025.36.e4] [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: 10/02/2023] [Revised: 03/18/2024] [Accepted: 05/07/2024] [Indexed: 06/25/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVE In ovarian cancer (OvCa), tumor cell high glucocorticoid receptor (GR) has been associated with poor patient prognosis. In vitro, GR activation inhibits chemotherapy-induced OvCa cell death in association with transcriptional upregulation of genes encoding anti-apoptotic proteins. A recent randomized phase II study demonstrated improvement in progression-free survival (PFS) for heavily pre-treated OvCa patients randomized to receive therapy with a selective GR modulator (SGRM) plus chemotherapy compared to chemotherapy alone. We hypothesized that SGRM therapy would improve carboplatin response in OvCa patient-derived xenograft (PDX). METHODS Six high-grade serous (HGS) OvCa PDX models expressing GR mRNA (NR3C1) and protein were treated with chemotherapy +/- SGRM. Tumor size was measured longitudinally by peritoneal transcutaneous ultrasonography. RESULTS One of the 6 GR-positive PDX models showed a significant improvement in PFS with the addition of a SGRM. Interestingly, the single model with an improved PFS was least carboplatin sensitive. Possible explanations for the modest SGRM activity include the high carboplatin sensitivity of 5 of the PDX tumors and the potential that SGRMs activate the tumor invasive immune cells in patients (absent from immunocompromised mice). The level of tumor GR protein expression alone appears insufficient for predicting SGRM response. CONCLUSION The significant improvement in PFS shown in 1 of the 6 models after treatment with a SGRM plus chemotherapy underscores the need to determine predictive biomarkers for SGRM therapy in HGS OvCa and to better identify patient subgroups that are most likely to benefit from adding GR modulation to chemotherapy.
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- Manisha Taya
- Division of Hematology and Oncology, UT Southwestern, Dallas, TX, USA
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- Division of Medical Oncology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
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- Department of Medicine, Section of Hematology and Oncology, The University of Chicago, Chicago, IL, USA
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- Division of Hematology and Oncology, UT Southwestern, Dallas, TX, USA
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- Division of Clinical Trials and Biostatistics, Department of Quantitative Health Sciences, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
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- Division of Clinical Trials and Biostatistics, Department of Quantitative Health Sciences, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
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- Robert D. and Patricia E. Kern Center for the Science of Health Care Delivery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
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- Department of Pathology, UT Southwestern, Dallas, TX, USA
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- Department of Pathology, The University of Chicago, Chicago, IL, USA
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- Division of Computational Biology, Department of Quantitative Health Sciences, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
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- Division of Medical Oncology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
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- Department of Medicine, Section of Hematology and Oncology, The University of Chicago, Chicago, IL, USA
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- Division of Hematology and Oncology, UT Southwestern, Dallas, TX, USA.
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Jrad AIS, Yi Y, Yoon B, Cho E, Cho IK, Lee D, Kim J, Chung S, Kim JH. Dysfunctional Self-Focus and Fear of Progression in Cancer Patients Mediated by Depression, Anxiety, and Dysfunctional Sleep Beliefs. Psychiatry Investig 2024; 21:506-512. [PMID: 38810999 PMCID: PMC11136582 DOI: 10.30773/pi.2023.0354] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/09/2023] [Revised: 01/08/2024] [Accepted: 02/19/2024] [Indexed: 05/31/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVE This study explores whether cancer patients' dysfunctional self-focus is a significant contributor to their fear of progression. In addition, we investigated whether their psychiatric symptoms such as depression, anxiety, and dysfunctional beliefs about sleep may mediate the relationship between these factors. METHODS We conducted a retrospective medical records review of 196 cancer patients who visited the Stress Management Clinic for the first time from March to September 2022. Their demographic information and responses to rating scales such as the Fear of Progression Questionnaire-Short Form (FoP-Q-SF), Dysfunctional Self-focus Attribution Scale (DSAS), Patient Health Questionnaire-9 Items (PHQ-9), State subcategory of the State and Trait of Anxiety Inventory (STAI-S), Insomnia Severity Index (ISI), Cancer-related Dysfunctional Beliefs about Sleep scale (C-DBS), and numeric rating scales of pain and fatigue were collected. RESULTS A high FoP-Q-SF score was significantly correlated with high PHQ-9 (r=0.60), STAI-S (r=0.38), ISI (r=0.34), C-DBS (r=0.47), pain (r=0.24), fatigue (r=0.37), and DSAS (r=0.58, all p<0.001). A linear regression analysis showed that the FoP-Q-SF score was significantly predicted by younger age (β=-0.13, p=0.011), PHQ-9 (β=0.36, p<0.001), STAI-S (β=0.18, p=0.001), C-DBS (β=0.22, p<0.001), and DSAS (β=0.25, p<0.001). A mediation analysis showed that dysfunctional self-focus directly influenced patients' fear of progression. In addition, cancer patients' depression, anxiety, and cancer-related dysfunctional beliefs about sleep mediated this relationship. CONCLUSION We observed that dysfunctional self-focus may influence cancer patients' fear of progression, mediated by depression, anxiety, and cancer-related dysfunctional beliefs about sleep.
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- Department of Oncology, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Psychiatry, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Psychiatry, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Psychiatry, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Psychiatry, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Psychiatry, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Clinical Nursing, University of Ulsan, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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Nic Giolla Chomhaill C, Ward J, Dowling M. Fear of recurrence in women with ovarian cancer: A qualitative evidence synthesis. Eur J Oncol Nurs 2024; 68:102487. [PMID: 38113769 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejon.2023.102487] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/08/2023] [Revised: 11/16/2023] [Accepted: 12/08/2023] [Indexed: 12/21/2023]
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PURPOSE Approximately 80% of ovarian cancers recur after first-line treatments. Women with ovarian cancer (OC) are therefore particularly vulnerable to experiencing fear of cancer recurrence (FCR). This study aimed to synthesise experiences of fear of cancer recurrence among women living with ovarian cancer. METHOD A qualitative evidence synthesis (QES) was conducted in accordance with the Enhancing Transparency in Reporting the Synthesis of Qualitative Research (ENTREQ) guidelines. A systematic search of seven databases was undertaken to identify all available qualitative research exploring fear of cancer recurrence in women with OC. Thematic synthesis of extracted data from included studies was undertaken and managed in NVivo. RESULTS Twenty-two papers reporting on eighteen studies were included in the synthesis. Three main themes were developed (triggers, responses, and coping) and included ten subthemes. FCR was triggered by factors relating to awareness of prognosis, treatment, and negative communication. Women responded to FCR by performing body checking and protecting their families. FCR led to adverse effects on women's wellbeing as it exacerbated uncertainty about their future. Women attempted to cope with FCR through seeking support, regaining control, and redirecting negative thoughts and actions. CONCLUSIONS Women use a variety of approaches to manage their fear of recurrence. Further research on the most appropriate interventions for FCR tailored specifically to the needs of women with OC is needed.
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- Occupational Therapy Department, Galway University Hospital, Ireland.
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Galway, Ireland.
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Mc Brearty C, Bisaillon L, Dorval M, Nabi H, Desbiens C, Lemieux J, Théberge V, Baghdadli A, Lauzier S, Savard J. Disruptions in Cancer Care Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic and Fear of Cancer Recurrence in Women with Breast Cancer: A Mixed-Methods Study. Curr Oncol 2024; 31:801-817. [PMID: 38392053 PMCID: PMC10887748 DOI: 10.3390/curroncol31020059] [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: 12/16/2023] [Revised: 01/19/2024] [Accepted: 01/22/2024] [Indexed: 02/24/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVE This study investigated if fear of cancer recurrence (FCR) levels and the proportion of women having a clinical level of FCR differed by whether women had or had not experienced disruptions in their cancer tests and treatments due to the pandemic. METHODS We conducted a mixed-methods study between November 2020 and March 2021 among women diagnosed with breast cancer in the previous five years at the time of their entry in the study. Women completed a questionnaire online assessing disruptions in breast cancer tests and treatments due to the pandemic and the severity subscale of the Fear of Cancer Recurrence Inventory. Semi-structured interviews were also conducted with a subsample of 24 participants and were thematically analyzed. RESULTS The proportion of patients with a clinical level of FCR was significantly higher among those who experienced the postponement or cancellation of diagnostic and disease progression tests (e.g., blood tests, X-rays, or magnetic resonance imaging; adjusted PR = 1.27 95% CI = 1.13-1.43). Qualitative findings suggest that FCR was exacerbated by the pandemic context. In particular, perceived or actual barriers to care access due to the pandemic were identified as significant FCR-enhancing factors. CONCLUSIONS These results highlight the need to keep diagnostic and progression tests as timely as possible to prevent increases in FCR levels and offer counselling about FCR when postponing or cancellation are inevitable.
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- Claudia Mc Brearty
- School of Psychology, Université Laval, Quebec, QC G1V 0A6, Canada; (C.M.B.); (L.B.); (J.S.)
- Université Laval Cancer Research Center, Quebec, QC G1R 3S3, Canada; (M.D.); (H.N.)
- Centre Hospitalier Universitaire (CHU) de Québec—Université Laval Research Center, Quebec, QC G1S 4L8, Canada; (C.D.); (J.L.); (V.T.); (A.B.)
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- School of Psychology, Université Laval, Quebec, QC G1V 0A6, Canada; (C.M.B.); (L.B.); (J.S.)
- Université Laval Cancer Research Center, Quebec, QC G1R 3S3, Canada; (M.D.); (H.N.)
- Centre Hospitalier Universitaire (CHU) de Québec—Université Laval Research Center, Quebec, QC G1S 4L8, Canada; (C.D.); (J.L.); (V.T.); (A.B.)
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- Université Laval Cancer Research Center, Quebec, QC G1R 3S3, Canada; (M.D.); (H.N.)
- Centre Hospitalier Universitaire (CHU) de Québec—Université Laval Research Center, Quebec, QC G1S 4L8, Canada; (C.D.); (J.L.); (V.T.); (A.B.)
- Faculty of Pharmacy, Université Laval, Quebec, QC G1V 0A6, Canada
- CISSS de Chaudière—Appalaches Research Center, Lévis, QC G6V 3Z1, Canada
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- Université Laval Cancer Research Center, Quebec, QC G1R 3S3, Canada; (M.D.); (H.N.)
- Centre Hospitalier Universitaire (CHU) de Québec—Université Laval Research Center, Quebec, QC G1S 4L8, Canada; (C.D.); (J.L.); (V.T.); (A.B.)
- Faculty of Medicine, Université Laval, Quebec, QC G1V 0A6, Canada
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- Centre Hospitalier Universitaire (CHU) de Québec—Université Laval Research Center, Quebec, QC G1S 4L8, Canada; (C.D.); (J.L.); (V.T.); (A.B.)
- Centre des Maladies du Sein, Centre Hospitalier Universitaire (CHU) de Québec—Université Laval, Quebec, QC G1S 4L8, Canada
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- Centre Hospitalier Universitaire (CHU) de Québec—Université Laval Research Center, Quebec, QC G1S 4L8, Canada; (C.D.); (J.L.); (V.T.); (A.B.)
- Centre des Maladies du Sein, Centre Hospitalier Universitaire (CHU) de Québec—Université Laval, Quebec, QC G1S 4L8, Canada
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- Centre Hospitalier Universitaire (CHU) de Québec—Université Laval Research Center, Quebec, QC G1S 4L8, Canada; (C.D.); (J.L.); (V.T.); (A.B.)
- Centre des Maladies du Sein, Centre Hospitalier Universitaire (CHU) de Québec—Université Laval, Quebec, QC G1S 4L8, Canada
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- Centre Hospitalier Universitaire (CHU) de Québec—Université Laval Research Center, Quebec, QC G1S 4L8, Canada; (C.D.); (J.L.); (V.T.); (A.B.)
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- Université Laval Cancer Research Center, Quebec, QC G1R 3S3, Canada; (M.D.); (H.N.)
- Centre Hospitalier Universitaire (CHU) de Québec—Université Laval Research Center, Quebec, QC G1S 4L8, Canada; (C.D.); (J.L.); (V.T.); (A.B.)
- Faculty of Pharmacy, Université Laval, Quebec, QC G1V 0A6, Canada
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- School of Psychology, Université Laval, Quebec, QC G1V 0A6, Canada; (C.M.B.); (L.B.); (J.S.)
- Université Laval Cancer Research Center, Quebec, QC G1R 3S3, Canada; (M.D.); (H.N.)
- Centre Hospitalier Universitaire (CHU) de Québec—Université Laval Research Center, Quebec, QC G1S 4L8, Canada; (C.D.); (J.L.); (V.T.); (A.B.)
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Johnston EA, Veenhuizen SGA, Ibiebele TI, Webb PM, van der Pols JC. Mental health and diet quality after primary treatment for ovarian cancer. Nutr Diet 2024. [PMID: 38192229 DOI: 10.1111/1747-0080.12861] [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: 07/04/2023] [Revised: 11/27/2023] [Accepted: 12/06/2023] [Indexed: 01/10/2024]
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AIMS To investigate anxiety and depression after primary treatment for ovarian cancer in relation to diet quality and intake. METHODS In a cohort of women with ovarian cancer in Australia, levels of anxiety and depression (normal, subclinical, and clinical) were assessed using the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale at 9 months post-diagnosis. Dietary intake was assessed using a validated food frequency questionnaire at 12 months post-diagnosis and scored using the Healthy Eating Index 2015. Multinomial logistic regression and bivariate analyses were used to investigate relationships between levels of anxiety and depression and subsequent diet quality and intake of food groups. RESULTS Of 595 women, anxiety and depression were identified among 128 (21%) and 80 (13%) women, respectively. Compared to women without anxiety or depression, women with subclinical anxiety (odds ratio = 0.49, 95% confidence interval: 0.25-0.98) and those with clinical depression (odds ratio = 0.25, 95% confidence interval: 0.07-0.93) were less likely to score in the highest quartile for diet quality. Separate adjustment for age, education, employment, disease stage, body mass index, and smoking status did not attenuate these associations. In bivariate analyses, women with subclinical anxiety were more likely to report higher intakes of sweet foods. Those with clinical depression were more likely to report lower intakes of orange vegetables and wholegrains, higher intakes of sweetened beverages, and not consume alcohol or soya foods. CONCLUSIONS Anxiety or depression after primary treatment for ovarian cancer may be associated with poorer diet quality. Efforts to improve diet quality post-treatment should consider support for mental health.
