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Tan GA, Peiris CL, Dennett AM. Cancer survivors maintain health benefits 6 to 12 months after exercise-based rehabilitation: a systematic review and meta-analysis. J Cancer Surviv 2024; 18:651-672. [PMID: 36547801 DOI: 10.1007/s11764-022-01322-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/09/2022] [Accepted: 12/13/2022] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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PURPOSE To determine if the effects of exercise-based cancer rehabilitation on physical functioning, activity (including physical activity) and participation (including quality of life) are maintained at 6 to 12 months. METHODS Electronic databases CINAHL, Embase, MEDLINE, PsycINFO and PubMed were searched from the earliest available time to August 2021. Randomised controlled trials examining the long-term effects (≥ 6 months post-intervention) of exercise-based rehabilitation were eligible for inclusion. Outcome data (e.g. fitness, physical activity, walking capacity, fatigue, depression, quality of life) were extracted and the methodological quality assessed using PEDro. Meta-analyses using standardised mean differences were used to synthesise data and Grades of Recommendation, Assessment, Development and Evaluation criteria were applied. RESULTS Nineteen randomised controlled trials including 2974 participants were included. Participants who underwent exercise-based rehabilitation had improved physical activity (SMD 0.30, 95% CI 0.09 to 0.51, I2 = 0%), cardiorespiratory fitness (SMD 2.00 ml/kg/min, 95% CI 0.56 to 3.45, I2 = 0%), walking capacity (SMD 0.62, 95% CI 0.33 to 0.92, I2 = 0%), depression (SMD 0.71, 95% 0.05 to 1.37, I2 = 90%), quality of life (physical functioning component SMD 0.56, 95% CI 0.11 to 1.01, I2 = 62%) and sleep (MD 0.69 points, 95% 0.46 to 0.92, I2 = 0%) at 6 to 12 months follow-up. There was no data available on cancer-related mortality or recurrence. CONCLUSION Health outcomes of cancer survivors after exercise-based rehabilitation can be maintained after rehabilitation completion. IMPLICATIONS FOR CANCER SURVIVORS Cancer survivors can maintain health benefits achieved through exercise-based rehabilitation.
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- Germaine A Tan
- Allied Health Clinical Research Office, Eastern Health, Melbourne, VIC, Australia.
- School of Allied Health, La Trobe University, Melbourne, VIC, Australia.
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- Allied Health Clinical Research Office, Eastern Health, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
- School of Allied Health, La Trobe University, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- Allied Health Clinical Research Office, Eastern Health, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
- School of Allied Health, La Trobe University, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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Porserud A, Karlsson P, Nygren-Bonnier M, Aly M, Hagströmer M. The feasibility of an exercise intervention after robotic-assisted radical cystectomy for urinary bladder cancer, prior to the CanMoRe trial. Pilot Feasibility Stud 2024; 10:12. [PMID: 38254174 PMCID: PMC10802056 DOI: 10.1186/s40814-024-01443-1] [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: 08/04/2021] [Accepted: 01/02/2024] [Indexed: 01/24/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Complications after radical cystectomy for urinary bladder cancer are common. Physical activity after surgery is thought to reduce complications. However, patients with urinary bladder cancer have low levels of physical activity, and interventions supporting physical exercise are needed. This study aimed to evaluate the feasibility of a physical exercise intervention in primary health care. One of the aims of the larger clinical trial will be to reduce complications. METHODS Patients with urinary bladder cancer and who were scheduled for a robotic-assisted radical cystectomy were recruited from Karolinska University Hospital, between February and May 2019. The patients had to be mobile, understand Swedish, and live in Stockholm. The exercise programme was conducted at one primary health care setting over 12 weeks. The exercise programme included supervised aerobic and strengthening exercises, which were performed twice a week, as well as daily walks. Feasibility was measured with process feasibility, including eligibility criteria, adherence, and acceptability, and scientific feasibility, including the ability of outcomes to indicate change, safety, and progression in the exercise programme. RESULTS Ten patients with a median age of 70 years (min 53-max 86) were included. Adherence to all parts of the intervention was not feasible because of patients' postoperative complications, resulting in dropouts. For the patients who took part in the exercise programme, adherence and acceptability for the exercise period were feasible, but the 6-min walk test was not feasible at discharge from the hospital. Physiotherapists in the primary health care setting perceived the process as feasible. Moreover, the ability of outcomes to indicate change and progression in the exercise programme was feasible, meanwhile no adverse events were registered. CONCLUSIONS The exercise intervention was feasible for the patients that took part in the exercise programme, with respect to safety and progression through the exercise programme. Furthermore, this study suggests that some improvements needed to be implemented in the process, prior to the upcoming randomised controlled trial.
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- Andrea Porserud
- Division of Physiotherapy, Department of Neurobiology, Care Sciences and Society, Karolinska Institutet, Alfred Nobels Allé 23, 23100, 141 83, Huddinge, Sweden.
- Medical Unit Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy, Women's Health and Allied Health Professionals Theme, Karolinska University Hospital, 171 76, Stockholm, Sweden.
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- Division of Physiotherapy, Department of Neurobiology, Care Sciences and Society, Karolinska Institutet, Alfred Nobels Allé 23, 23100, 141 83, Huddinge, Sweden
- Medical Unit Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy, Women's Health and Allied Health Professionals Theme, Karolinska University Hospital, 171 76, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Division of Physiotherapy, Department of Neurobiology, Care Sciences and Society, Karolinska Institutet, Alfred Nobels Allé 23, 23100, 141 83, Huddinge, Sweden
- Medical Unit Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy, Women's Health and Allied Health Professionals Theme, Karolinska University Hospital, 171 76, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Molecular Medicine and Surgery, Karolinska Institutet, 171 77, Stockholm, Sweden
- Patient Area Pelvic Cancer, Cancer Theme, Karolinska University Hospital, 171 76, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Division of Physiotherapy, Department of Neurobiology, Care Sciences and Society, Karolinska Institutet, Alfred Nobels Allé 23, 23100, 141 83, Huddinge, Sweden
- Medical Unit Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy, Women's Health and Allied Health Professionals Theme, Karolinska University Hospital, 171 76, Stockholm, Sweden
- Academic Primary Health Care Centre, 113 65, Stockholm, Region Stockholm, Sweden
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Paul M, Smart TF, Doleman B, Toft S, Williams JP, Lund JN, Phillips BE. A systematic review of the impact of postoperative aerobic exercise training in patients undergoing surgery for intra-abdominal cancers. Tech Coloproctol 2023; 27:1169-1181. [PMID: 37548782 PMCID: PMC10638144 DOI: 10.1007/s10151-023-02844-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/05/2023] [Accepted: 07/01/2023] [Indexed: 08/08/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) programmes which advocate early mobility after surgery have improved immediate clinical outcomes for patients undergoing abdominal cancer resections with curative intent. However, the impact of continued physical activity on patient-related outcomes and functional recovery is not well defined. The aim of this review was to assess the impact of postoperative aerobic exercise training, either alone or in conjunction with another exercise modality, on patients who have had surgery for intra-abdominal cancer. METHODS A literature search was performed of electronic journal databases. Eligible papers needed to report an outcome of aerobic capacity in patients older than 18 years of age, who underwent cancer surgery with curative intent and participated in an exercise programme (not solely ERAS) that included an aerobic exercise component starting at any point in the postoperative pathway up to 12 weeks. RESULTS Eleven studies were deemed eligible for inclusion consisting of two inpatient, one mixed inpatient/outpatient and eight outpatient studies. Meta-analysis of four outpatient studies, each reporting change in 6-min walk test (6MWT), showed a significant improvement in 6MWT with exercise (MD 74.92 m, 95% CI 48.52-101.31 m). The impact on health-related quality of life was variable across studies. CONCLUSION Postoperative exercise confers benefits in improving aerobic function post surgery and can be safely delivered in various formats (home-based or group/supervised).