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- Elizabeth A Johnston
- Population Health Program, QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute, Herston, Queensland, Australia
- School of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences, Faculty of Health, Queensland University of Technology (QUT), Kelvin Grove, Queensland, Australia
- Cancer Council Queensland, Fortitude Valley, Queensland, Australia
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- Population Health Program, QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute, Herston, Queensland, Australia
- Julius Centre for Health Sciences and Primary Care, University Medical Center Utrecht, Department of Epidemiology, Utrecht, The Netherlands
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- Population Health Program, QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute, Herston, Queensland, Australia
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- Population Health Program, QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute, Herston, Queensland, Australia
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- Population Health Program, QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute, Herston, Queensland, Australia
- School of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences, Faculty of Health, Queensland University of Technology (QUT), Kelvin Grove, Queensland, Australia
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Webb K, Sharpe L, Russell H, Shaw J. Fear of cancer recurrence in ovarian cancer caregivers: A qualitative study. Psychooncology 2024; 33:e6255. [PMID: 38047732 DOI: 10.1002/pon.6255] [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: 07/21/2023] [Revised: 10/18/2023] [Accepted: 11/10/2023] [Indexed: 12/05/2023]
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AIM Although there is growing research exploring survivor fear of cancer recurrence (FCR), little is known about caregiver FCR. To date, examination of caregiver FCR has largely been conducted through the lens of survivor conceptualisations, limiting the development of caregiver-specific models, measures, and interventions. This study aimed to explore experiences of FCR among caregivers of people with ovarian cancer. METHODS Semi-structured telephone interviews were conducted with caregivers of people with ovarian cancer. Participants, recruited through Ovarian Cancer Australia, also completed an online survey collecting participant and patient demographic characteristics, information about the survivor's disease and caregiver levels of FCR using the Fear of Cancer Recurrence Inventory (Caregiver) (FCRI-c). Qualitative interviews explored caregiver fears, how fears and concerns were experienced and the frequency and timing of FCR. Thematic analysis using a Framework Approach was used to analyse the results. RESULTS Twenty-four caregivers (54% male) participated in an interview. Most caregivers were providing care for their partner (n = 14). Thematic analysis identified four inter-related themes and associated sub-themes: (1) Fear and uncertainty; (2) Liminality; (3) Hopelessness and (4) Caregiver's protection of the person and self (caregiver's role as protector). Underpinning these themes was an overarching fear of one's family member dying. CONCLUSIONS Caregivers supporting people with ovarian cancer experience worries and concerns related to cancer recurrence or progression. These experiences are conceptually different to survivor experiences. Fear of one's family member dying, and the dual nature of caregiver protection/self-protection mean it is imperative that interventions are tailored specifically to caregiver needs. Future research facilitating the development of appropriate measures and interventions is essential to reduce caregiver FCR.
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- Kyra Webb
- School of Psychology, Faculty of Science, The University of Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
- The Psycho-Oncology Co-operative Group (PoCoG), School of Psychology, Faculty of Science, The University of Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- School of Psychology, Faculty of Science, The University of Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- Ovarian Cancer Australia, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- School of Psychology, Faculty of Science, The University of Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
- The Psycho-Oncology Co-operative Group (PoCoG), School of Psychology, Faculty of Science, The University of Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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Yeoh SA, Webb S, Phillips A, Li LSK, Kumar S. Psychosocial interventions for ovarian cancer survivors: A systematic review. Psychooncology 2024; 33:e6280. [PMID: 38282217 DOI: 10.1002/pon.6280] [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: 11/15/2023] [Revised: 12/13/2023] [Accepted: 12/15/2023] [Indexed: 01/30/2024]
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OBJECTIVES Ovarian cancer survivorship is complex and is associated with greater symptom burden, fear of reoccurrence, sexual dysfunction, lower quality of life and heightened existential distress in contrast to other cancers. This systematic review aimed to investigate the effectiveness for, and perspective of, psychosocial interventions encompassing psychological, social, and emotional support, tailored to, or involving ovarian cancer survivors at all stages of disease. METHODS Adhering to the PRISMA-SR statement guidelines, a systematic search was conducted across PsycINFO, MEDLINE, Embase, Emcare, CINAHL, Scopus, Cochrane Library databases, Google, and Google Scholar. Two reviewers independently undertook a two-stage screening process. The Mixed Methods Appraisal Tool was utilised to assess the methodological quality of included studies. Data were extracted using customised data extraction tools and narratively synthesised. RESULTS Thirteen studies were included in this review. Generally positive effects of psychosocial interventions were observed across a range of outcome domains (meaning enhancing, cognitive, social, emotional, and cancer-specific). However, the characteristics of interventions and outcome measures varied across studies. Psychoeducational interventions were identified as the most common psychosocial approach, while Acceptance and Commitment Therapy showed promise in addressing the disease's high symptom burden. Women's perspectives of psychosocial interventions were described as "useful" and promoted positive self-regard. CONCLUSION While the evidence base largely support positive effects of psychosocial interventions for ovarian cancer survivors, this finding is constrained by heterogeneity of interventions and modest gains. Future research may explore the standardisation of psychosocial interventions for this demographic, investigating its effects on less explored but prevalent concerns among ovarian cancer survivors such as fear of cancer recurrence and sexual dysfunction.
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- Su Ann Yeoh
- UniSA Justice & Society, University of South Australia, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
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- UniSA Justice & Society, University of South Australia, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
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- UniSA Allied Health & Human Performance, University of South Australia, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
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- UniSA Allied Health & Human Performance, University of South Australia, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
- School of Allied Health, Human Services and Sport, La Trobe University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- UniSA Allied Health & Human Performance, University of South Australia, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
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Akdemir A, Smith AB, Wu VS, Rincones O, Russell H, Lyhne JD, Kemp E, David M, Bamgboje-Ayodele A. Guided versus non-guided digital psychological interventions for cancer patients: A systematic review and meta-analysis of engagement and efficacy. Psychooncology 2024; 33:e6290. [PMID: 38282223 DOI: 10.1002/pon.6290] [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: 12/29/2023] [Accepted: 12/29/2023] [Indexed: 01/30/2024]
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OBJECTIVE To evaluate engagement with and efficacy of guided versus non-guided digital interventions targeting psychological symptoms of cancer via a systematic review of current evidence. METHODS PubMed, Scopus, PsychINFO, MEDLINE, and CINAHL databases were searched. Eligible publications were randomised controlled trials of guided or non-guided digital psychological interventions used in cancer settings reporting intervention efficacy and/or engagement. Study methodological quality was assessed using the Cochrane risk of bias (RoB) tool. Random effects meta-analyses were performed on outcomes with sufficient data, with sub-group analyses of intervention type and follow-up period. RESULTS Forty-three studies were included. Studies varied by level of guidance, type of technology used, duration, and outcomes assessed. Most studies had a high overall RoB. Meta-analysis indicated that guided interventions significantly reduced distress, anxiety, and fatigue, while non-guided did not. For depression and quality of life, both guided and non-guided interventions produced significant improvements. Guided interventions reported higher levels of intervention engagement than non-guided. CONCLUSIONS Guided digital psychological interventions were likely to be more effective than non-guided ones for cancer patients, particularly in reducing distress, anxiety, and fatigue. Whilst both types were found to improve depression and life quality, guided interventions were associated with higher patient engagement. These findings suggest digital interventions could supplement traditional cancer care, warranting further research concerning long-term effects and cost-efficiency.
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- Aleyna Akdemir
- Ingham Institute for Applied Medical Research, South West Sydney Clinical Campuses, UNSW Medicine & Health, University of New South Wales, Liverpool, New South Wales, Australia
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- Ingham Institute for Applied Medical Research, South West Sydney Clinical Campuses, UNSW Medicine & Health, University of New South Wales, Liverpool, New South Wales, Australia
- The Daffodil Centre, The University of Sydney, A Joint Venture with Cancer Council NSW, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- Ingham Institute for Applied Medical Research, South West Sydney Clinical Campuses, UNSW Medicine & Health, University of New South Wales, Liverpool, New South Wales, Australia
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- Ingham Institute for Applied Medical Research, South West Sydney Clinical Campuses, UNSW Medicine & Health, University of New South Wales, Liverpool, New South Wales, Australia
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- Ovarian Cancer Australia, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Clinical Oncology, University Hospital of Southern Denmark, Vejle, Denmark
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- College of Medicine and Public Health, Flinders University, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
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- The Daffodil Centre, The University of Sydney, A Joint Venture with Cancer Council NSW, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
- School of Medicine & Dentistry, Griffith University, Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia
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- Ingham Institute for Applied Medical Research, South West Sydney Clinical Campuses, UNSW Medicine & Health, University of New South Wales, Liverpool, New South Wales, Australia
- Biomedical Informatics and Digital Health, School of Medical Sciences, Charles Perkins Centre, Faculty of Medicine and Health, University of Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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Lakhiani A, Cummins C, Kumar S, Long J, Arora V, Balega J, Broadhead T, Duncan T, Edmondson R, Fotopoulou C, Glasspool R, Kolomainen D, Manchanda R, McNally O, Morrison J, Mukhopadhyay A, Naik R, Wood N, Sundar S. Analysis of Anxiety, Depression and Fear of Progression at 12 Months Post-Cytoreductive Surgery in the SOCQER-2 (Surgery in Ovarian Cancer-Quality of Life Evaluation Research) Prospective, International, Multicentre Study. Cancers (Basel) 2023; 16:75. [PMID: 38201503 PMCID: PMC10778036 DOI: 10.3390/cancers16010075] [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: 11/02/2023] [Revised: 12/18/2023] [Accepted: 12/20/2023] [Indexed: 01/12/2024] Open
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Patients with ovarian cancer (OC) often experience anxiety, depression and fear of progression (FOP); however, it is unclear whether surgical complexity has a role to play. We investigated the prevalence of anxiety, depression and FOP at 12 months post-cytoreductive surgery and investigated associations with surgical complexity, patient (age, ethnicity, performance status, BMI) and tumour (stage, disease load) factors. One hundred and forty-one patients with FIGO Stage III-IV OC, who did not have disease progression at 12 months post-surgery, completed the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale and FOP short-form questionnaire. Patients underwent surgery with low (40.4%), intermediate (31.2%) and high (28.4%) surgical complexity scores. At 12 months post-surgery, 99 of 141 (70%) patients with advanced OC undergoing surgery experienced clinically significant anxiety, 21 of 141 (14.9%) patients experienced moderate to severe depression and 37 of 140 (26.4%) experienced dysfunctional FOP. No associations were identified between the three different surgical complexity groups with regards to anxiety, depression or FOP scores. Unsurprisingly, given the natural history of the disease, most patients with OC suffer from anxiety, depression and fear of progression after completion of first-line cancer treatment. Surgical complexity at the time of surgery is not associated with a deleterious impact on anxiety, depression or FOP for patients with OC. Patients with OC experience a profound mental health impact and should be offered mental health support throughout their cancer journey.