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- M Paul
- Centre of Metabolism, Ageing and Physiology (COMAP), School of Medicine, MRC-Versus Arthritis Centre for Musculoskeletal Ageing Research and National Institute of Health Research (NIHR) Nottingham Biomedical Research Centre (BRC), Academic Unit of Injury, Rehabilitation, and Inflammation Sciences, University of Nottingham, Royal Derby Hospital Centre, Derby, DE22 3DT, UK
- Department of Surgery and Anaesthetics, Royal Derby Hospital, Derby, UK
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- Centre of Metabolism, Ageing and Physiology (COMAP), School of Medicine, MRC-Versus Arthritis Centre for Musculoskeletal Ageing Research and National Institute of Health Research (NIHR) Nottingham Biomedical Research Centre (BRC), Academic Unit of Injury, Rehabilitation, and Inflammation Sciences, University of Nottingham, Royal Derby Hospital Centre, Derby, DE22 3DT, UK
- Department of Surgery and Anaesthetics, Royal Derby Hospital, Derby, UK
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- Department of Surgery and Anaesthetics, Royal Derby Hospital, Derby, UK
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- Library and Knowledge Service, University Hospitals of Derby & Burton NHS Foundation Trust, Derby, UK
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- Centre of Metabolism, Ageing and Physiology (COMAP), School of Medicine, MRC-Versus Arthritis Centre for Musculoskeletal Ageing Research and National Institute of Health Research (NIHR) Nottingham Biomedical Research Centre (BRC), Academic Unit of Injury, Rehabilitation, and Inflammation Sciences, University of Nottingham, Royal Derby Hospital Centre, Derby, DE22 3DT, UK
- Department of Surgery and Anaesthetics, Royal Derby Hospital, Derby, UK
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- Centre of Metabolism, Ageing and Physiology (COMAP), School of Medicine, MRC-Versus Arthritis Centre for Musculoskeletal Ageing Research and National Institute of Health Research (NIHR) Nottingham Biomedical Research Centre (BRC), Academic Unit of Injury, Rehabilitation, and Inflammation Sciences, University of Nottingham, Royal Derby Hospital Centre, Derby, DE22 3DT, UK
- Department of Surgery and Anaesthetics, Royal Derby Hospital, Derby, UK
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- Centre of Metabolism, Ageing and Physiology (COMAP), School of Medicine, MRC-Versus Arthritis Centre for Musculoskeletal Ageing Research and National Institute of Health Research (NIHR) Nottingham Biomedical Research Centre (BRC), Academic Unit of Injury, Rehabilitation, and Inflammation Sciences, University of Nottingham, Royal Derby Hospital Centre, Derby, DE22 3DT, UK.
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Liu X, Xu X, Cheung DST, Chau PH, Ho MH, Takemura N, Lin CC. The effects of exercise with or without dietary advice on muscle mass, muscle strength, and physical functioning among older cancer survivors: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. J Cancer Surviv 2023:10.1007/s11764-023-01396-z. [PMID: 37266818 DOI: 10.1007/s11764-023-01396-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/18/2022] [Accepted: 04/28/2023] [Indexed: 06/03/2023]
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PURPOSE To evaluate the effect of exercise with or without dietary advice on muscle mass, muscle strength and physical functioning (including perceived physical functioning and physical performance) in old cancer survivors. METHODS A systematic literature search was undertaken in May 2022 by searching multiple databases. Randomized controlled trials (RCTs) that compared exercise with or without dietary advice to control group among old cancer survivors were screened. Meta-analyses were conducted to evaluate the effects of exercise with or without dietary advice on muscle mass, muscle strength, and physical functioning. RESULTS Data from 21 trials were included in this study, including 16 exercise trials and 5 exercise + dietary advice studies. Regarding exercise, evidence supported its significant benefits on muscle strength among old cancer survivors, while no effect was seen on physical functioning and muscle mass. Concerning exercise combined with dietary advice, meta-analysis showed overall benefits on physical functioning, while limited study examined muscle mass and strength. As for safety and feasibility of interventions, low recruitment rate, moderate compliance, and few adverse events were reported. CONCLUSIONS Exercise combined with dietary advice is a more effective approach for old cancer survivors in improving physical functioning compared with exercise alone. Future study is needed to explore the effects of exercise combined with dietary advice on combating sarcopenia. As recruitment and compliance among old cancer survivors were challenging, strategies to stimulate their motivation and promote habitual healthy behaviour are warranted. IMPLICATIONS FOR CANCER SURVIVORS It is necessary for old cancer survivors to receive exercise and dietary support to improve physical functioning.
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- Xiaohang Liu
- School of Nursing, Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine, University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
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- School of Nursing, Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine, University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
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- School of Nursing, Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine, University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
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- School of Nursing, Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine, University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
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- School of Nursing, Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine, University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
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- School of Nursing, Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine, University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
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- School of Nursing, Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine, University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China.
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Zhou Q, Chen X, Chen Q, Hao L. Factors Influencing Quality of Life and Functional Outcomes in Patients With Bladder Cancer. Cancer Control 2023; 30:10732748231212353. [PMID: 37907433 PMCID: PMC10621294 DOI: 10.1177/10732748231212353] [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: 02/09/2023] [Revised: 10/07/2023] [Accepted: 10/19/2023] [Indexed: 11/02/2023] Open
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Here, we review the quality of life and functional outcomes of patients with bladder cancer after treatment and assess potential contributing factors. For current scoring systems, we highlighted the most commonly used specificity scores. In addition, we discuss the impact and bias on the quality of life of patients undergoing urinary diversion modalities, robotic surgery, perioperative rehabilitation, and bladder-preserving radiochemotherapy. Through this review, clinicians will gain better insights regarding the importance of improving patients' quality of life with the goal of restoring their patients' normal function and participating in social activities.
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- Qing Zhou
- Central Laboratory, The People’s Hospital of Baoan Shenzhen, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, China
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- Central Laboratory, The People’s Hospital of Baoan Shenzhen, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, China
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- Science and Education Department, Shenzhen Baoan Shiyan People’s Hospital, Shenzhen, China
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- Science and Education Department, Shenzhen Baoan Shiyan People’s Hospital, Shenzhen, China
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Vermişli S, Çakmak Ö, Müezzinoğlu T, Aslan G, Baydur H. The Effect of Postoperative Early Mobilization on the Healing Process and Quality of Life Following Radical Cystectomy and Ileal Conduit: A Randomized Prospective Controlled Trial. JOURNAL OF UROLOGICAL SURGERY 2022. [DOI: 10.4274/jus.galenos.2021.2021.0065] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/01/2022] Open
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Jensen BT, Thomsen T, Mohamed N, Paterson C, Goltz H, Retinger NL, Witt VR, Lauridsen SV. Efficacy of Pre and Rehabilitation in Radical Cystectomy on Health Related Quality of Life and Physical Function, A Systematic Review. Asia Pac J Oncol Nurs 2022; 9:100046. [PMID: 35662875 PMCID: PMC9160473 DOI: 10.1016/j.apjon.2022.02.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/03/2022] [Accepted: 02/23/2022] [Indexed: 01/01/2023] Open
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Objective Methods Results Conclusions There is no significant association between pre and/ or rehabilitation interventions and global HRQoL. Physical prehabilitation interventions can improve physical function before radical cystectomy. Enteral nutrition reduces risk such as sarcopenia, frailty and increase benefits to the patient. Pre- and postoperative stoma education is effective and impacts significantly on self-efficacy. Cognitive interventions focusing on depression and anxiety should be addressed in future research.
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- Department of Anesthesia, Copenhagen University Hospital, Herlev, Denmark
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- Mount Sinai, Ichan Scool of Medicine, Department of Urology, USA
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- Department of Urology, Copenhagen University Hospital, Denmark
- WHO-CC Copenhagen University Hospital, Frederiksberg and Bispebjerg Hospital, Denmark
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[Relevance of water-related rehabilitation measures for stoma patients : Results of a pilot project and review of the literature]. Urologe A 2022; 61:622-628. [PMID: 35175364 DOI: 10.1007/s00120-021-01737-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 11/25/2021] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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BACKGROUND The creation of a skin stoma after exenterative pelvic surgery drastically affects the physical health of patients. Being concerned with aesthetic and functional aspects, patients tend to not participate in offers for water-related rehabilitation, especially water gymnastics and swimming. OBJECTIVE The aim of the pilot project "UROAquaFIT" was to evaluate the feasibility of water-related rehabilitation for patients after cystectomy with incontinent urinary diversion. METHODS Patients after radical cystectomy with incontinent urinary diversion were offered the possibility to participate in the water-based rehabilitation program "UROAquaFIT". Split into small groups, a water gymnastics course took place under the guidance of a physiotherapist and a stoma therapist as well as under medical supervision. Data on quality of life and a personal assessment were collected using a questionnaire before and 6 months after the course. In addition, a MEDLINE-based search for aqua gymnastics in oncology was conducted. RESULTS AND CONCLUSION All participants reported the course as being positive and enriching. The participants' well-being and self-esteem improved. Therefore, water gymnastics can be a highly effective method for rehabilitation of patients with incontinent urinary diversion. In addition, it improves the physical health of those affected and thus expands the possibilities for social reintegration. This form of therapy should be standard in the rehabilitation of patients with incontinent urinary diversion.
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Attention to principles of exercise training: an updated systematic review of randomized controlled trials in cancers other than breast and prostate. BMC Cancer 2021; 21:1179. [PMID: 34740332 PMCID: PMC8569988 DOI: 10.1186/s12885-021-08701-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/07/2021] [Accepted: 08/16/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The primary objective of this systematic review was to update our previous review on randomized controlled trials (RCTs) of exercise in cancers other than breast or prostate, evaluating: 1) the application of principles of exercise training within the exercise prescription; 2) reporting of the exercise prescription components (i.e., frequency, intensity, time, and type (FITT)); and 3) reporting of participant adherence to FITT. A secondary objective was to examine whether reporting of these interventions had improved over time. METHODS MEDLINE, EMBASE, CINAHL and SPORTDiscus databases were searched from 2012 to 2020. Eligible studies were RCTs of at least 4 weeks of aerobic and/or resistance exercise that reported on physiological outcomes relating to exercise (e.g., aerobic capacity, muscular strength) in people with cancer other than breast or prostate. RESULTS Eighty-six new studies were identified in the updated search, for a total of 107 studies included in this review. The principle of specificity was applied by 91%, progression by 32%, overload by 46%, initial values by 72%, reversibility by 7% and diminishing returns by 5%. A significant increase in the percentage of studies that appropriately reported initial values (46 to 80%, p < 0.001) and progression (15 to 37%, p = 0.039) was found for studies published after 2011 compared to older studies. All four FITT prescription components were fully reported in the methods in 58% of all studies, which was higher than the proportion that fully reported adherence to the FITT prescription components in the results (7% of studies). Reporting of the FITT exercise prescription components and FITT adherence did not improve in studies published after 2011 compared to older studies. CONCLUSION Full reporting of exercise prescription and adherence still needs improvement within exercise oncology RCTs. Some aspects of exercise intervention reporting have improved since 2011, including the reporting of the principles of progression and initial values. Enhancing the reporting of exercise prescriptions, particularly FITT adherence, may provide better context for interpreting study results and improve research to practice translation.
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Arthuso FZ, Fairey AS, Boulé NG, Courneya KS. Bladder cancer and exeRcise trAining during intraVesical thErapy-the BRAVE trial: a study protocol for a prospective, single-centre, phase II randomised controlled trial. BMJ Open 2021; 11:e055782. [PMID: 34561265 PMCID: PMC8475156 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2021-055782] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION Non-muscle invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC) accounts for about 75% of newly diagnosed bladder cancers. The treatment for NMIBC involves surgical removal of the tumour followed by 6 weekly instillations of immunotherapy or chemotherapy directly into the bladder (ie, intravesical therapy). NMIBC has a high rate of recurrence (31%-78%) and progression (15%). Moreover, bladder cancer and its treatment may affect patient functioning and quality of life. Exercise is a safe and effective intervention for many patient with cancer groups, however, no studies have examined exercise during intravesical therapy for NMIBC. The primary objective of the Bladder cancer and exeRcise trAining during intraVesical thErapy (BRAVE) trial is to examine the safety and feasibility of an exercise intervention in patients with bladder cancer undergoing intravesical therapy. The secondary objectives are to investigate the preliminary efficacy of exercise on health-related fitness and patient-reported outcomes; examine the social cognitive predictors of exercise adherence; and explore the potential effects of exercise on tumour recurrence and progression. METHODS AND ANALYSIS BRAVE is a phase II randomised controlled trial that aims to include 66 patients with NMIBC scheduled to receive intravesical therapy. Participants will be randomly assigned to the exercise intervention or usual care. The intervention consists of three supervised, high-intensity interval training sessions per week for 12 weeks. Feasibility will be evaluated by eligibility, recruitment, adherence and attrition rates. Preliminary efficacy will focus on changes in cardiorespiratory fitness and patient-reported outcomes from baseline (prior to intravesical therapy) to pre-cystoscopy (3 months). Cancer outcomes will be tracked at 3 months, and 1-year follow-up by cystoscopy. Analysis of covariance will compare between-group differences at post-intervention (pre-cystoscopy) for all health-related fitness and patient-reported outcomes. ETHICS AND DISSEMINATION The study was approved by the Health Research Ethics Board of Alberta-Cancer Committee (#20-0184). Dissemination will include publication and presentations at scientific conferences and public channels. TRIAL REGISTRATION NUMBER NCT04593862; Pre-results.
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- Fernanda Z Arthuso
- Faculty of Kinesiology, Sport, and Recreation, College of Health Sciences, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
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- Division of Urology, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
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- Faculty of Kinesiology, Sport, and Recreation, College of Health Sciences, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
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- Faculty of Kinesiology, Sport, and Recreation, College of Health Sciences, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
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Rodríguez Cintas M, Márquez S, González-Gallego J. The Impact of Physical Activity on Risk and Health-Related Quality of Life in Bladder Cancer. Bladder Cancer 2021. [DOI: 10.3233/blc-200406] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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BACKGROUND: Sedentarism is an important modifiable risk factor in the struggle against cancer. In the last decades, the relationship between physical activity and different types of cancer has been investigated in depth. OBJECTIVE: To provide an overview of the literature on the effectiveness of physical activity in reducing the risk to develop bladder cancer and improving health-related quality of life in patients. METHODS: A systematic review was conducted through a search of the Embase, Cochrane, PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science (WOS) databases to seek information and PRISMA system to delimitate the research. Outcomes included in searches were physical activity, tobacco consumption, obesity, body mass index, and metabolic syndrome, associated with bladder cancer and quality of life. RESULTS: Database searches identified 394 records, of which 75 were duplicated. A total of 280 articles were excluded based on abstract screening. An additional 16 full-text articles were excluded because they did not meet the eligibility criteria. Overall, 21 of the 23 studies included in the review reported beneficial effects of physical activity in bladder cancer. The majority of papers found that physical activity is a significant factor in reducing the risk of bladder cancer. Moreover, physical activity improves health-related quality of life in bladder cancer survivors, and diminishes both recurrence and mortality in those who engage in regular activity. Lastly, physical inactivity is associated with increased body mass index, obesity, metabolic syndrome, type 2 diabetes and unfavourable energy balance, which led to a greater probability of suffering from bladder cancer. CONCLUSIONS: These data reinforce the importance of promoting a healthy lifestyle to reduce the risk of bladder cancer and to improve survivorship and health-related quality of life of patients.
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- Institute of Biomedicine (IBIOMED), University of León, León, Spain
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Bessa A, Bosco C, Mehrotra S, Rowland M, Zhang H, Russell B, Fox L, Beyer K, Rammant E, Amery S, Chatterton K, Peat N, Haggstrom C, Van Hemelrijck M. Is there a role for physical activity interventions in the treatment pathway of bladder cancer? A scoping review of the literature. BMJ Open Sport Exerc Med 2021; 7:e000951. [PMID: 33782639 PMCID: PMC7949423 DOI: 10.1136/bmjsem-2020-000951] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 02/18/2021] [Indexed: 11/03/2022] Open
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Introduction Physical activity (PA) interventions have been introduced in patients with cancer as they may contribute to better treatment outcomes and quality of life (QoL). However, little is known about the impact of PA on patients with bladder cancer (BC). This scoping review aimed to explore efficacy and feasibility of existing PA interventions in the BC care pathway. Methods and analysis Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses Scoping Review guidelines and the Levac methodology framework were used; electronic databases were searched. Two independent reviewers screened all titles, abstracts and full-text publications for inclusion. The feasibility of integrating a PA intervention in the BC treatment pathway was discussed in a consultation phase with healthcare professionals and patient and public representatives. Results A total of 675 records were identified through database searching of which 14 studies were included in our scoping review. An additional 17 clinical trials were identified of which 12 were included for which no results have been published yet. The included studies looked at the feasibility of a PA intervention programme, the associations between PA, obesity and BC, but also the determinants of PA engagement for BC patients and the assessment of QoL. Conclusion This scoping review highlights that despite the general recognition on the role of PA in the BC treatment pathway, there is a gap regarding the understanding of the impact of PA interventions in BC care pathways as well as the limited understanding of factors underlying possible benefits of PA. No clear conclusions could be made regarding structure and processes of PA interventions that may lead to better outcomes. Further PA studies for patients with BC are needed to understand how to incorporate exercise guidelines recommendations.
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- Agustina Bessa
- Translational Oncology Urology Research, King's College London, London, UK
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- Faculty of Life Sciences and Medicine, King's College London, London, UK
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- Translational Oncology Urology Research, King's College London, London, UK
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- King's College London - Strand Campus, London, London, UK
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- King's College London - Strand Campus, London, London, UK
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- King's College London - Strand Campus, London, London, UK
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- Translational Oncology Urology Research, King's College London, London, UK
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- Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK
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- Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK
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Lauridsen SV. Nursing Implication of People Treated by Radical Cystectomy Postsurgery and Rehabilitation. Semin Oncol Nurs 2021; 37:151110. [PMID: 33408048 DOI: 10.1016/j.soncn.2020.151110] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The purpose of this paper is to summarize existing evidence about nursing interventions to selected symptoms experienced by patients undergoing radical cystectomy (RC) to maintain or return to their daily life activities. DATA SOURCES A non-systematic narrative review was conducted. A search in PubMed and CINAHL was conducted eliciting evidence about frequent symptoms experienced after RC. The following search terms were used: radical cystectomy and/or nursing interventions, pain, distress, fatigue, urinary dysfunction, sexual dysfunction, loss of appetite, sleep disturbance, and enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS). CONCLUSION Evidence in the ERAS pathway is still lacking regarding the effect of preoperative education and counseling of the patient and the most difficult part to implement is related to preoperative optimization of the patient such as lifestyle changes. Most nursing interventions to alleviate symptoms in the rehabilitation period after RC are still practice based. IMPLICATIONS FOR NURSING PRACTICE Priority should be given to implementation of the ERAS protocol. To improve the management of symptoms experienced by patients in the RC rehabilitation period it is essential that validated screening tools to identify the symptoms be used. Accepted and effective strategies for treating the individual symptoms should be initiated and clear treatment outcomes should be defined. Urology nurse researchers should investigate the concept of symptom clusters to clarify whether there are more efficient methods to identify symptoms or symptom clusters and if so would the use of symptom clusters knowledge improve patient care.