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- Aarti Lakhiani
- Institute of Applied Health Research, University of Birmingham, Birmingham B15 2TT, UK
- Pan-Birmingham Gynaecological Cancer Centre, City Hospital, Birmingham B18 7QH, UK;
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- Institute of Applied Health Research, University of Birmingham, Birmingham B15 2TT, UK
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- University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, Coventry CV2 2DX, UK
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- Institute of Applied Health Research, University of Birmingham, Birmingham B15 2TT, UK
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- School of Clinical Medicine, University of New South Wales, Sydney, NSW 2052, Australia
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- Pan-Birmingham Gynaecological Cancer Centre, City Hospital, Birmingham B18 7QH, UK;
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- Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, Leeds LS9 7TF, UK;
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- Norfolk & Norwich University Hospital, Norwich NR4 7UY, UK
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- Division of Cancer Services, University of Manchester, Manchester M13 9PL, UK
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- Department of Surgery and Cancer, Faculty of Medicine, Imperial College London, London SW7 2BX, UK
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- Beatson West of Scotland Cancer Centre, NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde and School of Cancer Sciences, University of Glasgow, Glasgow G12 8QQ, UK
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- Wolfson Institute of Population Health, Queen Mary University of London, London EC1M 6BQ, UK
- Department of Health Services Research, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, London WC1E 7HT, UK
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- Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, Melbourne, VIC 3052, Australia
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- Musgrove Park Hospital, Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, Taunton TA1 5DA, UK;
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- Kolkata Gynecological Oncology Trials and Translational Research Group, Kolkata 700156, India
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- Northern Gynaecological Oncology Centre, Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust, Gateshead NE9 6SX, UK
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- Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Preston PR2 9HT, UK
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- Pan-Birmingham Gynaecological Cancer Centre, City Hospital, Birmingham B18 7QH, UK;
- Institute of Cancer and Genomic Sciences, University of Birmingham, Birmingham B15 2TT, UK
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Pereira L, Nguyen P, Benea A, Townsley C. A quality improvement project to optimize access to psychosocial care for cancer survivors who experience fear of recurrence. J Psychosoc Oncol 2023; 41:721-731. [PMID: 37702764 DOI: 10.1080/07347332.2023.2254755] [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: 09/14/2023]
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BACKGROUND The prevalence of moderate to high levels of fear of cancer recurrence (FCR) in cancer survivors may vary from 22% to 87%, although most are not usually referred to psychosocial support. The After Cancer Treatment Transition (ACTT) clinic in Women's College Hospital (Toronto) provides follow-up care to cancer survivors but in a sample of 2893 patients seen April 2019 to March 2022, only 1.5% were referred to a social worker for psychosocial needs. A single-question screening tool is currently available to screen for FCR. OBJECTIVE To evaluate the use of the single-question screening tool for FCR among cancer survivors and its impact on social work referrals. RESULTS Between July and October 2022, 788 patients were seen in the ACTT clinic. Generally, most patients in ACTT are breast cancer survivors (75%), and the remaining survivors are a mix of other cancer types (colorectal cancer, ovarian cancer, thyroid cancer, melanoma). Three hundred thirty (41.9%) ACTT patients completed the single-question screening tool for FCR. Most screened patients were female (96%), the average age was 60 years, and most were diagnosed with breast cancer (90%). Among screened patients, 37 (11%) indicated a moderately severe to high level of FCR and efforts were made to refer these 37 patients to a social worker. In the end, 22 (59.5%) patients with moderately severe/high levels of FCR were offered and accepted referral to a social worker. In comparison to the 1.5% referred to social work (among 2893 patients) prior to FCR screening, referrals increased to 6.7% (among 330 screened). CONCLUSION Use of a single-question FCR screening tool improved identifying cancer survivors in need of psychosocial support and improved access to a social worker.
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- Luana Pereira
- Peter Gilgan Centre for Women's Cancers, Women's College Hospital, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Peter Gilgan Centre for Women's Cancers, Women's College Hospital, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- After Cancer Treatment Transition (ACTT) Program, Women's College Hospital, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- After Cancer Treatment Transition (ACTT) Program, Women's College Hospital, Toronto, ON, Canada
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Yang YL, Chang YC, Cheng WF, Chen YL, Lai YH. Factors Predicting the Health Status of Women with Ovarian Cancer During Five Treatment Phases. Semin Oncol Nurs 2023; 39:151464. [PMID: 37400343 DOI: 10.1016/j.soncn.2023.151464] [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: 01/18/2023] [Revised: 04/07/2023] [Accepted: 05/24/2023] [Indexed: 07/05/2023]
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OBJECTIVE The combined impact of disease status and treatment phase on the quality of life (QoL) of women with ovarian cancer has not been fully considered. Therefore, this clinical, epidemiologic study compared the QoL of patients with ovarian cancer between five different treatment phases and identified the factors predicting their QoL through multivariate modeling. DATA SOURCES This study had a cross-sectional survey design. The participants total of 183 were recruited from the inpatient and outpatient departments of the medical center in northern Taiwan. QoL was measured using the Quality of Life Scales QLQ-C30 and QLQ-OV28 and the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index. The patient's clinical characteristics data were obtained from the databank of the Taiwan Gynecologic Cancer Network, a registry of active patients being treated with gynecologic cancer. CONCLUSION Chemotherapeutic agents were the major predictors of poor global health status in patients with ovarian cancer. However, good sleep was beneficial to patients' QoL. The study results can be used as a reference to adjust oncological treatment regimens for more effective symptom management and to promote patient education to improve patients' QoL. IMPLICATIONS FOR NURSING PRACTICE The predicting factors can be considered by physicians and nurses to adjust treatment regimens and enhance patient education.
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- Ya-Ling Yang
- Assistant Professor, School of Nursing, College of Medicine, National Taiwan University and Department of Nursing, National Taiwan University Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan.
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- Assistant Professor, School of Nursing and Graduate Institute of Nursing, China Medical University and Nursing Department, China Medical University Hospital, Taichung City, Beitun District, Taiwan
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- Professor, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Graduate Institute of Oncology & College of Medicine, National Taiwan University, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Assistant Professor, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Graduate Institute of Oncology & College of Medicine, College of Medicine, National Taiwan University, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Professor, School of Nursing, College of Medicine, National Taiwan University and Department of Nursing, National Taiwan University Cancer Center Taipei, Taiwan
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Pasvanis M, Hegarty S, Russell H, Peate M, Marino JL. Exploring the experiences and priorities of women with a diagnosis of ovarian cancer. Support Care Cancer 2023; 31:432. [PMID: 37389743 DOI: 10.1007/s00520-023-07903-3] [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: 01/23/2023] [Accepted: 06/23/2023] [Indexed: 07/01/2023]
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PURPOSE Ovarian cancer is the third most common gynaecological cancer among women, yet remains under-researched. Past studies suggest that women who present with ovarian cancer have more supportive care needs compared to women experiencing other gynaecological cancers. This study explores the experiences and priorities of women with a diagnosis of ovarian cancer and whether age may influence these needs and experiences. METHODS Participants were recruited by a community organization, Ovarian Cancer Australia (OCA), via a social media campaign promoted on Facebook. Participants were asked to rank priorities around living with ovarian cancer, and to endorse which supports and resources they had used to address those priorities. Distributions of priority rankings and resource use were compared by age (19-49 vs. 50+ years). RESULTS Two hundred and eighty-eight people completed the consumer survey and most respondents were 60-69 years (33.7%). Priorities did not vary by age. Fear of cancer recurrence was identified by 51% respondents as the most challenging aspect of having ovarian cancer. Compared with older respondents, a higher proportion of young participants were more inclined to use a mobile app version of the OCA resilience kit (25.8% vs 45.1%, p=0.002) and expressed interest in using a fertility preservation decision aid (2.4% vs 25%, p<0.001). CONCLUSION Fear of recurrence was participants' primary concern, presenting an opportunity to develop interventions. Information delivery needs to consider age-specific preferences to better reach the target audience. Fertility is more important to younger women and a fertility preservation decision aid may address this need.
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- Maree Pasvanis
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Royal Women's Hospital, University of Melbourne, Parkville, VIC, Australia
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- Ovarian Cancer Australia, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Royal Women's Hospital, University of Melbourne, Parkville, VIC, Australia
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Royal Women's Hospital, University of Melbourne, Parkville, VIC, Australia.
- Centre for Adolescent Health, Murdoch Children's Research Institute, Parkville, VIC, Australia.
- Department of Paediatrics, University of Melbourne, Parkville, VIC, Australia.
- Centre for Epidemiology and Biostatistics, University of Melbourne, Parkville, VIC, Australia.
- Discipline of Child and Adolescent Health, University of Sydney, Westmead, NSW, Australia.
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Rodriguez GM, Kumar D, Patel MI. "I Have Constant Fear": A National Qualitative Study on the Impact of COVID-19 on Cancer Care and Potential Solutions to Improve the Cancer Care Experience During the COVID-19 Pandemic. JCO Oncol Pract 2023:OP2200550. [PMID: 37155941 DOI: 10.1200/op.22.00550] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/10/2023] Open
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PURPOSE The COVID-19 pandemic has greatly affected cancer care delivery for patients, including cancellation or delays in surveillance imaging, clinic visits, and treatments. Yet, gaps remain in understanding the extent of the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on patients with cancer and potential ways to overcome these impacts. METHODS We conducted semistructured, in-depth, one-on-one qualitative interviews among adults with a past or current history of cancer in the United States. Participants from a parent quantitative survey were purposively sampled to participate in a qualitative interview. Interview questions addressed (1) experiences with cancer care delivery during the COVID-19 pandemic; (2) unmet concerns regarding care and other impacts; and (3) approaches to improve patient experiences. We conducted inductive thematic analysis. RESULTS Fifty-seven interviews were conducted. Four themes emerged: (1) concern regarding the risk of COVID-19 infection among patients with cancer and their families; (2) disruptions in care increased patients' anxiety about poor cancer outcomes and death from cancer; (3) significant social and economic impacts; and (4) increased social isolation and anxiety about the future. Suggestions for current clinical practice include (1) clear communication on patients' health risks; (2) increased attention to mental health needs and access to mental health services; and (3) routine use of telemedicine as frequently as possible when clinically appropriate. CONCLUSION These rich findings reveal the significant impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on patients with cancer and potential approaches to mitigate the impact from the patient perspective. The findings not only inform current cancer care delivery but also health system responses to future public health or environmental crises that may pose a unique health risk for patients with cancer or disrupt their care.
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- Gladys M Rodriguez
- Division of Oncology, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA
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- University of Massachusetts Medical School, Worcester, MA
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- Division of Oncology, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford, CA
- Medical Services, Veterans Affairs Palo Alto Health Care System, Palo Alto, CA
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Li Q, Liu L, Gu Z, Li M, Liu C, Wu H. Sense of coherence mediates perceived social support and depressive and anxiety symptoms in cervical cancer patients: a cross-sectional study. BMC Psychiatry 2023; 23:312. [PMID: 37143028 PMCID: PMC10157999 DOI: 10.1186/s12888-023-04792-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/26/2022] [Accepted: 04/17/2023] [Indexed: 05/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Depression and anxiety symptoms are two common psychological disturbances in cervical cancer patients. We tested whether sense of coherence (SOC) mediates the association of perceived social support (PSS) with depression and anxiety symptoms among cervical cancer patients in China. METHODS We conducted a survey involving 294 cervical cancer patients aged ≥ 18 years from July to December 2020 at three hospitals in Liaoning Province, China; 269 patients completed the survey. We included a demographic questionnaire, the Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support (MSPSS), Antonovsky's Sense of Coherence Scale, the Hamilton Depression Rating Scale, and the Zung Self-Rating Anxiety Scale (SAS) in this study. We used hierarchical regression analysis to examine the relationship among PSS, SOC, and symptoms of depression and anxiety. We used asymptotic and resampling strategies to explore the mediating effect of SOC. RESULTS PSS was negatively associated with depressive symptoms (r = - 0.439, P < 0.01) and anxiety symptoms (r = - 0.325, P < 0.01). SOC was negatively related to depressive symptoms (r = - 0.627, P < 0.01) and anxiety symptoms (r = - 0.411, P < 0.01). SOC partially mediated the association between PSS and depressive symptoms (a*b = - 0.23, BCa95% CI: [- 0.31, - 0.14]) and anxiety symptoms (a*b = - 0.15, BCa95% CI: [- 0.23, - 0.08]). The proportions of the mediating effect accounting for SOC were 49.78% and 41.73% for depressive symptoms and anxiety symptoms, respectively. CONCLUSION The study showed that SOC could mediate the association between PSS and symptoms of depression and anxiety. This suggests that SOC might serve as a potential target for intervention in symptoms of depression and anxiety that accompany cervical cancer.
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- Qi Li
- Department of Social Medicine, School of Public Health, China Medical University, No. 77 Puhe Road, Shenyang North New Area, Shenyang, Liaoning Province, 110122, China
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- Department of Social Medicine, School of Public Health, China Medical University, No. 77 Puhe Road, Shenyang North New Area, Shenyang, Liaoning Province, 110122, China
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- Department of Social Medicine, School of Public Health, China Medical University, No. 77 Puhe Road, Shenyang North New Area, Shenyang, Liaoning Province, 110122, China
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- Department of Social Medicine, School of Public Health, China Medical University, No. 77 Puhe Road, Shenyang North New Area, Shenyang, Liaoning Province, 110122, China
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- College of Medical Information, China Medical University, Shenyang, Liaoning Province, China
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- Department of Social Medicine, School of Public Health, China Medical University, No. 77 Puhe Road, Shenyang North New Area, Shenyang, Liaoning Province, 110122, China.
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Bhardwaj V, Zhang X, Pandey V, Garg M. Neo-vascularization-based therapeutic perspectives in advanced ovarian cancer. Biochim Biophys Acta Rev Cancer 2023; 1878:188888. [PMID: 37001618 DOI: 10.1016/j.bbcan.2023.188888] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/01/2022] [Revised: 02/23/2023] [Accepted: 03/02/2023] [Indexed: 03/30/2023]
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The process of angiogenesis is well described for its potential role in the development of normal ovaries, and physiological functions as well as in the initiation, progression, and metastasis of ovarian cancer (OC). In advanced stages of OC, cancer cells spread outside the ovary to the pelvic, abdomen, lung, or multiple secondary sites. This seriously limits the efficacy of therapeutic options contributing to fatal clinical outcomes. Notably, a variety of angiogenic effectors are produced by the tumor cells to initiate angiogenic processes leading to the development of new blood vessels, which provide essential resources for tumor survival, dissemination, and dormant micro-metastasis of tumor cells. Multiple proangiogenic effectors and their signaling axis have been discovered and functionally characterized for potential clinical utility in OC. In this review, we have provided the current updates on classical and emerging proangiogenic effectors, their signaling axis, and the immune microenvironment contributing to the pathogenesis of OC. Moreover, we have comprehensively reviewed and discussed the significance of the preclinical strategies, drug repurposing, and clinical trials targeting the angiogenic processes that hold promising perspectives for the better management of patients with OC.