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- Susanne Vahr Lauridsen
- Department of Urology, Copenhagen University Hospital, Copenhagen, Denmark; WHO-CC, Clinical Health Promotion Centre, The Parker Institute Bispebjerg & Frederiksberg University Hospital, Frederiksberg, Denmark.
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Jensen BT, Lauridsen SV, Jensen JB. Optimal Delivery of Follow-Up Care After Radical Cystectomy for Bladder Cancer. Res Rep Urol 2020; 12:471-486. [PMID: 33117747 PMCID: PMC7569073 DOI: 10.2147/rru.s270240] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/01/2020] [Accepted: 09/24/2020] [Indexed: 01/10/2023] Open
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Purpose of Review To identify components representing optimal delivery of follow-up care after radical cystectomy because of bladder cancer and report the current level of evidence. Methods We conducted a systematic literature search of the following databases: Cochrane, MEDLINE, Embase, CINAHL, Web of Science, Physiotherapy Evidence Database and ClinicalTrials.gov. The search results were managed in Covidence Reference Manager and abstracts were screened by title. Articles relevant to the subject of interest were included and the results are reported narratively. Results Several studies have evaluated the positive impact of enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) on length of stay, albeit not on the further impact on 90-day postoperative complication rate, functional recovery, or mortality. Minimally invasive surgery may result in a slighter shorter length of stay compared to open surgery. Physical training combined with nutritional intervention can improve functional recovery up to one year after surgery. Nutritional supplements can preserve muscle and bone mass, and potentially improve recovery. Patient education in stoma care and prevention of infection can significantly improve self-efficacy and avoid symptoms of infection postoperatively. Moreover, specific devices like applications (apps) can support these efforts. Continued smoking increases the risk of developing postoperative complications while no evidence was found on the impact of continued alcohol drinking. Currently, there is no evidence on psychological well-being, sexual health, or shared decision making interventions with an impact on rehabilitation after radical cystectomy. Conclusion Data are scarce but indicate that peri- and postoperative multi-professional interventions can reduce prevalence of sarcopenia, and improve functional recovery, physical capacity, nutritional status, and self-efficacy in stoma care (level 1 evidence). Continued smoking increases the risk of complications, but the effects of a smoking and alcohol intervention remain unclear (level 3 evidence). The results of this review provide guidance for future directions in research and further attempts to develop and test an evidence-based program for follow-up care after radical cystectomy.
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- Department of Urology, Copenhagen University Hospital, Denmark and WHO-CC, Clinical Health Promotion Centre, The Parker Institute Bispebjerg & Frederiksberg University Hospital, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Urology, Aarhus University Hospital, Aarhus, Denmark.,Department of Clinical Medicine, Aarhus University, Aarhus, Denmark
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Porserud A, Karlsson P, Rydwik E, Aly M, Henningsohn L, Nygren-Bonnier M, Hagströmer M. The CanMoRe trial - evaluating the effects of an exercise intervention after robotic-assisted radical cystectomy for urinary bladder cancer: the study protocol of a randomised controlled trial. BMC Cancer 2020; 20:805. [PMID: 32842975 PMCID: PMC7448437 DOI: 10.1186/s12885-020-07140-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/05/2020] [Accepted: 07/06/2020] [Indexed: 01/30/2023] Open
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Background Patients who have undergone radical cystectomy for urinary bladder cancer are not sufficiently physically active and therefore may suffer complications leading to readmissions. A physical rehabilitation programme early postoperatively might prevent or at least alleviate these potential complications and improve physical function. The main aim of the CanMoRe trial is to evaluate the impact of a standardised and individually adapted exercise intervention in primary health care to improve physical function (primary outcome) and habitual physical activity, health-related quality of life, fatigue, psychological wellbeing and readmissions due to complications in patients undergoing robotic-assisted radical cystectomy for urinary bladder cancer. Methods In total, 120 patients will be included and assigned to either intervention or control arm of the study. All patients will receive preoperative information on the importance of early mobilisation and during the hospital stay they will follow a standard protocol for enhanced mobilisation. The intervention group will be given a referral to a physiotherapist in primary health care close to their home. Within the third week after discharge, the intervention group will begin 12 weeks of biweekly exercise. The exercise programme includes aerobic and strengthening exercises. The control group will receive oral and written information about a home-based exercise programme. Physical function will serve as the primary outcome and will be measured using the Six-minute walk test. Secondary outcomes are gait speed, handgrip strength, leg strength, habitual physical activity, health-related quality of life, fatigue, psychological wellbeing and readmissions due to complications. The measurements will be conducted at discharge (i.e. baseline), post-intervention and 1 year after surgery. To evaluate the effects of the intervention mixed or linear regression models according to the intention to treat procedure will be used. Discussion This proposed randomised controlled trial has the potential to provide new knowledge within rehabilitation after radical cystectomy for urinary bladder cancer. The programme should be easy to apply to other patient groups undergoing abdominal surgery for cancer and has the potential to change the health care chain for these patients. Trial registration ClinicalTrials.gov. Clinical trial registration number NCT03998579. First posted June 26, 2019.
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- Andrea Porserud
- Department of Neurobiology, Care sciences and Society, Division of Physiotherapy, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden. .,Allied Health Professionals Function, Medical unit Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden.
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- Department of Neurobiology, Care sciences and Society, Division of Physiotherapy, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden.,Allied Health Professionals Function, Medical unit Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Neurobiology, Care sciences and Society, Division of Physiotherapy, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden.,Allied Health Professionals Function, Medical unit Ageing, Health and Function, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Medical Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden.,Patient Area Pelvic Cancer, Prostate Cancer Patient Flow, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden.,Department of Molecular Medicine and Surgery, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Clinical Science, Intervention and Technology, CLINTEC, Division of Urology, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Neurobiology, Care sciences and Society, Division of Physiotherapy, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden.,Allied Health Professionals Function, Medical unit Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Neurobiology, Care sciences and Society, Division of Physiotherapy, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden.,Allied Health Professionals Function, Medical unit Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden.,Region Stockholm, Academic Primary Health Care Centre, Stockholm, Sweden
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Forbes CC, Swan F, Greenley SL, Lind M, Johnson MJ. Physical activity and nutrition interventions for older adults with cancer: a systematic review. J Cancer Surviv 2020; 14:689-711. [PMID: 32328828 PMCID: PMC7473955 DOI: 10.1007/s11764-020-00883-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/06/2020] [Accepted: 04/02/2020] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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Purpose The aim of this review was to summarize the current literature for the effectiveness of activity and nutritional based interventions on health-related quality of life (HRQoL) in older adults living with and beyond cancer (LWBC). Methods We conducted systematic structured searches of CINAHL, Embase, Medline, Cochrane CENTRAL databases, and bibliographic review. Two independent researchers selected against inclusion criteria: (1) lifestyle nutrition and/or activity intervention for people with any cancer diagnosis, (2) measured HRQoL, (3) all participants over 60 years of age and (4) randomized controlled trials. Results Searches identified 5179 titles; 114 articles had full text review, with 14 studies (participant n = 1660) included. Three had nutrition and activity components, one, nutrition only and ten, activity only. Duration ranged from 7 days to 1 year. Interventions varied from intensive daily prehabilitation to home-based gardening interventions. Studies investigated various HRQoL outcomes including fatigue, general and cancer-specific quality of life (QoL), distress, depression, global side-effect burden and physical functioning. Eight studies reported significant intervention improvements in one or more QoL measure. Seven studies reported using a psychosocial/theoretical framework. There is a gap in tailored nutrition advice. Conclusions Among the few studies that targeted older adults with cancer, most were activity-based programmes with half reporting improvements in QoL. Future research should focus on or include tailored nutrition components and consider appropriate behaviour change techniques to maximize potential QoL improvement. Implications for Cancer Survivors More research is needed to address the research gap regarding older adults as current recommendations are derived from younger populations. Electronic supplementary material The online version of this article (10.1007/s11764-020-00883-x) contains supplementary material, which is available to authorized users.
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- Cynthia C Forbes
- Wolfson Palliative Care Research Centre, Hull York Medical School, University of Hull, Kingston-Upon-Hull, UK. .,University of Hull, Allam Medical Building 3rd Floor, Cottingham Road, Kingston-Upon-Hull, East Yorkshire, HU6 7RX, UK.
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- Wolfson Palliative Care Research Centre, Hull York Medical School, University of Hull, Kingston-Upon-Hull, UK
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- Academy of Primary Care, Hull York Medical School, University of Hull, Kingston-Upon-Hull, UK
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- Cancer Research Group, Hull York Medical School, University of Hull, Kingston-Upon-Hull, UK
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- Wolfson Palliative Care Research Centre, Hull York Medical School, University of Hull, Kingston-Upon-Hull, UK
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Rammant E, Fonteyne V, Decaestecker K, Bultijnck R, Deforche B, Pieters R, Ost P, Verhaeghe S, Van Hecke A. Understanding physical activity behavior in patients with bladder cancer before and after radical cystectomy: a qualitative interview study. Clin Rehabil 2018; 33:750-761. [PMID: 30514109 DOI: 10.1177/0269215518815531] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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OBJECTIVE: To explore the determinants of physical activity in patients with bladder cancer before and after radical cystectomy. DESIGN: A qualitative research design using semi-structured face-to-face interviews. SETTING AND SUBJECTS: A total of 30 interviews were conducted with people diagnosed with bladder cancer and treated with radical cystectomy at Ghent University Hospital. MAIN MEASURES: The interviews were audiotaped and transcribed verbatim. Framework analysis with constant comparison between and within interviews was applied until final topics were derived from interpreting the data. RESULTS: Physical activity behavior in patients with bladder cancer is determined multifactorial with condition-related (e.g. urinary symptoms, comorbidities), therapy-related (e.g. fatigue, diarrhea), patient-related (e.g. outcome expectations, coping skills, definitions of physical activity), social/economic-related (e.g. social support, attractive environment) and health system-related (e.g. physicians' advice, information) factors. CONCLUSION: The results of this study can guide the development of theory-based behavior change interventions to increase physical activity in bladder cancer patients.
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- Elke Rammant
- 1 Department of Radiation Oncology and Experimental Cancer Research, Ghent University, Ghent, Belgium
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- 2 Department of Radiation Oncology, Ghent University Hospital, Ghent, Belgium
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- 1 Department of Radiation Oncology and Experimental Cancer Research, Ghent University, Ghent, Belgium
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- 4 Unit Health Promotion, Department of Public Health, Ghent University, Ghent, Belgium.,5 Physical Activity, Nutrition and Health Research Unit, Department of Movement and Sport Sciences, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Brussels, Belgium
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- 3 Department of Urology, Ghent University Hospital, Ghent, Belgium
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- 2 Department of Radiation Oncology, Ghent University Hospital, Ghent, Belgium
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- 6 Department of Public Health, University Centre for Nursing and Midwifery, Ghent University, Ghent, Belgium
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- 6 Department of Public Health, University Centre for Nursing and Midwifery, Ghent University, Ghent, Belgium
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Turner RR, Steed L, Quirk H, Greasley RU, Saxton JM, Taylor SJC, Rosario DJ, Thaha MA, Bourke L. Interventions for promoting habitual exercise in people living with and beyond cancer. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2018; 9:CD010192. [PMID: 30229557 PMCID: PMC6513653 DOI: 10.1002/14651858.cd010192.pub3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 102] [Impact Index Per Article: 17.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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BACKGROUND This is an updated version of the original Cochrane Review published in the Cochrane Library 2013, Issue 9. Despite good evidence for the health benefits of regular exercise for people living with or beyond cancer, understanding how to promote sustainable exercise behaviour change in sedentary cancer survivors, particularly over the long term, is not as well understood. A large majority of people living with or recovering from cancer do not meet current exercise recommendations. Hence, reviewing the evidence on how to promote and sustain exercise behaviour is important for understanding the most effective strategies to ensure benefit in the patient population and identify research gaps. OBJECTIVES To assess the effects of interventions designed to promote exercise behaviour in sedentary people living with and beyond cancer and to address the following secondary questions: Which interventions are most effective in improving aerobic fitness and skeletal muscle strength and endurance? Which interventions are most effective in improving exercise behaviour amongst patients with different cancers? Which interventions are most likely to promote long-term (12 months or longer) exercise behaviour? What frequency of contact with exercise professionals and/or healthcare professionals is associated with increased exercise behaviour? What theoretical basis is most often associated with better behavioural outcomes? What behaviour change techniques (BCTs) are most often associated with increased exercise behaviour? What adverse effects are attributed to different exercise interventions? SEARCH METHODS We used standard methodological procedures expected by Cochrane. We updated our 2013 Cochrane systematic review by updating the searches of the following electronic databases: Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials (CENTRAL) in The Cochrane Library, MEDLINE, Embase, AMED, CINAHL, PsycLIT/PsycINFO, SportDiscus and PEDro up to May 2018. We also searched the grey literature, trial registries, wrote to leading experts in the field and searched reference lists of included studies and other related recent systematic reviews. SELECTION CRITERIA We included only randomised controlled trials (RCTs) that compared an exercise intervention with usual care or 'waiting list' control in sedentary people over the age of 18 with a homogenous primary cancer diagnosis. DATA COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS In the update, review authors independently screened all titles and abstracts to identify studies that might meet the inclusion criteria, or that could not be safely excluded without assessment of the full text (e.g. when no abstract is available). We extracted data from all eligible papers with at least two members of the author team working independently (RT, LS and RG). We coded BCTs according to the CALO-RE taxonomy. Risk of bias was assessed using the Cochrane's tool for assessing risk of bias. When possible, and if appropriate, we performed a fixed-effect meta-analysis of study outcomes. If statistical heterogeneity was noted, a meta-analysis was performed using a random-effects model. For continuous outcomes (e.g. cardiorespiratory fitness), we extracted the final value, the standard deviation (SD) of the outcome of interest and the number of participants assessed at follow-up in each treatment arm, to estimate the standardised mean difference (SMD) between treatment arms. SMD was used, as investigators used heterogeneous methods to assess individual outcomes. If a meta-analysis was not possible or was not appropriate, we narratively synthesised studies. The quality of the evidence was assessed using the GRADE approach with the GRADE profiler. MAIN RESULTS We included 23 studies in this review, involving a total of 1372 participants (an addition of 10 studies, 724 participants from the original review); 227 full texts were screened in the update and 377 full texts were screened in the original review leaving 35 publications from a total of 23 unique studies included in the review. We planned to include all cancers, but only studies involving breast, prostate, colorectal and lung cancer met the inclusion criteria. Thirteen studies incorporated a target level of exercise that could meet current recommendations for moderate-intensity aerobic exercise (i.e.150 minutes per week); or resistance exercise (i.e. strength training exercises at least two days per week).Adherence to exercise interventions, which is crucial for understanding treatment dose, is still reported inconsistently. Eight studies reported intervention adherence of 75% or greater to an exercise prescription that met current guidelines. These studies all included a component of supervision: in our analysis of BCTs we designated these studies as 'Tier 1 trials'. Six studies reported intervention adherence of 75% or greater to an aerobic exercise goal that was less than the current guideline recommendations: in our analysis of BCTs we designated these studies as 'Tier 2 trials.' A hierarchy of BCTs was developed for Tier 1 and Tier 2 trials, with programme goal setting, setting of graded tasks and instruction of how to perform behaviour being amongst the most frequent BCTs. Despite the uncertainty surrounding adherence in some of the included studies, interventions resulted in improvements in aerobic exercise tolerance at eight to 12 weeks (SMD 0.54, 95% CI 0.37 to 0.70; 604 participants, 10 studies; low-quality evidence) versus usual care. At six months, aerobic exercise tolerance was also improved (SMD 0.56, 95% CI 0.39 to 0.72; 591 participants; 7 studies; low-quality evidence). AUTHORS' CONCLUSIONS Since the last version of this review, none of the new relevant studies have provided additional information to change the conclusions. We have found some improved understanding of how to encourage previously inactive cancer survivors to achieve international physical activity guidelines. Goal setting, setting of graded tasks and instruction of how to perform behaviour, feature in interventions that meet recommendations targets and report adherence of 75% or more. However, long-term follow-up data are still limited, and the majority of studies are in white women with breast cancer. There are still a considerable number of published studies with numerous and varied issues related to high risk of bias and poor reporting standards. Additionally, the meta-analyses were often graded as consisting of low- to very low-certainty evidence. A very small number of serious adverse effects were reported amongst the studies, providing reassurance exercise is safe for this population.