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- Vipul Bhardwaj
- Tsinghua Berkeley Shenzhen Institute, Tsinghua Shenzhen International Graduate School, Tsinghua University, Shenzhen 518055, PR China; Institute of Biopharmaceutical and Bioengineering, Tsinghua Shenzhen International Graduate School, Tsinghua University, Shenzhen 518055, PR China
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- Shenzhen Bay Laboratory, Shenzhen 518055, PR China
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- Tsinghua Berkeley Shenzhen Institute, Tsinghua Shenzhen International Graduate School, Tsinghua University, Shenzhen 518055, PR China; Institute of Biopharmaceutical and Bioengineering, Tsinghua Shenzhen International Graduate School, Tsinghua University, Shenzhen 518055, PR China.
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- Amity Institute of Molecular Medicine and Stem Cell Research, Amity University Uttar Pradesh, Sector-125, Noida 201301, India.
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Osann K, Wenzel L, McKinney C, Wagner L, Cella D, Fulci G, Scroggins MJ, Lankes HA, Wang V, Nephew KP, Maxwell GL, Mok SC, Conrads TP, Miller A, Birrer M. Fear of recurrence, emotional well-being and quality of life among long-term advanced ovarian cancer survivors. Gynecol Oncol 2023; 171:151-158. [PMID: 36905875 PMCID: PMC10681156 DOI: 10.1016/j.ygyno.2023.02.015] [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: 11/01/2022] [Revised: 02/17/2023] [Accepted: 02/24/2023] [Indexed: 03/11/2023]
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OBJECTIVE Although advanced stage epithelial ovarian cancer is widely considered life-threatening, 17% of women with advanced disease will survive long-term. Little is known about the health-related quality of life (QOL) of long-term ovarian cancer survivors, or how fear of recurrence might affect QOL. METHODS 58 long-term survivors with advanced disease participated in the study. Participants completed standardized questionnaires to capture cancer history, QOL, and fear of recurrent disease (FOR). Statistical analyses included multivariable linear models. RESULTS Participants averaged 52.8 years at diagnosis and had survived >8 years (mean:13.5); 64% had recurrent disease. Mean FACT-G, FACT-O, and FACT-O-TOI (TOI) scores were 90.7 (SD:11.6), 128.6 (SD:14.8), and 85.9 (SD:10.2) respectively. Compared to the U.S. population using T-scores, QOL for participants exceeded that of healthy adults (T-score (FACT-G) = 55.9). Overall QOL was lower in women with recurrent vs. non-recurrent disease though differences did not reach statistical significance (FACT-O = 126.1 vs. 133.3, p = 0.082). Despite good QOL, high FOR was reported in 27%. FOR was inversely associated with emotional well-being (EWB) (p < 0.001), but not associated with other QOL subdomains. In multivariable analysis, FOR was a significant predictor of EWB after adjusting for QOL (TOI). A significant interaction was observed between recurrence and FOR (p = 0.034), supporting a larger impact of FOR in recurrent disease. CONCLUSION QOL in long-term ovarian cancer survivors was better than the average for healthy U.S. women. Despite good QOL, high FOR contributed significantly to increased emotional distress, most notably for those with recurrence. Attention to FOR may be warranted in this survivor population.
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- Kathryn Osann
- Department of Medicine and Program in Public Health, University of California, 839 Health Sciences Rd, Irvine, CA 92697, USA.
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- Department of Medicine and Program in Public Health, University of California, 839 Health Sciences Rd, Irvine, CA 92697, USA.
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- Department of Medicine and Program in Public Health, University of California, 839 Health Sciences Rd, Irvine, CA 92697, USA.
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- Department of Social Sciences and Health Policy, Wake Forest University, 475 Vine Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27101, USA.
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- Department of Medical Social Sciences, Northwestern University Health System, 633 N St Clair St, Chicago, IL 60611, USA.
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- GlaxoSmithKline, 1000 Winter St, Waltham, MA 02451, USA
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- International Gynecology Cancer Society, PO Box 170645, Austin, TX 78717, USA
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- The GOG Foundation, Inc., Edgewater, MD 21037, USA; Division of Gynecologic Oncology, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, OH 43210, USA.
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- Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Department of Data Science, 450 Brookline Ave LC1052 or LC9310, Boston, MA 02215, USA.
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- Medical Sciences Program, Indiana University School of Medicine-Bloomington, 1001 E 3rd St, Bloomington, IN, 47405, USA.
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- Women's Health Integrated Research Center at Inova Health System, Women's Service Line, Inova Health System, 8110 Gatehouse Rd, Falls Church, VA 22042, USA.
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- Department of Gynecological Oncology & Reproductive Medicine, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, P.O. Box 301439, Houston, TX 77230, USA.
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- Women's Health Integrated Research Center at Inova Health System, Women's Service Line, Inova Health System, 8110 Gatehouse Rd, Falls Church, VA 22042, USA.
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- Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, 665 Elm St, Buffalo, NY 14203, USA.
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- Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, 4301 W. Markham St, Little Rock, AR 72205, USA.
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Yang Y, Qi H, Li W, Liu T, Xu W, Zhao S, Yang F, Humphris G, Chen Y, Sun H. Predictors and trajectories of fear of cancer recurrence in Chinese breast cancer patients. J Psychosom Res 2023; 166:111177. [PMID: 36739729 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpsychores.2023.111177] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/17/2022] [Revised: 01/06/2023] [Accepted: 01/28/2023] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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OBJECTIVE Fear of cancer recurrence (FCR) is one of the most common and aversive psychological phenomena among cancer patients. This study explored the trajectories of FCR over the 18 months following discharge, and evaluated the associations between baseline demographic and clinical variables and FCR trajectories among Chinese women treated for breast cancer. METHODS This is a longitudinal prospective study. All participants were asked to completed a battery of questionnaires (FCR-7, PHQ-9, GAD-7 and MPQ-VAS) at baseline, 6, 12, and 18 months after discharge. Generalized linear mixed model and group-based trajectory analyses were conducted. RESULTS Three hundred women with breast cancer were recruited. Latent class growth modeling analysis showed that three-group trajectory solution was the best fitting (i.e., 'intermediate level-stable group' (63.3%), 'low level-increasing group' (18.3%), and 'high level-decreasing group' (18.3%). Patients reported significant higher FCR at baseline assessment compared to other time points. Significant positive associations were found between anxiety, depression and FCR. Patients who had no baseline depression (estimate = -2.14, 95% CI: -2.78-(-1.51), P < 0.001) or anxiety (estimate = -2.77, 95% CI: -3.44-(-2.10), P < 0.001) tended to report significant lower FCRs over time. Women with none/mild life stress exhibited significant lower FCRs than those with moderate/high life stress, and participants with a family history of cancer or pessimism reported higher FCRs. CONCLUSION >60% of the breast cancer women showed intermediate level-stable FCRs over the 18 months after discharge. Baseline anxiety, depression, life stress, family cancer history and pessimism predicts higher FCR levels. Clinical teams responsible for continuing patient care following treatment should develop clearer strategies for management of FCR.
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- Yuan Yang
- Guangdong Mental Health Center, Guangdong Provincial People's Hospital (Guangdong Academy of Medical Sciences), Southern Medical University, Guangzhou 510080, China.
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- The National Clinical Research Center for Mental Disorders & Beijing Key Laboratory of Mental Disorders, Beijing Anding Hospital & the Advanced Innovation Center for Human Brain Protection, Capital Medical University, Beijing 100000, China
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- Department of Psychiatry, Guangdong 999 Brain Hospital, Guangzhou 510515, China
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- Department of Psychiatry, Southern Medical University Nanfang Hospital, Guangzhou 510515, China
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- The Second School of Clinical Medicine, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou 510515, China; Department of Radiotherapy, Cancer Center, Guangdong Provincial People's Hospital (Guangdong Academy of Medical Sciences), Southern Medical University, Guangzhou 510080, China
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- Department of Radiotherapy, Cancer Center, Guangdong Provincial People's Hospital (Guangdong Academy of Medical Sciences), Southern Medical University, Guangzhou 510080, China
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- Guangdong Mental Health Center, Guangdong Provincial People's Hospital (Guangdong Academy of Medical Sciences), Southern Medical University, Guangzhou 510080, China.
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- Division of Population and Behavioural Sciences, Medical School, University of St Andrews, St Andrews KY16 9TF, UK.
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- School of Nursing, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou 510515, China.
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- Department of Radiotherapy, Cancer Center, Guangdong Provincial People's Hospital (Guangdong Academy of Medical Sciences), Southern Medical University, Guangzhou 510080, China.
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Ovarian Cancer in a Northern Italian Province and the Multidisciplinary Team. Cancers (Basel) 2022; 15:cancers15010299. [PMID: 36612295 PMCID: PMC9818153 DOI: 10.3390/cancers15010299] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/07/2022] [Revised: 12/29/2022] [Accepted: 12/29/2022] [Indexed: 01/03/2023] Open
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Ovarian cancer represents one of the most aggressive female cancers in the world, remaining a tumor with high lethality. This study aims to present how a multidisciplinary team (MDT) approach can improve the prognosis in terms of recurrence and death of patients. In total, 448 ovarian cancer cases registered in an Italian Cancer Registry between 2012 and 2020 were included. Information on age, morphology, stage, and treatment was collected. Recurrence and death rates were reported 1 and 2 years after diagnosis, comparing MDT vs. non-MDT approaches. Ninety-three percent had microscopic confirmation, and most showed cystic-mucinous morphology. In total, 50% were older than 65 years old. The distribution by stage was 17.6%, 4%, 44.9%, and 32.6% for stages I, II, III, and IV, respectively. The women followed by the MDT were 24.1%. Disease-free survival 1-year post-diagnosis, recurrences, recurrences-deaths, and deaths were 67.5%, 14.5%, 8.4%, and 9.6%, respectively, better than the non-MDT group (46.2%, 13.2%, 20.8 %, and 19.8%, respectively) (p < 0.01). The same positive results were confirmed two years after diagnosis, particularly for stages III and IV. Albeit small numbers, the study confirms a better prognosis for women managed by MDT with fewer recurrences and deaths, especially within the first 24 months of diagnosis.
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Pozzar RA, Xiong N, Hong F, Wright AA, Goff BA, Underhill-Blazey ML, Tulsky JA, Hammer MJ, Berry DL. How does patient-centered communication in ovarian cancer care enhance patient well-being? A mixed methods study. Gynecol Oncol 2022; 167:261-268. [PMID: 36057465 DOI: 10.1016/j.ygyno.2022.08.019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/31/2022] [Revised: 07/15/2022] [Accepted: 08/24/2022] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Greater perceived patient-centered communication (PCC) is associated with better health-related quality of life (HRQoL) in patients with ovarian cancer. Quantitative measures of PCC and HRQoL do little to explain this association. We interviewed patients with high and low ratings of PCC to understand how it is associated with HRQoL. METHODS Explanatory sequential mixed methods study. Participants were English-speaking U.S. adults with ovarian cancer. We assessed PCC with the Patient-Centered Communication - Cancer (PCC-Ca)-36 (possible score range 1-5; higher scores represent greater patient-centeredness), and purposively sampled 14 participants with total scores in the top and bottom quartiles. Participants completed individual, semi-structured interviews about their communication experiences. Guided by the National Cancer Institute Framework for PCC in Cancer Care, we analyzed interview transcripts using directed content analysis. We integrated survey and interview findings in a joint display. RESULTS Among 176 survey respondents, PCC-Ca-36 total scores ranged from 1.7 to 5.0. Participants with scores in the top quartile (4.8-5.0) perceived clinicians as proactive and attentive to psychosocial concerns. Those with scores in the bottom quartile (1.7-3.5) described not feeling known as an individual and receiving limited support for self-management. CONCLUSIONS The association between PCC and QoL may be partially explained by differences in perceived support for psychosocial concerns and self-management. PCC may facilitate receipt of proactive, personalized care.
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- Rachel A Pozzar
- Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA, USA; Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA.
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- Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA, USA
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- Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA, USA; Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
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- Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA, USA; Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
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- Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA, USA; Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
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- Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, MA, USA; Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
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Durosini I, Triberti S, Savioni L, Sebri V, Pravettoni G. The Role of Emotion-Related Abilities in the Quality of Life of Breast Cancer Survivors: A Systematic Review. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2022; 19:12704. [PMID: 36232004 PMCID: PMC9566755 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph191912704] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/08/2022] [Revised: 09/27/2022] [Accepted: 09/29/2022] [Indexed: 05/29/2023]
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Breast cancer survivors have to deal with notable challenges even after successful treatment, such as body image issues, depression and anxiety, the stress related to changes in lifestyle, and the continual challenges inherent to health management. The literature suggests that emotional abilities, such as emotional intelligence, emotion management, mood repair, and coping play a fundamental role in such challenges. We performed a systematic review to systematize the evidence available on the role of emotional abilities in quality of life and health management in breast cancer survivors. The search was performed on three scientific databases (Pubmed, Scopus, and PsycINFO) and, after applying exclusion criteria, yielded 33 studies, mainly of a cross-sectional nature. The results clearly support the hypothesis that emotional abilities play multiple important roles in breast cancer survivors' quality of life. Specifically, the review highlighted that coping/emotional management plays multiple roles in breast cancer survivors' well-being and health management, affecting vitality and general adjustment to cancer positivity and promoting benefit findings related to the cancer experience; however, rare negative results exist in the literature. This review highlights the relevance of emotional abilities to promoting quality of life in breast cancer survivors. Future review efforts may explore other breast cancer survivors' emotional abilities, aiming at assessing available instruments and proposing tailored psychological interventions.
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- Ilaria Durosini
- Applied Research Division for Cognitive and Psychological Science, IEO, European Institute of Oncology IRCCS, 20141 Milan, Italy
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- Applied Research Division for Cognitive and Psychological Science, IEO, European Institute of Oncology IRCCS, 20141 Milan, Italy
- Department of Oncology and Hemato-Oncology, University of Milan, 20123 Milan, Italy
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- Applied Research Division for Cognitive and Psychological Science, IEO, European Institute of Oncology IRCCS, 20141 Milan, Italy
- Department of Oncology and Hemato-Oncology, University of Milan, 20123 Milan, Italy
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- Applied Research Division for Cognitive and Psychological Science, IEO, European Institute of Oncology IRCCS, 20141 Milan, Italy
- Department of Oncology and Hemato-Oncology, University of Milan, 20123 Milan, Italy
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- Applied Research Division for Cognitive and Psychological Science, IEO, European Institute of Oncology IRCCS, 20141 Milan, Italy
- Department of Oncology and Hemato-Oncology, University of Milan, 20123 Milan, Italy
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Fang Y, Zhao J, Guo X, Dai Y, Zhang H, Yin F, Zhang X, Sun C, Han Z, Wang H, Han Y. Establishment, immunological analysis, and drug prediction of a prognostic signature of ovarian cancer related to histone acetylation. Front Pharmacol 2022; 13:947252. [PMID: 36172179 PMCID: PMC9510621 DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2022.947252] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/18/2022] [Accepted: 07/26/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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In recent years, epigenetic modifications have been increasingly regarded as an important hallmark of cancer. Histone acetylation, as an important part of epigenetic modification, plays a key role in the progress, treatment, and prognosis of many cancers. In this study, based on the TCGA database, we performed LASSO regression and the Cox algorithm to establish a prognostic signature of ovarian cancer associated with histone acetylation modulator genes and verified it externally in the GEO database. Subsequently, we performed an immunological bioinformatics analysis of the model from multiple perspectives using the CIBERSORT algorithm, ESTIMATE algorithm, and TIDE algorithm to verify the accuracy of the model. Based on the prognostic model, we divided ovarian cancer patients into high-risk and low-risk groups, and assessed survival and the efficacy of accepting immunosuppressive therapy. In addition, based on the analysis of characteristics of the model, we also screened targeted drugs for high-risk patients and predicted potential drugs that inhibit platinum resistance through the connectivity map method. We ultimately constructed a histone acetylation modulator-related signature containing 10 histone acetylation modulators, among which HDAC1, HDAC10, and KAT7 can act as independent prognostic factors for ovarian cancer and are related to poor prognosis. In the analysis of the tumor microenvironment, the proportion of the B-infiltrating cells and the macrophages was significantly different between the high- and low-risk groups. Also, the samples with high-risk scores had higher tumor purity and lower immune scores. In terms of treatment, patients in the high-risk group who received immunotherapy had a higher likelihood of immune escape or rejection and were less likely to respond to platinum/paclitaxel therapy. Finally, we screened 20 potential drugs that could target the model for reference.
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- Yujie Fang
- School of Life and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian, China
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- School of Life and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian, China
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- School of Life and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian, China
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- Department of Radiotherapy, Yingkou Central Hospital, Yingkou, China
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- School of Life and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian, China
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- School of Life and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian, China
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- School of Life and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian, China
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- School of Life and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian, China
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- Department of Pathology, Yingkou Fangda Hospital, Yingkou, China
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- School of Life and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian, China
- *Correspondence: Yanshuo Han, ;, Hecheng Wang,
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- School of Life and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Dalian University of Technology, Dalian, China
- *Correspondence: Yanshuo Han, ;, Hecheng Wang,
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Rasmussen LA, Jensen H, Pedersen AF, Vedsted P. Fear of cancer recurrence at 2.5 years after a cancer diagnosis: a cross-sectional study in Denmark. Support Care Cancer 2022; 30:9171-9180. [PMID: 36042017 DOI: 10.1007/s00520-022-07335-5] [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: 09/29/2021] [Accepted: 08/18/2022] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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PURPOSE The aim was to investigate the characteristics of cancer survivors with high levels of fear of cancer recurrence, and how such fear is associated with their needs for care. METHODS This cross-sectional study was based on survey data from Danish cancer survivors at 2.5 years after a cancer diagnosis. These data were linked to nationwide register data. We used the 7-item Fear of Cancer Recurrence Inventory (FCR7) to measure fear of cancer recurrence, focussing on emotional, cognitive and behavioural reactions to such fear. The FCR7 score was dichotomised at the 75th percentile. A logistic regression model was used to analyse the associations between a high level of fear of cancer recurrence and (1) characteristics of patient and primary cancer and (2) cancer survivors' statements concerning follow-up for cancer. RESULTS We included 1538 cancer survivors in the study. The median FCR7 score was 18 (interquartile interval: 13-21), and 366 (23.8%) respondents had an FCR7 score of > 21, defined as a high level of fear. In the adjusted analyses, a high level of fear was associated with female sex, younger age, comorbidity, advanced tumour stage and negative statements concerning follow-up, including feeling less safe in the follow-up programme. Fear was not related to the professional background of care providers involved in cancer follow-up. CONCLUSION Fear of cancer recurrence was associated with female sex, younger age, comorbidity, advanced tumour stage and discontent with cancer follow-up.
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- Research Unit for General Practice, Bartholins Allé 2, 8000, Aarhus, Denmark
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- Research Unit for General Practice, Bartholins Allé 2, 8000, Aarhus, Denmark
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Identification of Malignant Cell Populations Associated with Poor Prognosis in High-Grade Serous Ovarian Cancer Using Single-Cell RNA Sequencing. Cancers (Basel) 2022; 14:cancers14153580. [PMID: 35892844 PMCID: PMC9331511 DOI: 10.3390/cancers14153580] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/31/2022] [Revised: 07/18/2022] [Accepted: 07/18/2022] [Indexed: 12/10/2022] Open
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Simple Summary Ovarian cancer has a high recurrence rate (~75%), and tumor heterogeneity is associated with such tumor recurrence. However, it is still poorly understood in ovarian cancer. To reveal tumor heterogeneity, we performed single-cell RNA sequencing (RNA-seq) of serous ovarian cancer cells from four different patients: two with primary carcinoma, one with recurrent carcinoma, and one with carcinoma treated with interval debulking surgery. As a result, we found two malignant tumor cell subtypes associated with poor prognosis. One malignant population included the earliest cancer cells and cancer stem-like cells. SLC3A1 and PEG10 were identified as the marker genes of cancer-initiating cells. The other malignant population expressing CA125 (MUC16), the most common biomarker for ovarian cancer, is associated with a decrease in the number of tumor-infiltrating cytotoxic T lymphocytes (CTLs). Our findings will offer new markers for diagnosis and choosing treatments targeting the malignant populations in ovarian cancer. Abstract To reveal tumor heterogeneity in ovarian cancer, we performed single-cell RNA sequencing (RNA-seq). We obtained The Cancer Genome Atlas (TCGA) survival data and TCGA gene expression data for a Kaplan–Meier plot showing the association of each tumor population with poor prognosis. As a result, we found two malignant tumor cell subtypes associated with poor prognosis. Next, we performed trajectory analysis using scVelo and Monocle3 and cell–cell interaction analysis using CellphoneDB. We found that one malignant population included the earliest cancer cells and cancer stem-like cells. Furthermore, we identified SLC3A1 and PEG10 as the marker genes of cancer-initiating cells. The other malignant population expressing CA125 (MUC16) is associated with a decrease in the number of tumor-infiltrating cytotoxic T lymphocytes (CTLs). Moreover, cell–cell interaction analysis implied that interactions mediated by LGALS9 and GAS6, expressed by this malignant population, caused the CTL suppression. The results of this study suggest that two tumor cell populations, including a cancer-initiating cell population and a population expressing CA125, survive the initial treatment and suppress antitumor immunity, respectively, and are associated with poor prognosis. Our findings offer a new understanding of ovarian cancer heterogeneity and will aid in the development of diagnostic tools and treatments.
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Tsao Y, Kuo HC, Chen ZJ, Liou WS, Creedy DK. A longitudinal study to explore unmet care needs, social support and hope of women with gynaecological cancer. Nurs Health Sci 2022; 24:742-751. [PMID: 35841279 DOI: 10.1111/nhs.12975] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/08/2022] [Revised: 06/23/2022] [Accepted: 07/13/2022] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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The experience of a life-threatening illness, such as cancer, can have an array of health impacts and social and psychological well-being can be comprised. This study compared differences in unmet care needs, social support, and hope of Taiwanese women with either newly diagnosed (n = 72) or recurring (n = 39) gynaecological cancer at baseline (T0) and three follow-up surveys every two months (T1; T2; T3). Sociodemographic questions and three standardized self-administered questionnaires were used. The Generalized Estimating Equations (GEE) method was used to analyse data. Women with recurrent cancer reported higher levels of care needs and lower levels of hope than those with a primary diagnosis. Significant positive correlations between social support and hope scores were observed for women with recurring cancer at T1 and T2. However, these women reported less hope at T3 compared to those with a primary diagnosis. Routine assessment of women's care needs related to their medical condition and provision of different kinds of support can aim to improve well-being and their hope for the future.
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- Ying Tsao
- Department of Nursing, Tzu Chi University, Hualien, Taiwan, Province of China
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- Department of Nursing, Kaohsiung Veterans General Hospital, Kaohsiung, Taiwan, Province of China
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- Department of Nursing, Kaohsiung Veterans General Hospital, Kaohsiung, Taiwan, Province of China
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- Kaohsiung Veterans General Hospital, Kaohsiung, Taiwan, Province of China
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- School of Nursing & Midwifery, Griffith University, Nathan, Queensland, Australia
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Uncertainty is high in the ovarian cancer context; yet, limited research has focused on how uncertainty is experienced and managed by patients/survivors. This study, thus, examined sources and management of uncertainty among ovarian cancer patients/survivors. It analyzed qualitative interview data from 28 patients/survivors and found that possibility of disease recurrence, limited social buffer, and exposure to death contributed to uncertainties in women about finances, health, and relationships. Depending on how uncertainties were appraised, women managed these by adapting, regulating social interaction, or maintaining a sense of control. Also, survivor guilt was identified as a component of ovarian cancer survivorship.
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- Dinah A Tetteh
- Department of Communication, Arkansas State University, Jonesboro, AR, USA.,School of Media and Communication, Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, OH, USA
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Quality of Life of Gynaeoncology Patients and Family Caregivers. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2022; 19:ijerph19116450. [PMID: 35682034 PMCID: PMC9180710 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph19116450] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/28/2022] [Revised: 05/23/2022] [Accepted: 05/24/2022] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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The quality of life of both gynaeoncology patients and their family caregivers is affected by disease. This was a cross-sectional study of gynaeoncology patients and their caregivers in a gynaeoncology clinic and ward in a tertiary centre from 1 November 2017 until 30 April 2018. EQ-5D-5L and SF-36 questionnaires were used for the assessment of quality of life. Sociodemographic characteristics and the quality of life of both patients and caregivers were studied. There were 176 patients approached and 7 patients declined to participate in the study, giving the response rate of 95.9%. A total of 169 patients were recruited and consented to this study. Whereas, for SF-36, five domains that were physical functioning, role limitation due to physical health, energy, pain, and general health were statistically significant between both groups (p < 0.05). Factors that favoured a high quality of life in patients were an early stage of cancer and the absence of comorbidities. While for caregivers, being single or educated was associated with a better quality of life. In our study, we found that the quality of life of gynaeoncology patients was lower than their caregivers based on EQ-5D-5L and SF-36 questionnaires.
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Understanding the Experience of Canadian Women Living with Ovarian Cancer through the Every Woman Study TM. Curr Oncol 2022; 29:3318-3340. [PMID: 35621661 PMCID: PMC9139742 DOI: 10.3390/curroncol29050271] [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: 03/29/2022] [Revised: 04/30/2022] [Accepted: 05/03/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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The Every Woman StudyTM: Canadian Edition is the most comprehensive study to date exploring patient-reported experiences of ovarian cancer (OC) on a national scale. An online survey conducted in Fall 2020 included individuals diagnosed with OC in Canada, reporting responses from 557 women from 11 Canadian provinces/territories. Median age at diagnosis was 54 (11−80), 61% were diagnosed between 2016−2020, 59% were stage III/IV and all subtypes of OC were represented. Overall, 23% had a family history of OC, 75% had genetic testing and 19% reported having a BRCA1/2 mutation. Most (87%) had symptoms prior to diagnosis. A timely diagnosis of OC (≤3 months from first presentation with symptoms) was predicted by age (>50) or abdominal pain/persistent bloating as the primary symptom. Predictors of an acute diagnosis (<1 month) included region, ER/urgent care doctor as first healthcare provider or stage III/IV disease. Regional differences in genetic testing, treatments and clinical trial participation were also noted. Respondents cited substantial physical, emotional, practical and financial impacts of an OC diagnosis. Our national survey has revealed differences in the pathway to diagnosis and post-diagnostic care among Canadian women with OC, with region, initial healthcare provider, specific symptoms and age playing key roles. We have identified many opportunities to improve both clinical and supportive care of OC patients across the country.
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Peerenboom R, Ackroyd SA, Chang C, Diaz Moore E, Jenkins Vogel T, Lippitt MH, Rodriguez G, Kirschner Concept development CV. Surviving and thriving: what do survivors of gynecologic cancer want? Gynecol Oncol Rep 2022; 41:101011. [PMID: 35663850 PMCID: PMC9160655 DOI: 10.1016/j.gore.2022.101011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/28/2022] [Revised: 05/16/2022] [Accepted: 05/21/2022] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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Gynecologic cancer survivors’ top concern was fear of cancer recurrence. Nutrition and weight loss were the most desired survivorship program components. Survivorship concerns/preferences varied by clinical and demographic factors.