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- Rebecca R Turner
- Sheffield Hallam UniversityCentre for Sport and Exercise ScienceA124 Collegiate Hall, Collegiate CrescentSheffieldSouth YorkshireUKS10 2BP
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- Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry, Queen Mary University of LondonCentre for Primary Care and Public HealthBlizard Institute, Yvonne Carter Building58 Turner StreetLondonUKE1 2AT
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- Sheffield Hallam UniversityCentre for Sport and Exercise ScienceA124 Collegiate Hall, Collegiate CrescentSheffieldSouth YorkshireUKS10 2BP
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- Sheffield Hallam UniversityCentre for Sport and Exercise ScienceA124 Collegiate Hall, Collegiate CrescentSheffieldSouth YorkshireUKS10 2BP
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- Northumbria UniversityDepartment of Sport, Exercise, and RehabilitationNewcastle‐upon‐TyneUKNE1 8ST
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- Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry, Queen Mary University of LondonCentre for Primary Care and Public Health and Asthma UK Centre for Applied ResearchYvonne Carter Building58 Turner StreetLondonUKE1 2AB
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- University of SheffieldDepartment of OncologyBeech Hill RoadRoyal Hallamshire HospitalSheffieldUKS010 2RX
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- Barts & The London School of Medicine & Dentistry, Queen Mary University LondonAcademic Surgical Unit, National Centre for Bowel Research & Surgical Innovation, Centre for Digestive Diseases, Blizard Institute1st Floor, Abernethy Building, 2 Newark StreetThe Royal London Hospital, WhitechapelLondonEnglandUKE1 2AT
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- Sheffield Hallam UniversityHealth and Wellbeing Research InstituteSheffieldUKS10 2BP
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Quirk H, Rosario DJ, Bourke L. Supportive interventions to improve physiological and psychological health outcomes among patients undergoing cystectomy: a systematic review. BMC Urol 2018; 18:71. [PMID: 30143017 PMCID: PMC6109292 DOI: 10.1186/s12894-018-0382-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/26/2018] [Accepted: 08/03/2018] [Indexed: 12/04/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Our understanding of effective perioperative supportive interventions for patients undergoing cystectomy procedures and how these may affect short and long-term health outcomes is limited. METHODS Randomised controlled trials involving any non-surgical, perioperative interventions designed to support or improve the patient experience for patients undergoing cystectomy procedures were reviewed. Comparison groups included those exposed to usual clinical care or standard procedure. Studies were excluded if they involved surgical procedure only, involved bowel preparation only or involved an alternative therapy such as aromatherapy. Any short and long-term outcomes reflecting the patient experience or related urological health outcomes were considered. RESULTS Nineteen articles (representing 15 individual studies) were included for review. Heterogeneity in interventions and outcomes across studies meant meta-analyses were not possible. Participants were all patients with bladder cancer and interventions were delivered over different stages of the perioperative period. The overall quality of evidence and reporting was low and outcomes were predominantly measured in the short-term. However, the findings show potential for exercise therapy, pharmaceuticals, ERAS protocols, psychological/educational programmes, chewing gum and nutrition to benefit a broad range of physiological and psychological health outcomes. CONCLUSIONS Supportive interventions to date have taken many different forms with a range of potentially meaningful physiological and psychological health outcomes for cystectomy patients. Questions remain as to what magnitude of short-term health improvements would lead to clinically relevant changes in the overall patient experience of surgery and long-term recovery.
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- Helen Quirk
- Centre for Sport and Exercise Science, Sheffield Hallam University, S10 2BP, Sheffield, UK
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- Faculty of Health and Wellbeing, Sheffield Hallam University, Sheffield, UK
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Winters BR, Wright JL, Holt SK, Dash A, Gore JL, Schade GR. Health Related Quality of Life Following Radical Cystectomy: Comparative Analysis from the Medicare Health Outcomes Survey. J Urol 2018; 199:669-675. [DOI: 10.1016/j.juro.2017.08.111] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 08/28/2017] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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- Brian R. Winters
- Department of Urology, University of Washington School of Medicine, Seattle, Washington
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- Division of Public Health Sciences, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Seattle, Washington
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- Department of Urology, University of Washington School of Medicine, Seattle, Washington
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- Department of Urology, University of Washington School of Medicine, Seattle, Washington
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- Department of Urology, University of Washington School of Medicine, Seattle, Washington
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- Department of Urology, University of Washington School of Medicine, Seattle, Washington
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Rammant E, Decaestecker K, Bultijnck R, Sundahl N, Ost P, Pauwels NS, Deforche B, Pieters R, Fonteyne V. A systematic review of exercise and psychosocial rehabilitation interventions to improve health-related outcomes in patients with bladder cancer undergoing radical cystectomy. Clin Rehabil 2017; 32:594-606. [PMID: 29231044 DOI: 10.1177/0269215517746472] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/28/2023]
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OBJECTIVE Summarizing the evidence on the effects of pre- and postoperative exercise and psychosocial rehabilitation interventions on patient-reported outcomes (PROs) and physical fitness in bladder cancer patients undergoing radical cystectomy. DATA SOURCES The Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials, MEDLINE, Embase, Web of Science and the Physiotherapy Evidence Database were searched independently by two authors from inception until 10 November 2017. Cited references of the studies and citing references retrieved via Web of Science were also checked. REVIEW METHODS Randomized controlled trials (RCTs) and non-randomized studies assessing effects of exercise and psychosocial interventions in bladder cancer patients undergoing radical cystectomy were eligible. Primary outcome measures were PROs and physical fitness. Risk of bias was assessed using the Cochrane Collaboration tool and the Newcastle-Ottawa Scale. RESULTS Five RCTs (three exercise and two psychosocial studies) and one non-randomized psychosocial study comprising 317 bladder cancer patients were included. Timing of the intervention was preoperative ( n = 2), postoperative ( n = 2) or both pre- and postoperative ( n = 2). Positive effects of exercise were found for physical fitness ( n = 3), some health-related quality-of-life (HRQoL) domains ( n = 2), personal activities in daily living ( n = 1) and muscle strength ( n = 1). Psychosocial interventions showed positive effects on anxiety ( n = 1), fatigue ( n = 1), depression ( n = 1), HRQoL ( n = 1) and posttraumatic growth ( n = 1). Quality assessment showed most shortcomings with sample sizes and strong heterogeneity was observed between studies. CONCLUSION The evidence relating to the effects of exercise in bladder cancer is very limited and is even less for psychosocial interventions.
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- Elke Rammant
- 1 Department of Radiation Oncology and Experimental Cancer Research, Ghent University Hospital, Ghent, Belgium
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- 1 Department of Radiation Oncology and Experimental Cancer Research, Ghent University Hospital, Ghent, Belgium
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- 1 Department of Radiation Oncology and Experimental Cancer Research, Ghent University Hospital, Ghent, Belgium
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- 1 Department of Radiation Oncology and Experimental Cancer Research, Ghent University Hospital, Ghent, Belgium
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- 3 Knowledge Center Ghent, Ghent University Hospital, Ghent, Belgium
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- 2 Department of Urology, Ghent University Hospital, Ghent, Belgium
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- 1 Department of Radiation Oncology and Experimental Cancer Research, Ghent University Hospital, Ghent, Belgium
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Sweegers MG, Altenburg TM, Chinapaw MJ, Kalter J, Verdonck-de Leeuw IM, Courneya KS, Newton RU, Aaronson NK, Jacobsen PB, Brug J, Buffart LM. Which exercise prescriptions improve quality of life and physical function in patients with cancer during and following treatment? A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials. Br J Sports Med 2017; 52:505-513. [PMID: 28954800 DOI: 10.1136/bjsports-2017-097891] [Citation(s) in RCA: 138] [Impact Index Per Article: 19.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 07/18/2017] [Indexed: 12/17/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Certain exercise prescriptions for patients with cancer may improve self-reported quality of life (QoL) and self-reported physical function (PF). We investigated the effects of exercise on QoL and PF in patients with cancer and studied differences in effects between different intervention-related and exercise-related characteristics. DESIGN We searched four electronic databases to identify randomised controlled trials investigating exercise effects on QoL and PF in patients with cancer. Pooled effects (Hedges' g) were calculated using Comprehensive Meta-Analysis software. Subgroup analyses were conducted based on intervention dimensions, including timing, duration and delivery mode, and exercise dimensions, including frequency, intensity, type and time (FITT factors). RESULTS We included 74 exercise arms. Patients who were randomised to exercise interventions had significantly improved QoL (g=0.15, 95% CI (0.10 to 0.20), n=67 exercise arms) and PF (g=0.21, 95% CI (0.15 to 0.27), n=59 exercise arms) compared with patients in control groups. We found a significant between-group difference for exercise delivery mode, with significant beneficial effects for supervised exercise interventions (g=0.20, 95% CI (0.14 to 0.26) for QoL and g=0.27, 95% CI (0.20 to 0.33) for PF), but not for unsupervised interventions (g=0.04, 95% CI (-0.06 to 0.13) for QoL and g=0.09, 95% CI (-0.01 to 0.19) for PF). No statistically significant differences in intervention effects were found for variations in intervention timing, duration or exercise FITT factors. Unsupervised exercise with higher weekly energy expenditure was more effective than unsupervised exercise with lower energy expenditure (z=2.34, p=0.02). CONCLUSIONS Exercise interventions, especially when supervised, have statistically significant and small clinical benefit on self-reported QoL and PF in patients with cancer. Unsupervised exercise intervention effects on PF were larger when prescribed at a higher weekly energy expenditure.