The purpose of this study was to characterize survivorship concerns and survivorship program preferences among gynecologic cancer survivors. Women treated for gynecologic malignancy at our cancer center were surveyed from 1/2019 to 10/2020 on concerns and preferences using a 5-point Likert scale. Descriptive analysis and multivariable logistic regression were performed to describe survivors’ concerns/preferences. The most frequent survivorship concerns were fear of cancer recurrence (49.6%), desire to lose weight (40.0%), and long-term side effects (30.7%). The highest ranked survivorship program components included assistance with nutrition (36.5%), weight loss (30.4%), and stress reduction (29.0%). Older patients (≥64 y) were less likely to report concern with losing weight (OR 0.26, p < 0.05), sex life (OR 0.18, p < 0.01), and strain in family relationships (OR 0.27, p < 0.05) compared with younger patients. Compared with ovarian/fallopian tube/primary peritoneal cancer survivors, endometrial cancer survivors were less likely to desire nutritional education (OR 0.06, p < 0.01). Participants with advanced cancer were less likely to desire assistance with weight loss than those with early stage cancer (OR 0.23, p < 0.05). A significant portion of gynecologic cancer survivors reported a fear of cancer recurrence. Assistance with nutrition and weight loss were the most desired survivorship program components. Variation in patient preferences and differences among clinical subgroups highlight the need for tailored survivorship care.
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Lee YJ, Jang H, Campbell G, Carenini G, Thomas T, Donovan H. Identifying Language Features Associated With Needs of Ovarian Cancer Patients and Caregivers Using Social Media. Cancer Nurs 2022; 45:E639-E645. [PMID: 33577203 DOI: 10.1097/ncc.0000000000000928] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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BACKGROUND Online health communities (OHCs) can be a source for clinicians to learn the needs of cancer patients and caregivers. Ovarian cancer (OvCa) patients and caregivers deal with a wide range of unmet needs, many of which are expressed in OHCs. An automated need classification model could help clinicians more easily understand and prioritize information available in the OHCs. OBJECTIVE The aim of this study was to use initial OHC postings to develop an automated model for the classification of OvCa patient and caregiver needs. METHODS We collected data from the OvCa OHC and analyzed the initial postings of patients and caregivers (n = 853). Two annotators coded each posting with 12 types of needs. Then, we applied the machine learning approach with bag-of-words features to build a model to classify needs. F1 score, an indicator of model accuracy, was used to evaluate the model. RESULTS The most reported needs were information, social, psychological/emotional, and physical. Thirty-nine percent of postings described information and social needs in the same posting. Our model reported a high level of accuracy for classifying those top needs. Psychological terms were important for classifying psychological/emotional and social needs. Medical terms were important for physical and information needs. CONCLUSIONS We demonstrate the potential of using OHCs to supplement traditional needs assessment. Further research would incorporate additional information (eg, trajectory, stage) for more sophisticated models. IMPLICATIONS FOR PRACTICE This study shows the potential of automated classification to leverage OHCs for needs assessment. Our approach can be applied to different types of cancer and enhanced by using domain-specific information.
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- Young Ji Lee
- Author Affiliations: School of Nursing (Drs Lee, Campbell, Thomas, and Donovan) and School of Medicine (Drs Lee and Donovan), University of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; Department of Computer Science, University of British Columbia (Drs Jang and Carenini), Vancouver, Canada; and School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Pittsburgh (Dr Campbell), Pennsylvania
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Dal Cortivo G, Dell’Orco D. Calcium- and Integrin-Binding Protein 2 (CIB2) in Physiology and Disease: Bright and Dark Sides. Int J Mol Sci 2022; 23:ijms23073552. [PMID: 35408910 PMCID: PMC8999013 DOI: 10.3390/ijms23073552] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/26/2022] [Revised: 03/19/2022] [Accepted: 03/22/2022] [Indexed: 12/04/2022] Open
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Calcium- and integrin-binding protein 2 (CIB2) is a small EF-hand protein capable of binding Mg2+ and Ca2+ ions. While its biological function remains largely unclear, an increasing number of studies have shown that CIB2 is an essential component of the mechano-transduction machinery that operates in cochlear hair cells. Mutations in the gene encoding CIB2 have been associated with non-syndromic deafness. In addition to playing an important role in the physiology of hearing, CIB2 has been implicated in a multitude of very different processes, ranging from integrin signaling in platelets and skeletal muscle to autophagy, suggesting extensive functional plasticity. In this review, we summarize the current understanding of biochemical and biophysical properties of CIB2 and the biological roles that have been proposed for the protein in a variety of processes. We also highlight the many molecular aspects that remain unclarified and deserve further investigation.
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Posttraumatic growth and its association with unmet supportive care needs and fear of cancer progression among head and neck cancer patients. PLoS One 2022; 17:e0265502. [PMID: 35290419 PMCID: PMC8923508 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0265502] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/20/2021] [Accepted: 03/02/2022] [Indexed: 01/04/2023] Open
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Background and aims The assessment of supportive care needs and fear of cancer progression are important variables to be considered when evaluating the psychological aspects of cancer patients. However, data on how these variables affect posttraumatic growth (PTG) are lacking. This study aimed to investigate the level of PTG among head and neck cancer (HNC) patients within the first year of cancer diagnosis and to determine the association between unmet supportive care needs, fear of cancer progression, and the level of PTG. Methods Participants were administered socio-demographic and clinical characteristics questionnaire; the 34-item Supportive Care Needs Survey (SCNS-34) to measure the unmet needs; 12-item Fear of Progression Questionnaire-Short Form (FoP-Q-SF) to measure the fear of progression of cancer; and the Posttraumatic Growth Inventory—Short Form (PTGI-SF) to measure the degree of PTG. Results A total of 190 HNC participants reported a mean total PTGI-SF score of 39.3 (standard deviation = 9.5). General linear model revealed that higher degree of patients’ physical and daily living unmet needs and fear of cancer progression significantly predicted lower PTG, after controlling for sociodemographic and clinical factors. Conclusion HNC patients within the first year of cancer diagnosis reported a high level of PTG. Despite that, psychosocial intervention for HNC patients should emphasize on counteracting patients’ physical and daily living unmet needs and fear of cancer progression to improve the psychological well-being of patients.
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Yang Z, Liu X, Yang X, Liao QP. Second primary malignancies after ovarian cancer: A SEER-based analysis (1975-2016). Taiwan J Obstet Gynecol 2022; 61:80-85. [PMID: 35181052 DOI: 10.1016/j.tjog.2021.11.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 08/06/2021] [Indexed: 10/19/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE To investigate the risk of occurrence of second primary malignancies (SPMs) in survivors of ovarian cancer (OC) using large data from the Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results (SEER) database. MATERIALS AND METHODS Multiple primaries standardized incidence ratios (MP-SIRs) to calculate the risk of developing second primary malignancies after a diagnosis of ovarian cancer. RESULTS Of our included 59,880 women with OC, 3972 cases (6.6%) developed 4495 s primary malignancies over an average follow-up period of 114.39 (±102.66) months. Overall, the risk of occurrence of second primary malignancies after a diagnosis of OC was greater than what would be expected for a reference US population (SIR = 1.05, 95%CI = 1.02-1.08, p-value < 0.05). The occurrence of second myeloid malignancies and second thyroid cancer were most notable across our latency periods. Among the most significant second primary malignancies by latency were malignancies of the appendix (SIR = 14.04, 95%CI = 5.65-28.93, p-value <0.05) at 2-11 months, the small intestine (SIR = 3.15, 95%CI = 1.76-5.2, p-value <0.05) at 12-59 months, and the urinary bladder (SIR = 1.63, 95%CI = 1.3-2.02, p-value <0.05) after 10 years of an OC diagnosis. CONCLUSION Women with OC are at significant risk for the development of second primary malignancies across all sites, as compared to a reference US population, and may benefit from second primary malignancies site-specific screening post-diagnosis.
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- Zihui Yang
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Beijing Tsinghua Changgung Hospital, School of Clinical Medicine, Tsinghua University, Beijing, 102218, China.
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- Department of Reproductive Medicine, Shenyang 204 Hospital, Liaoning, 110000, China.
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Beijing Tsinghua Changgung Hospital, School of Clinical Medicine, Tsinghua University, Beijing, 102218, China.
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Beijing Tsinghua Changgung Hospital, School of Clinical Medicine, Tsinghua University, Beijing, 102218, China.
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Sharpe L, Michalowski M, Richmond B, Menzies RE, Shaw J. Fear of Progression in chronic illnesses other than cancer: A systematic review and meta-analysis of a transdiagnostic construct. Health Psychol Rev 2022; 17:301-320. [PMID: 35132937 DOI: 10.1080/17437199.2022.2039744] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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Fear of cancer recurrence (FCR) is the most common psychosocial issue amongst cancer survivors. However, fear of progression (FoP) has been studied outside of the cancer context. This review aimed to: (1) meta-synthesize qualitative studies of FoP in illnesses other than cancer; and (2) quantify the relationship between FoP and anxiety, depression, and quality of life (QoL) in non-cancer chronic illnesses. We identified 25 qualitative and 11 quantitative studies in a range of chronic illnesses. Participants described fears of progression and recurrence of their illness, including fears of dying, and fears of becoming a burden to family. Fears were often triggered by downward comparison (i.e. seeing people worse off than themselves). Participants coped in different ways, including by accepting the illness or seeking knowledge. Those for whom these fears caused distress reported hypervigilance to physical symptoms and avoidance. Distress, and seeking information, were associated with adherence. In quantitative analyses, FoP was moderately associated with QoL, and strongly associated with anxiety and depression. These results suggest that FoP in illnesses other than cancer is similar to FCR. FoP appears to be an important transdiagnostic construct associated with distress. Evidence-based FCR interventions could be adapted to better manage FoP in other illnesses.
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- School of Psychology, Faculty of Science, The University of Sydney, NSW 2006
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- School of Psychology, Faculty of Science, The University of Sydney, NSW 2006
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- School of Psychology, Faculty of Science, The University of Sydney, NSW 2006
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- School of Psychology, Faculty of Science, The University of Sydney, NSW 2006
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- School of Psychology, Faculty of Science, The University of Sydney, NSW 2006.,Psycho-Oncology Co-operative Group (POCOG), The University of Sydney, NSW 2006
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Petricone-Westwood D, Stragapede E, Galica J, Hales S, Lebel S. An Investigation of Fear of Recurrence, Attachment and Caregiving Experiences among Ovarian Cancer Partner-Caregivers. Psychooncology 2022; 31:1136-1143. [PMID: 35137486 DOI: 10.1002/pon.5901] [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: 07/19/2021] [Revised: 12/20/2021] [Accepted: 01/21/2022] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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OBJECTIVES Fear of cancer recurrence (FCR) is a common concern for both cancer patients and their caregivers. Attachment insecurity is an established contributor to poorer mental health, particularly as it relates to social support. This study sought to evaluate whether attachment and caregiver experiences in cancer care were predictors of FCR. METHODS A cross-sectional questionnaire study involving partner-caregivers of patients with ovarian cancer was conducted. Correlation analyses and multiple hierarchical regressions were used to determine the roles of attachment and caregiving experiences in cancer care on FCR, including the possible moderating role of attachment on the relationship between caregiving experiences and FCR. RESULTS Participants (n=82) mostly identified as white men, had post-secondary education and incomes of over $100,000 CAD, and cared for patients with advanced ovarian cancer. Forty percent of participants had clinically elevated FCR. Among the evaluated caregiving experiences in cancer care, caregiving workload (r=0.33; p=0.005), needing more help from healthcare providers (r=0.28; p=0.02), and lacking time for social relations because of caregiving (r=0.47; p<0.001) correlated with FCR. Attachment anxiety correlated significantly with FCR (r=0.43; p<0.001), but attachment avoidance did not. Attachment anxiety (ΔR2 =0.14; p=0.002) and lacking time for social relations (ΔR2 =0.18; p<0.001) contributed to the variance on FCR. Attachment insecurity did not moderate the relationships between caregiving experiences and FCR. CONCLUSIONS Partner-caregiver attachment anxiety correlates with FCR however this does not influence FCR's relationship with poorer perceived support from cancer care institutions. Partner-caregivers may benefit from psychotherapies for FCR and more practical support from cancer care teams. This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.
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- School of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, Queen's University, Kingston, ON
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- Department of Supportive Care, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, University Health Network, Toronto, ON
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- School of Psychology, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, ON
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Tetteh DA, Akhther N. Openness and topic avoidance in interpersonal communication about ovarian cancer: An uncertainty management perspective. QUALITATIVE RESEARCH IN MEDICINE & HEALTHCARE 2022. [DOI: 10.4081/qrmh.2021.9376] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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This study examined openness and topic avoidance in interpersonal communication about ovarian cancer. Guided by the uncertainty management theory, the researchers analyzed qualitative data from 28 ovarian cancer patients/survivors and found openness and topic avoidance to be complex communication behaviors which are connected to patients/survivors’ uncertainty. Participants appraised uncertainty about disease prognosis and effectiveness of treatments as a threat; thus, they avoided topics such as treatment side effects and fears about death and disease recurrence to manage such uncertainty. Furthermore, findings showed that communication about ovarian cancer is layered with degrees of openness and avoidance relative to respective audiences and changing illness trajectories. Overall, the findings indicate connections between interpersonal communication about ovarian cancer and uncertainty management practices, suggesting that intervention efforts should help cancer patients/survivors and relational others practice sensitivity when discussing topics such as death and dying.