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- Maike G Sweegers
- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Amsterdam Public Health Institute, VU University Medical Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,Cancer Center Amsterdam, VU University Medical Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Public and Occupational Health, Amsterdam Public Health Institute, VU University Medical Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Public and Occupational Health, Amsterdam Public Health Institute, VU University Medical Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Amsterdam Public Health Institute, VU University Medical Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,Cancer Center Amsterdam, VU University Medical Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Cancer Center Amsterdam, VU University Medical Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, VU University Medical Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,Department of Clinical Psychology, Vrije Universiteit, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Faculty of Physical Education and Recreation, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
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- Exercise Medicine Research Institute, Edith Cowan University, Joondalup, Western Australia, Australia
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- Division of Psychosocial Research and Epidemiology, Netherlands Cancer Institute, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Division of Population Science, Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Amsterdam Public Health Institute, VU University Medical Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,Amsterdam School of Communication Research (ASCoR), University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Amsterdam Public Health Institute, VU University Medical Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,Cancer Center Amsterdam, VU University Medical Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.,Exercise Medicine Research Institute, Edith Cowan University, Joondalup, Western Australia, Australia.,Department of Medical Oncology, VU University Medical Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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Segal R, Zwaal C, Green E, Tomasone JR, Loblaw A, Petrella T. Exercise for people with cancer: a systematic review. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2017; 24:e290-e315. [PMID: 28874900 DOI: 10.3747/co.24.3619] [Citation(s) in RCA: 77] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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BACKGROUND This systematic review was completed by the Exercise for People with Cancer Guideline Development Group, a group organized by Cancer Care Ontario's Program in Evidence-Based Care (pebc). It provides background and guidance for clinicians with respect to exercise for people living with cancer in active and post treatment. It focuses on the benefits of specific types of exercise, pre-screening requirements for new referrals, safety concerns, and delivery models. METHODS Using the pebc's standardized approach, medline and embase were systematically searched for existing guidelines, systematic reviews, and primary literature. RESULTS The search identified two guidelines, eighteen systematic reviews, and twenty-nine randomized controlled trials with relevance to the topic. The present review provides conclusions about the duration, frequency, and intensity of exercise appropriate for people living with cancer. CONCLUSIONS The evidence shows that exercise is safe and provides benefit in quality of life and in muscular and aerobic fitness for people with cancer both during and after treatment. The evidence is sufficient to support the promotion of exercise for adults with cancer, and some evidence supports the promotion of exercise in group or supervised settings and for a long period of time to improve quality of life and muscular and aerobic fitness. Exercise at moderate intensities could also be sustainable for longer periods and could encourage exercise to be continued over an individual's lifetime. It is important that a pre-screening assessment be conducted to evaluate the effects of disease, treatments, and comorbidities.
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- R Segal
- Medical Oncology, The Ottawa Hospital, Ottawa
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- McMaster University, Hamilton
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- Canadian Partnership Against Cancer, Toronto
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- Odette Cancer Research Program, Sunnybrook Hospital, Toronto; and
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Segal R, Zwaal C, Green E, Tomasone JR, Loblaw A, Petrella T. Exercise for people with cancer: a clinical practice guideline. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2017; 24:40-46. [PMID: 28270724 DOI: 10.3747/co.24.3376] [Citation(s) in RCA: 165] [Impact Index Per Article: 23.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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BACKGROUND Development of this guideline was undertaken by the Exercise for People with Cancer Guideline Development Group, a group organized by Cancer Care Ontario's Program in Evidence-Based Care (pebc). The purpose of the guideline was to provide guidance for clinicians with respect to exercise for patients living with cancer, focusing on the benefits of specific types of exercise, recommendations about screening requirements for new referrals, and safety concerns. METHODS Consistent with the pebc's standardized approach, a systematic search was conducted for existing guidelines, and systematic literature searches were performed in medline and embase for both systematic reviews and primary literature. Content and methodology experts performed an internal review, which was followed by an external review by targeted experts and intended users. RESULTS The search identified three guidelines, eighteen systematic reviews, and twenty-nine randomized controlled trials with relevance to the topic. The present guideline provides recommendations for the duration, frequency, and intensity of exercise appropriate for people living with cancer. It also provides recommendations for pre-exercise assessment, safety concerns, and delivery models. CONCLUSIONS There is sufficient evidence to show that exercise provides benefits in quality of life and muscular and aerobic fitness for people with cancer both during and after treatment, and that it does not cause harm. The present guideline is intended to support the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology's Canadian physical activity guidelines. The recommendations are intended for clinicians and institutions treating cancer patients in Ontario, and for policymakers and program planners involved in the delivery of exercise programs for cancer patients.
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- R Segal
- Medical Oncology, The Ottawa Hospital, Ottawa
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- McMaster University, Hamilton
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- Canadian Partnership Against Cancer, Toronto
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- Evaluative Clinical Sciences, Odette Cancer Research Program, Sunnybrook Hospital, Toronto; and
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- ncic Melanoma Clinical Trials Group, Sunnybrook Hospital, Toronto, ON
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Eldridge SM, Chan CL, Campbell MJ, Bond CM, Hopewell S, Thabane L, Lancaster GA. CONSORT 2010 statement: extension to randomised pilot and feasibility trials. BMJ 2016; 355:i5239. [PMID: 27777223 PMCID: PMC5076380 DOI: 10.1136/bmj.i5239] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1376] [Impact Index Per Article: 172.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 09/18/2016] [Indexed: 12/27/2022]
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- Sandra M Eldridge
- Centre for Primary Care and Public Health, Queen Mary University of London, London, UK
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- Centre for Primary Care and Public Health, Queen Mary University of London, London, UK
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- School of Health and Related Research, University of Sheffield, Sheffield, UK
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- Centre of Academic Primary Care, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, Scotland, UK
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- Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK
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- Clinical Epidemiology and Biostatistics, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Mathematics and Statistics, Lancaster University, Lancaster, UK
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Eldridge SM, Chan CL, Campbell MJ, Bond CM, Hopewell S, Thabane L, Lancaster GA. CONSORT 2010 statement: extension to randomised pilot and feasibility trials. Pilot Feasibility Stud 2016; 2:64. [PMID: 27965879 PMCID: PMC5154046 DOI: 10.1186/s40814-016-0105-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 651] [Impact Index Per Article: 81.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/29/2016] [Accepted: 10/10/2016] [Indexed: 01/10/2023] Open
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The Consolidated Standards of Reporting Trials (CONSORT) statement is a guideline designed to improve the transparency and quality of the reporting of randomised controlled trials (RCTs). In this article we present an extension to that statement for randomised pilot and feasibility trials conducted in advance of a future definitive RCT. The checklist applies to any randomised study in which a future definitive RCT, or part of it, is conducted on a smaller scale, regardless of its design (eg, cluster, factorial, crossover) or the terms used by authors to describe the study (eg, pilot, feasibility, trial, study). The extension does not directly apply to internal pilot studies built into the design of a main trial, non-randomised pilot and feasibility studies, or phase II studies, but these studies all have some similarities to randomised pilot and feasibility studies and so many of the principles might also apply. The development of the extension was motivated by the growing number of studies described as feasibility or pilot studies and by research that has identified weaknesses in their reporting and conduct. We followed recommended good practice to develop the extension, including carrying out a Delphi survey, holding a consensus meeting and research team meetings, and piloting the checklist. The aims and objectives of pilot and feasibility randomised studies differ from those of other randomised trials. Consequently, although much of the information to be reported in these trials is similar to those in randomised controlled trials (RCTs) assessing effectiveness and efficacy, there are some key differences in the type of information and in the appropriate interpretation of standard CONSORT reporting items. We have retained some of the original CONSORT statement items, but most have been adapted, some removed, and new items added. The new items cover how participants were identified and consent obtained; if applicable, the prespecified criteria used to judge whether or how to proceed with a future definitive RCT; if relevant, other important unintended consequences; implications for progression from pilot to future definitive RCT, including any proposed amendments; and ethical approval or approval by a research review committee confirmed with a reference number. This article includes the 26 item checklist, a separate checklist for the abstract, a template for a CONSORT flowchart for these studies, and an explanation of the changes made and supporting examples. We believe that routine use of this proposed extension to the CONSORT statement will result in improvements in the reporting of pilot trials. Editor's note: In order to encourage its wide dissemination this article is freely accessible on the BMJ and Pilot and Feasibility Studies journal websites.