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Mukherjee A, Zhang H, Ladner K, Brown M, Urbanski J, Grieco JP, Kapania RK, Lou E, Behkam B, Schmelz EM, Nain AS. Quantitative Biophysical Metrics for Rapid Evaluation of Ovarian Cancer Metastatic Potential. Mol Biol Cell 2022; 33:ar55. [PMID: 34985924 PMCID: PMC9265161 DOI: 10.1091/mbc.e21-08-0419] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022] Open
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Ovarian cancer is routinely diagnosed long after the disease has metastasized through the fibrous sub-mesothelium. Despite extensive research in the field linking ovarian cancer progression to increasingly poor prognosis, there are currently no validated cellular markers or hallmarks of ovarian cancer that can predict metastatic potential. To discern disease progression across a syngeneic mouse ovarian cancer progression model, here, we fabricated extracellular-matrix mimicking suspended fiber networks: crosshatches of mismatch diameters for studying protrusion dynamics, aligned same diameter networks of varying inter-fiber spacing for studying migration, and aligned nanonets for measuring cell forces. We found that migration correlated with disease, while force-disease biphasic relationship exhibited f-actin stress-fiber network dependence. However, unique to suspended fibers, coiling occurring at tips of protrusions and not the length or breadth of protrusions displayed strongest correlation with metastatic potential. To confirm that our findings were more broadly applicable beyond the mouse model, we repeated our studies in human ovarian cancer cell lines and found that the biophysical trends were consistent with our mouse model results. Altogether, we report complementary high throughput and high content biophysical metrics capable of identifying ovarian cancer metastatic potential on time scale of hours. [Media: see text] [Media: see text] [Media: see text] [Media: see text] [Media: see text] [Media: see text] [Media: see text] [Media: see text] [Media: see text] [Media: see text] [Media: see text] [Media: see text] [Media: see text] [Media: see text] [Media: see text] [Media: see text] [Media: see text].
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA
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- Division of Hematology, Oncology and Transplantation, Masonic Cancer Center, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN
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- Department of Human Nutrition, Foods and Exercise, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA
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- Department of Human Nutrition, Foods and Exercise, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA
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- Department of Aerospace and Ocean Engineering, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA
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- Division of Hematology, Oncology and Transplantation, Masonic Cancer Center, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA
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- Department of Human Nutrition, Foods and Exercise, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA
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Cohen PA, Musiello T, Jeffares S, Bennett K. Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy for Fear of Recurrence in Ovarian Cancer Survivors (FROCS): a single-arm, open-label, pilot study. Support Care Cancer 2021; 30:2317-2325. [PMID: 34727225 DOI: 10.1007/s00520-021-06659-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/10/2021] [Accepted: 10/27/2021] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Fear of recurrence is common following treatment for cancer. Our aim was to assess the feasibility of mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) to treat fear of cancer recurrence (FCR) in ovarian cancer survivors. METHODS Investigator initiated, single-arm, open-label, pilot study. Women were eligible after completing adjuvant treatment. The intervention was an 8-week MBCT course of weekly 2-h group sessions. The primary outcome was FCR measured by the FCR inventory. Secondary outcomes were depression and anxiety measured by the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS). The study is registered with the Australian and New Zealand Clinical Trials Registry ACTRN12615000213549. RESULTS Between May 8, 2015, and May 6, 2019, 33 participants were enrolled. Ten women withdrew. Data were evaluable for 19 participants. There was a significant decrease in FCR at 8 weeks (FCR inventory mean 63.00, SD 27.90) compared to pre-intervention (FCR inventory mean 71.03, SD 31.01) but not at 6 months (FCR inventory mean 63.65, SD 30.08). No differences in depression were observed at baseline (HADS mean 3.42, SD 2.41), 8 weeks (HADS mean 3.10, SD 1.79) and 6 months (HADS mean 2.73, SD 1.88). Anxiety decreased from baseline (HADS mean 8.72, SD 3.99) at both 8 weeks (HADS mean 6.89, SD 2.98) and 6 months (HADS mean 7.06, SD 3.87). CONCLUSIONS MBCT may be effective as a treatment for FCR and anxiety in women following diagnosis and treatment of ovarian cancer. A randomised controlled trial is required to assess the efficacy of MBCT for FCR but may not be feasible due to high rates of withdrawal.
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- Paul A Cohen
- Division of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University of Western Australia, Crawley, WA, Australia.
- Dept of Gynaecological Oncology, St John of God Hospital, 12 Salvado Road, Subiaco, WA, 6008, Australia.
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- Division of Surgery, University of Western Australia, Crawley, WA, Australia
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- Dept of Gynaecological Oncology, St John of God Hospital, 12 Salvado Road, Subiaco, WA, 6008, Australia
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- Division of Psychiatry, University of Western Australia, Crawley, WA, Australia
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Chowdhury P, Ghosh U, Samanta K, Jaggi M, Chauhan SC, Yallapu MM. Bioactive nanotherapeutic trends to combat triple negative breast cancer. Bioact Mater 2021; 6:3269-3287. [PMID: 33778204 PMCID: PMC7970221 DOI: 10.1016/j.bioactmat.2021.02.037] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/30/2020] [Revised: 02/27/2021] [Accepted: 02/28/2021] [Indexed: 02/09/2023] Open
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The management of aggressive breast cancer, particularly, triple negative breast cancer (TNBC) remains a formidable challenge, despite treatment advancement. Although newer therapies such as atezolizumab, olaparib, and sacituzumab can tackle the breast cancer prognosis and/or progression, but achieved limited survival benefit(s). The current research efforts are aimed to develop and implement strategies for improved bioavailability, targetability, reduce systemic toxicity, and enhance therapeutic outcome of FDA-approved treatment regimen. This review presents various nanoparticle technology mediated delivery of chemotherapeutic agent(s) for breast cancer treatment. This article also documents novel strategies to employ cellular and cell membrane cloaked (biomimetic) nanoparticles for effective clinical translation. These technologies offer a safe and active targeting nanomedicine for effective management of breast cancer, especially TNBC.
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- Pallabita Chowdhury
- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, TN, USA
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering, School of Engineering, Rutgers University, The State University of New Jersey, Piscataway, NJ, 08854, USA
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, TN, USA
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, TN, USA
- Department of Immunology and Microbiology, School of Medicine, University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, McAllen, TX, USA
- South Texas Center of Excellence in Cancer Research, School of Medicine, University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, McAllen, TX, USA
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, TN, USA
- Department of Immunology and Microbiology, School of Medicine, University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, McAllen, TX, USA
- South Texas Center of Excellence in Cancer Research, School of Medicine, University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, McAllen, TX, USA
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, TN, USA
- Department of Immunology and Microbiology, School of Medicine, University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, McAllen, TX, USA
- South Texas Center of Excellence in Cancer Research, School of Medicine, University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, McAllen, TX, USA
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Campbell R, King MT, Ross TL, Cohen PA, Friedlander ML, Webb PM. Development and validation of the measure of ovarian symptoms and treatment concerns for surveillance (MOST-S26): An instrument to complement the clinical follow-up of women with ovarian cancer after completion of first-line treatment. Gynecol Oncol 2021; 163:398-407. [PMID: 34481610 DOI: 10.1016/j.ygyno.2021.08.022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/18/2021] [Revised: 08/17/2021] [Accepted: 08/23/2021] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The Measure of Ovarian Symptoms and Treatment (MOST-T35) is a patient-reported symptom index, developed and validated in the context of palliative chemotherapy for recurrent ovarian cancer (OC). We aimed to develop and validate a version suitable for surveillance of symptoms following first-line treatment for OC to support clinical follow-up. METHODS In a prospective study of women following completion of first-line chemotherapy for OC, patients completed MOST-T35 every 3 months for up to 3.5 years and other patient-reported outcome measures. Construct validity (Spearman's correlations), discriminative validity (t-tests/ANOVAs assessing differences between clinically distinct groups), ability to detect clinically important symptoms (receiver operating characteristic analysis), and responsiveness (t-tests examining change) were assessed. RESULTS Data from 726 women who received ≥3 cycles of chemotherapy, did not progress within 3 months, and completed ≥one MOST-T35 were analysed. The revised version, MOST-S26, has 26 items and 5 multi-item indexes: peripheral neuropathy (MOST-NTx), disease or treatment-related (MOST-DorT), abdominal (MOST-Abdo), and psychological symptoms (MOST-Psych), and MOST-Wellbeing, plus 9 individual items. Construct validity was confirmed (r range = 0.43-0.88). Discriminative validity confirmed expected differences between groups. MOST-NTx and MOST-Psych detected improvements in peripheral neuropathy and psychological symptoms respectively, whereas MOST-Abdo detected worsening of abdominal symptoms pre-recurrence. CONCLUSIONS This study developed and validated the MOST-S26, for surveillance of women in follow-up after first-line chemotherapy for OC. MOST-S26 reliably detected improvement in symptoms of peripheral neuropathy, psychological distress and may detect symptoms of relapse. Administration of MOST-S26 in follow-up consultations could identify concerning symptoms and facilitate timely and appropriate intervention.
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- Rachel Campbell
- The University of Sydney, Faculty of Science, School of Psychology, Sydney Quality of Life Office, Sydney, Australia.
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- The University of Sydney, Faculty of Science, School of Psychology, Sydney Quality of Life Office, Sydney, Australia
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- Gynaecological Cancers Group, QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute, Brisbane, Australia
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- St John of God Subiaco Hospital and University of Western Australia, Perth, Australia
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- Prince of Wales Clinical School UNSW and Department of Medical Oncology, Prince of Wales Hospital, Sydney, Australia
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- Gynaecological Cancers Group, QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute, Brisbane, Australia; School of Public Health, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia
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Sekse RJT, Nordgreen T, Flobak E, Lystrup M, Braathen E, Werner HMJ. Development of a Framework and the Content for a Psychoeducational Internet-Delivered Intervention for Women after Treatment for Gynecological Cancer. NURSING REPORTS 2021; 11:640-651. [PMID: 34968339 PMCID: PMC8608053 DOI: 10.3390/nursrep11030061] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/25/2021] [Revised: 08/06/2021] [Accepted: 08/09/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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The number of women treated for gynecological cancer is increasing. At the same time, the duration of in-patient hospitalization has decreased, and follow-up with its primary focus on early recognition of recurrence does not meet all patients' needs. One method of follow-up may be digital intervention. This study describes the development of a psychoeducational Internet-delivered intervention targeting women's psychosocial needs during the follow-up period after treatment for gynecological cancer. The project consisted of three phases following the UK Medical Research Council Framework guidelines for the development of complex interventions. Phase one identified the evidence in the field, phase two identified the relevant theoretical framework, and phase three included a two-year work process including focus group interviews and think aloud interviews with users. Through the steps of literature review, theoretical framework, and an iterative development process with users and other stakeholders, a six-week program was developed. The program included psychoeducational information, multimedia, exercises, and weekly telephone follow-up with a dedicated nurse. This Internet-delivered intervention can be a novel method for addressing the gap in the provision of follow-up for women after treatment for gynecological cancer.
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- Ragnhild Johanne Tveit Sekse
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Haukeland University Hospital, 5053 Bergen, Norway
- Department of Clinical Science, University of Bergen, 5009 Bergen, Norway
- Department of Clinical Psychology, Faculty of Psychology, University of Bergen, 5009 Bergen, Norway
- Faculty of Health Studies, VID Specialized University, 5009 Bergen, Norway; (M.L.); (E.B.)
- Correspondence:
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- Division of Psychiatry, Haukeland University Hospital, 5009 Bergen, Norway;
- Department of Global Public Health and Primary Care, Faculty of Medicine, University of Bergen, 5018 Bergen, Norway
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- Department of Information Science and Media Studies, University of Bergen, 5007 Bergen, Norway;
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- Faculty of Health Studies, VID Specialized University, 5009 Bergen, Norway; (M.L.); (E.B.)
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- Faculty of Health Studies, VID Specialized University, 5009 Bergen, Norway; (M.L.); (E.B.)
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Maastricht University Medical Center, 6202 AZ Maastricht, The Netherlands;
- GROW—School for Oncology and Developmental Biology, Maastricht University Medical Center, 6202 AZ Maastricht, The Netherlands
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Pradhan P, Sharpe L, Butow P, Russell H. The role of interpretation biases and symptom burden in fear of cancer recurrence/progression among ovarian cancer survivors. Psychooncology 2021; 30:1948-1956. [PMID: 34106498 DOI: 10.1002/pon.5748] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/13/2021] [Revised: 05/03/2021] [Accepted: 05/14/2021] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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BACKGROUND Models of fear of cancer recurrence or progression (FCR/P) suggest that the way in which people interpret ambiguous physical symptoms is an important contributor to the development and maintenance of FCR/P, but research has not investigated this claim. The aim of this study is to fill that gap. METHODS This was a cross-sectional study. Sixty-two women with ovarian cancer reported completed measures of FCR/P, an interpretation bias task and a symptom checklist. The healthy control group (n = 96) completed the interpretation bias task. RESULTS Women with ovarian cancer were more likely to interpret ambiguous words as health-related compared to healthy women (p < 0.001; Cohen's d = 1.28). In women with cancer, FCR/P was associated with overall symptom burden (r = 0.25; p = 0.04) and interpretation bias score (r = 0.41; p = 0.001), but interpretation bias and symptom burden were not related (r = 0.22; p = 0.09). Interpretation bias did not moderate the relationship between symptoms and FCR/P. CONCLUSIONS We found that women with ovarian cancer interpreted ambiguous words as health related more often compared to women without cancer, and this bias was greater for women with higher FCR/P. Symptom burden was also associated with FCR/P. However, interpretation bias did not moderate the relationship between physical symptoms and FCR/P. Hence, the central tenet of the Cancer Threat Interpretation model was not supported in women with ovarian cancer.
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- Poorva Pradhan
- Faculty of Science, School of Psychology, The University of Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- Faculty of Science, School of Psychology, The University of Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- Faculty of Science, School of Psychology, The University of Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- Ovarian Cancer Australia, Queen Victoria Women's Centre, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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Frangou E, Bertelli G, Love S, Mackean MJ, Glasspool RM, Fotopoulou C, Cook A, Nicum S, Lord R, Ferguson M, Roux RL, Martinez M, Butcher C, Hulbert-Williams N, Howells L, Blagden SP. OVPSYCH2: A randomized controlled trial of psychological support versus standard of care following chemotherapy for ovarian cancer. Gynecol Oncol 2021; 162:431-439. [PMID: 34059348 DOI: 10.1016/j.ygyno.2021.05.024] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/21/2021] [Accepted: 05/22/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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BACKGROUND Fear of disease progression (FOP) is a rational concern for women with Ovarian Cancer (OC) and depression is also common. To date there have been no randomized trials assessing the impact of psychological intervention on depression and FOP in this patient group. PATIENTS AND METHODS Patients with primary or recurrent OC who had recently completed chemotherapy were eligible if they scored between 5 and 19 on the PHQ-9 depression and were randomized 1:1 to Intervention (3 standardized CBT-based sessions in the 6-12 weeks post-chemotherapy) or Control (standard of care). PHQ-9, FOP-Q-SF, EORTC QLQ C30 and OV28 questionnaires were then completed every 3 months for up to 2 years. The primary endpoint was change in PHQ-9 at 3 months. Secondary endpoints were change in other scores at 3 months and all scores at later timepoints. RESULTS 182 patients registered; 107 were randomized; 54 to Intervention and 53 to Control; mean age 59 years; 75 (70%) had completed chemotherapy for primary and 32 (30%) for relapsed OC and 67 patients completed both baseline and 3-month questionnaires. Improvement in PHQ-9 was observed for patients in both study arms at three months compared to baseline but there was no significant difference in change between Intervention and Control. A significant improvement on FOP-Q-SF scores was seen in the Intervention arm, whereas for those in the Control arm FOP-Q-SF scores deteriorated at 3 months (intervention effect = -4.4 (-7.57, -1.22), p-value = 0.008). CONCLUSIONS CBT-based psychological support provided after chemotherapy did not significantly alter the spontaneously improving trajectory of depression scores at three months but caused a significant improvement in FOP. Our findings call for the routine implementation of FOP support for ovarian cancer patients.
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- E Frangou
- Centre for Statistics and Medicine, Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK; MRC Clinical Trials Unit at UCL, London, UK
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- Centre for Statistics and Medicine, Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK; MRC Clinical Trials Unit at UCL, London, UK
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- Edinburgh Cancer Centre Western General Hospital, Edinburgh, UK
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- Ovarian Cancer Action Research Centre, Hammersmith Hospital, Imperial College London, London, UK
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- Gloucester Oncology Centre, Cheltenham, UK
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- Churchill Hospital, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK
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- Clatterbridge Cancer Centre, Wirral, UK
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- Churchill Hospital, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK
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- Ovarian Cancer Action Research Centre, Hammersmith Hospital, Imperial College London, London, UK
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- Oncology Clinical Trials Office (OCTO), University of Oxford, Oxford, UK
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- Research Team, Maggie's Centres, London, UK
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- Churchill Hospital, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK.
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Sired R, Griffith E, Jamalamadaka T, Salkovskis P. Negative interpretations of ambiguous 'psychosis-like' and 'anxiety-like' experiences in recovery from psychosis or anxiety. BRITISH JOURNAL OF CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY 2021; 60:463-485. [PMID: 33982800 DOI: 10.1111/bjc.12299] [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: 12/30/2020] [Revised: 04/06/2020] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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OBJECTIVES Fear of relapse (FOR) after experiencing psychosis has been found to predict actual relapse; however, potential mechanisms underlying this relationship have not been investigated. Negative appraisals of 'prodromal symptoms' are believed to play an important role in both psychosis and mental health anxiety (MHA). This study aimed to explore whether people in recovery from psychosis or anxiety disorders show an enduring tendency to negatively interpret ambiguous experiences both related and less related to their previous mental health difficulty relative to controls. DESIGN Cross-sectional between-groups questionnaire design. METHODS Participants self-reported as in recovery from psychosis (n = 33) or anxiety (n = 77) or without previous experience of mental health problems (n = 61) were recruited online or via NHS services. Interpretations of psychosis-like, anxiety-like, and external-control experiences were measured using the newly developed Experiences Interpretation Questionnaire (EIQ). MHA and FOR were measured using self-report questionnaires. RESULTS People in recovery from psychosis interpreted psychosis-like experiences significantly more negatively than the other groups. Negative interpretations of anxiety-like experiences were greater than controls but comparable between mental health groups. Contrary to predictions, FOR was not significantly different between the mental health groups. MHA and FOR did not significantly predict negative interpretations of psychosis-like items in the psychosis group, however, MHA predicted negative interpretations of anxiety-like items in the anxiety group. The EIQ subscales demonstrated good test-retest reliability. CONCLUSIONS People in self-defined recovery from psychosis or anxiety are more likely to negatively interpret ambiguous experiences relating to their previous mental health difficulties. Clinical and future research implications are outlined. PRACTITIONER POINTS People in recovery from psychosis or anxiety appraise possible symptoms of their previous difficulties negatively/catastrophically (as indicating relapse) relative to those without prior MH problems. Clinicians should consider attending to how people in recovery appraise possible symptoms when encouraging early signs monitoring as part of relapse prevention. This may be important to ensure that self-monitoring leads to helpful responses rather than being counterproductive, with catastrophic interpretations leading to anxiety and thus increasing the risk of relapse. Interventions drawing on CBT principles to address catastrophic interpretations of possible symptoms may potentially be a useful addition to relapse prevention work; in psychosis this may also include symptoms of anxiety.
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- Rebecca Sired
- Avon and Wiltshire Partnership NHS Mental Health Trust, UK.,Department of Psychology, University of Bath, UK
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- Avon and Wiltshire Partnership NHS Mental Health Trust, UK.,Department of Psychology, University of Bath, UK
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- Department of Experimental Psychology, The Oxford Centre for Psychological Health, The Oxford Institute of Clinical Psychology, University of Oxford, Salisbury, UK
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Tian H, Hou L, Xiong Y, Cheng Q. Dexmedetomidine upregulates microRNA-185 to suppress ovarian cancer growth via inhibiting the SOX9/Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway. Cell Cycle 2021; 20:765-780. [PMID: 33818283 PMCID: PMC8098064 DOI: 10.1080/15384101.2021.1897270] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/21/2020] [Revised: 02/18/2021] [Accepted: 02/25/2021] [Indexed: 01/10/2023] Open
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Dexmedetomidine (DEX) could serve as an adjuvant analgesic during cancer therapies. Abnormal expression of microRNAs (miRNAs) could lead to cancer development. This study was aimed to explore the roles of DEX in ovarian cancer (OC) development. OC cell lines SKOV3 and HO-8910 were treated with DEX, after which OC development and the miR-185, SOX9, and Wnt/β-catenin pathway were measured. DEX-treated HO-8910 cells were transfected with miR-185 mimic, miR-185 antisense or miR-185 antisense + silenced SOX9 to further measure the OC cell growth. The target relation between miR-185 and SOX9 was identified, and SOX9 and Wnt/β-catenin pathway were protein levels detected after miR-185 transfection. The role of miR-185 in OC in vivo was also measured. Our study found DEX had a dose-dependent inhibition on OC growth, and DEX promoted miR-185 but suppressed SOX9 expression in OC cells. miR-185 targeted SOX9. After interfering with miR-185 expression, HO-8910 cell proliferation, invasion, migration, and apoptosis were affected. SOX9 knockdown repressed OC development and Wnt/β-catenin pathway. The volume, weight, positive rate of Ki67, CyclinD1, p53 and the degree of tumor necrosis were affected by miR-185 expression. This study demonstrated that DEX could inhibit OC development via upregulating miR-185 expression and inactivating the SOX9/Wnt/β-catenin signaling pathway.
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- Hang Tian
- Department of Anesthesiology, Guangzhou Women and Children’s Medical Center, Guangzhou Medical University, Guangdong, P.R. China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Shanxi Provincial Cancer Hospital, Taiyuan, Shanxi, P.R. China
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- Department of Pediatric Emergency, Guangzhou Women and Children’s Medical Center, Guangzhou Medical University, Guangdong, P.R. China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Guangzhou Women and Children’s Medical Center, Guangzhou Medical University, Guangdong, P.R. China
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Pradhan P, Sharpe L, Butow PN, Smith AB, Russell H. Is a Brief Online Booklet Sufficient to Reduce Fear of Cancer Recurrence or Progression in Women With Ovarian Cancer? Front Psychol 2021; 12:634136. [PMID: 33716902 PMCID: PMC7947198 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyg.2021.634136] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/27/2020] [Accepted: 02/03/2021] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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Background: Fear of cancer recurrence or progression (FCR/P) is a common challenge experienced by people living with and beyond cancer and is frequently endorsed as the highest unmet psychosocial need amongst survivors. This has prompted many cancer organizations to develop self-help resources for survivors to better manage these fears through psychoeducation, but little is known about whether they help reduce FCR/P. Method: We recruited 62 women with ovarian cancer. Women reported on their medical history and demographic characteristics and completed the Fear of Progression Questionnaire-Short Form (FoP-Q-SF). They then read a booklet on FCR specifically created for Ovarian Cancer Australia by two of the authors (ABS and PB). One week after reading the booklet, 50/62 women (81%) completed the FoP-Q-SF and answered questions about their satisfaction with the booklet. Results: More than half of the women (35/62; 56.5%) scored in the clinical range for FCR/P at baseline. Of the completers, 93% said that they would recommend the booklet to other women. Satisfaction with the booklet was relatively high (75.3/100) and more than two-thirds of women rated it as moderately helpful or better. However, FCR/P did not change significantly over the week following reading the booklet [t(49) = 1.71, p = 0.09]. There was also no difference in change in FCR/P between women in the clinical vs. non-clinical range on the FoP-Q. Women high in FCR/P rated the booklet as less helpful in managing FCR/P (r = −0.316, p = 0.03), but overall satisfaction with the booklet was not associated with degree of FCR/P (r = −0.24, p = 0.10). Conclusions: These results suggest that a simple online FCR booklet is acceptable to women with ovarian cancer and they are satisfied with the booklet, but, it was insufficient to change in FCR/P levels. These results suggest that such resources are valued by women with ovarian cancer, but more potent interventions are necessary to reduce FCR in this population.
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- Poorva Pradhan
- School of Psychology, Faculty of Science, The University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- School of Psychology, Faculty of Science, The University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- School of Psychology, Faculty of Science, The University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Centre for Oncology Education and Research Translation, Ingham Institute for Applied Medical Research, South Western Sydney Clinical School, University of New South Wales, Kensington, NSW, Australia
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- Ovarian Cancer Australia, Queen Victoria Women's Centre, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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Pozzar RA, Hong F, Xiong N, Stopfer JE, Nayak MM, Underhill-Blazey M. Knowledge and psychosocial impact of genetic counseling and multigene panel testing among individuals with ovarian cancer. Fam Cancer 2021; 21:35-47. [PMID: 33751319 DOI: 10.1007/s10689-021-00240-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/19/2020] [Accepted: 02/25/2021] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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In a sample of individuals with ovarian cancer, we aimed to (a) identify factors associated with the psychosocial impact of genetic counseling and multigene panel testing, (b) identify factors associated with cancer genetics knowledge, and (c) summarize patient-reported recommendations to improve the genetic counseling and multigene panel testing process. Eligible participants in this secondary analysis of quantitative and qualitative survey data were English-speaking adults with ovarian cancer. Psychosocial impact was assessed using the Multidimensional Impact of Cancer Risk Assessment (MICRA) questionnaire. Knowledge of cancer genetics was assessed using the KnowGene scale. Significant predictors of MICRA and KnowGene scores were identified using multiple regression. Open-ended survey item responses were analyzed using conventional content analysis. Eighty-seven participants met eligibility criteria. A positive genetic test result was associated with greater adverse psychosocial impact (B = 1.13, p = 0.002). Older age (B = - 0.07, p = 0.044) and being a member of a minority racial or ethnic group (B = - 3.075, p = 0.033) were associated with lower knowledge, while a personal history of at least one other type of cancer (B = 1.975, p = 0.015) was associated with higher knowledge. In open-ended item responses, participants wanted clinicians to assist with family communication, improve result disclosure, and enhance patient and family understanding of results. A subset of individuals with ovarian cancer who receive a positive genetic test result may be at risk for adverse psychosocial outcomes. Tailored cancer genetics education is necessary to promote the equitable uptake of targeted ovarian cancer treatment and risk-reducing therapies. Interventions to enhance patient-clinician communication in this setting are a research priority.
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- Rachel A Pozzar
- Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, 450 Brookline Ave., Boston, MA, 02215, USA.
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- Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, 450 Brookline Ave., Boston, MA, 02215, USA
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- Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, 450 Brookline Ave., Boston, MA, 02215, USA
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- Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, 450 Brookline Ave., Boston, MA, 02215, USA
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- Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, 450 Brookline Ave., Boston, MA, 02215, USA
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- Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, 450 Brookline Ave., Boston, MA, 02215, USA.,University of Rochester, 601 Elmwood Ave., Rochester, NY, 14642, USA
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