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- Sandra M. Eldridge
- Centre for Primary Care and Public Health, Queen Mary University of London, London, UK
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- Centre for Primary Care and Public Health, Queen Mary University of London, London, UK
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- School of Health and Related Research, University of Sheffield, Sheffield, UK
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- Centre of Academic Primary Care, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, Scotland, UK
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- Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK
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- Clinical Epidemiology and Biostatistics, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario Canada
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Gopalakrishna A, Longo TA, Fantony JJ, Van Noord M, Inman BA. Lifestyle factors and health-related quality of life in bladder cancer survivors: a systematic review. J Cancer Surviv 2016; 10:874-82. [PMID: 27002077 PMCID: PMC5018420 DOI: 10.1007/s11764-016-0533-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/12/2015] [Accepted: 02/22/2016] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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PURPOSE Diet, physical activity, and smoking cessation are modifiable lifestyle factors that have been shown to improve health-related quality of life (HRQOL) in many cancer survivors. Our objective was to systematically review the literature on the associations between lifestyle factors, namely diet, physical activity, smoking status, and HRQOL in bladder cancer survivors. METHODS We queried PubMed, EMBASE, and Cochrane libraries. Two reviewers reviewed abstracts independently, and a third reviewer arbitrated disagreements. A descriptive analysis was performed. Quality assessment was conducted using the Newcastle-Ottawa Quality Assessment Scale for observational studies and the Cochrane Risk of Bias Tool for clinical trials. RESULTS We identified 1167 publications in the initial search, of which 9 met inclusion criteria for full-text review. We were able to obtain data on the outcomes of interest for 5 publications. A total of 1288 patients who underwent treatment for bladder cancer were included. Three studies were observational by design and two were randomized controlled trials. Physical activity was addressed by 4 studies, smoking status by 2 studies, and diet by 1 study. CONCLUSIONS The review highlights the limited evidence around lifestyle factors and quality of life in bladder cancer survivors. There is some evidence for a positive association between HRQOL and physical activity, but insufficient evidence upon which to draw conclusions about the effects of consuming fruits and vegetables or non-smoking. IMPLICATIONS FOR CANCER SURVIVORS There is limited evidence to support a positive association between health-related quality of life and physical activity, but insufficient evidence upon which to base any conclusions about consumption of fruits and vegetables or smoking cessation in bladder cancer survivors.
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- Ajay Gopalakrishna
- Division of Urology, Duke University Medical Center, 2301 Erwin Road, Durham, NC, 27710, USA
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- Division of Urology, Duke University Medical Center, 2301 Erwin Road, Durham, NC, 27710, USA
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- Division of Urology, Duke University Medical Center, 2301 Erwin Road, Durham, NC, 27710, USA
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- Research and Education Services, Duke University Medical Center, 2301 Erwin Road, Durham, NC, 27710, USA
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- Division of Urology, Duke University Medical Center, 2301 Erwin Road, Durham, NC, 27710, USA.
- , Box 103868, 3007 Snyderman Bldg 905 La Salle Street, Durham, NC, 27710, USA.
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW Patients who undergo radical cystectomy and urinary diversion experience a lengthy period of postoperative recovery from physical, functional, social, and emotional challenges that greatly impact health-related quality of life (HRQoL). These changes affect nearly all patients and must be reviewed in detail as part of the preoperative consultation. However, quantifying a patient's risk for altered HRQoL is imprecise, thus complicating the choice for urinary diversion. RECENT FINDINGS A recent prospective study observed improved global health status and physical, role, and social functioning in patients treated with orthotopic neobladder diversion compared with patients treated with ileal conduit diversion. In contrast, robotic-assisted radical cystectomy does not improve patient quality of life (QoL) over open radical cystectomy within the first year of surgery. Enhanced recovery protocols improve immediate postoperative QoL but their effect on long-term QoL is uncertain. SUMMARY There is still a significant lack of understanding about the QoL between various types of urinary diversions. Recent and ongoing prospective randomized trials in the radical cystectomy population may shed light on urinary diversion-specific function and related effects on HRQoL. Ultimately, well designed, large multicenter prospective-controlled trials comparing functional, social, and emotional outcomes of continent and incontinent urinary diversion are still needed.
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Zermann DH, Vahlensieck W, Hoffmann W. [Social medical/public health assessment of bladder cancer after curative and adjuvant therapy]. Urologe A 2016; 55:1335-1338. [PMID: 27287241 DOI: 10.1007/s00120-016-0155-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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Radical cystectomy and urinary diversion are a challenge for patients. Requirements for the successful participation of the patient are sufficient urinary diversion management and recuperation/recovery as the result of urological rehabilitation. A social medical assessment reviews the individual oncological prognosis and the rehabilitation results to determine the return to work.
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- D-H Zermann
- Fachklinik für Urologie, Uroonkologie und Nephrologie, Rehabilitationszentrum Vogtland-Klinik Bad Elster, Forststraße 3, 08645, Bad Elster, Deutschland. .,Deutsche Akademie für Kurortwissenschaften und Rehabilitationsmedizin e. V., Bad Elster, Deutschland.
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- Fachklinik für Urologie, Kurpark-Klinik, Bad Nauheim, Deutschland
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- Klinik Park-Therme, Badenweiler, Deutschland
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Ahmadi H, Montie JE, Weizer AZ, Morgan T, Montgomery JS, Lee CT. Patient Psoas Muscle Mass as a Predictor of Complications and Survival After Radical Cystectomy. Curr Urol Rep 2016; 16:79. [PMID: 26403157 DOI: 10.1007/s11934-015-0548-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/25/2022]
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As a treatment for high-risk bladder cancer, radical cystectomy (RC) remains a highly morbid operation with complication rates of 40-60% and mortality rates as high as 9% in the first 90 days after surgery (Aziz et al., Eur Urol 66(1):156-163, 2014; Shabsigh et al., Eur Urol 55(1):164-174, 2009). Many patients suffer from a failure-to-thrive syndrome associated with anorexia, weight loss, dehydration, and immobility. In elderly patients, failure-to-thrive may result in loss of independence and a cascade of events that increases the risk of perioperative morbidity and mortality, ultimately resulting in impaired survival. Psoas muscle mass has been used to predict morbidity and mortality after major surgical procedures in vulnerable populations with substantial comorbidities. Increasingly, psoas muscle mass is also being used to predict outcomes after RC. If patients with a high risk of impaired survival are identified preoperatively, prehabilitative interventions can be integrated into their preparation for surgical treatment (Porserud et al., Clin Rehab 28(5):451-459, 2014; Friedman et al., Nutr Clin Pract: Off Publ Am Soc Parenter Enter Nutr 30(2):175-179, 2015). This chapter discusses the role of psoas muscle mass as a predictor of negative surgical outcomes after cystectomy.
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- Hamed Ahmadi
- Oregon Health and Science University, Portland, OR, USA.
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- University of Michigan, 7303 CCGC, 1500 E. Medical Center Dr, Ann Arbor, MI, 48109-5946, USA.
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- University of Michigan, 7303 CCGC, 1500 E. Medical Center Dr, Ann Arbor, MI, 48109-5946, USA.
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- University of Michigan, 7303 CCGC, 1500 E. Medical Center Dr, Ann Arbor, MI, 48109-5946, USA.
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- University of Michigan, 7303 CCGC, 1500 E. Medical Center Dr, Ann Arbor, MI, 48109-5946, USA.
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- University of Michigan, 7303 CCGC, 1500 E. Medical Center Dr, Ann Arbor, MI, 48109-5946, USA.
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Almstedt HC, Grote S, Perez SE, Shoepe TC, Strand SL, Tarleton HP. Training-related improvements in musculoskeletal health and balance: a 13-week pilot study of female cancer survivors. Eur J Cancer Care (Engl) 2016; 26. [PMID: 26777589 DOI: 10.1111/ecc.12442] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 12/05/2015] [Indexed: 12/25/2022]
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Cancer survivors often experience poor post-treatment musculoskeletal health. This study examined the feasibility of combined aerobic and resistant training (CART) for improving strength, skeletal health and balance. Cancer survivors (n = 24) were identified by convenience sampling in Los Angeles County with 11 survivors consenting to 13 weeks of CART. Pre- and post-intervention assessments of bone mineral density (BMD), strength, flexibility and biomarker analysis were performed. Paired t-test analysis suggested increases in lower and upper body strength. The average T-score for BMD at the femoral neck improved from -1.46 to -1.36 and whole body BMD improved from -1.65 to -1.55. From baseline to follow-up, participants also displayed decreases in sway velocity on the eyes open (7%) and eyes closed (27%) conditions. Improvement in lower body strength was associated with increases in lean body mass (LBM) (r = 0.721) and an inverse association was observed between sway velocity and LBM (r = 0.838). Age and time since last treatment were related with biomarkers of anabolic growth (IGF-1, IGFbp-3) and bone (DPD, BAP). In summary, observed physiological changes were consistent with functional improvements, suggesting that isometric and dynamic exercise prescription may reduce the risk for falls and fall-related fractures among survivors.
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- H C Almstedt
- Department of Health and Human Sciences, Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- Department of Health and Human Sciences, Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, CA, USA.,Center for Nutrition, Healthy Lifestyle, and Disease Prevention, School of Public Health, Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, CA, USA
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- Department of Health and Human Sciences, Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- Department of Health and Human Sciences, Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- Department of Health and Human Sciences, Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- Department of Health and Human Sciences, Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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