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Ganna S, Rahimi S, Lu A, Laborde K, Trivedi M. Interventions to improve oral endocrine therapy adherence in breast cancer patients. J Cancer Surviv 2024:10.1007/s11764-023-01513-y. [PMID: 38233637 DOI: 10.1007/s11764-023-01513-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/18/2023] [Accepted: 12/13/2023] [Indexed: 01/19/2024]
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PURPOSE Oral endocrine therapy (OET) is recommended in prevention and treatment of hormone receptor-positive breast cancer (HR+ BC). Despite the reduced incidence, recurrence, and mortality, OET adherence is poor in this patient population. The aim of this study was to review the latest literature to identify effective interventions to improve medication adherence in patients taking OET for prevention or treatment of HR+ BC. METHODS The Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis (PRISMA) framework was used to perform this review. We utilized PubMed, SCOPUS, EMBASE, Cochrane, and Web of Science to acquire articles using search terms including breast cancer, adherence, persistence, and acceptability. Inclusion criteria included publication in peer-reviewed journal, primary data source, longitudinal, patients on OET such as aromatase inhibitors (AIs) or selective estrogen receptor modulators (SERMs), measuring adherence, persistence, or acceptability. RESULTS Out of 895 articles identified, 10 articles were included. Majority of patients had early-stage HR+ BC. Two out of two studies incorporating technological intervention, two out of three studies with text communication-based intervention, and three out of five studies with verbal communication-based intervention reported significant improvement in OET adherence and/or persistence. CONCLUSIONS While the interventions tested so far have shown to improve OET adherence in HR+ BC patients in some studies, there is a need to design combination interventions addressing multiple barriers in this population. IMPLICATIONS FOR CANCER SURVIVORS This study showcases effectiveness of novel interventions to improve OET adherence and the need to further develop patient-centered strategies to benefit all patients with HR+ BC.
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Affiliation(s)
- Sourab Ganna
- Department of Pharmaceutical Health Outcomes and Policy, University of Houston College of Pharmacy, Houston, TX, 77204, USA
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- West Penn Hospital, Pittsburg, PA, 15224, USA
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- Department of Pharmacy Practice and Translational Research, University of Houston College of Pharmacy, Health 2, 4349 Martin Luther King Blvd, Houston, TX, 77204-5000, USA
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- Department of Pharmacy Practice and Translational Research, University of Houston College of Pharmacy, Health 2, 4349 Martin Luther King Blvd, Houston, TX, 77204-5000, USA
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- Department of Pharmacy Practice and Translational Research, University of Houston College of Pharmacy, Health 2, 4349 Martin Luther King Blvd, Houston, TX, 77204-5000, USA.
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V R, Chacko AM, Abdulla N, Annamalai M, Kandi V. Medication Adherence in Cancer Patients: A Comprehensive Review. Cureus 2024; 16:e52721. [PMID: 38384629 PMCID: PMC10880514 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.52721] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 01/22/2024] [Indexed: 02/23/2024] Open
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Cancer is a complex disease that can affect different parts of the body. The rates of cancer have shown an increasing trend in the past decade. A majority of cancers are detected late, therefore becoming untreatable and resulting in significant mortality. Additionally, the lack of awareness about cancers, their risk factors, diagnostic modalities, and preventive measures contributes to increased burden among people. Despite significant developments in the therapeutic and comprehensive management of cancers, the cause for concern is the lack of medication adherence. This is majorly attributed to the adverse effects of the medication, the cost of the drugs, and other reasons. This review comprehensively discusses various aspects of cancer medication adherence that include therapeutic modalities for treating cancers, factors influencing medication adherence, barriers, and facilitators to medication adherence.
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- Reshma V
- Pharmacology, Shri Sathya Sai Medical College and Research Institute (SSSMCRI), Chennai, IND
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- Biochemistry, Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth, Puducherry, IND
- Biochemistry, Azeezia Institute of Medical Sciences and Research, Kollam, IND
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- Pharmacology and Therapeutics, Kunhitharuvai Memorial Charitable Trust (KMCT) Medical College, Calicut, IND
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- Pharmacology, Shri Sathya Sai Medical College and Research Institute (SSSMCRI), Chennai, IND
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- Clinical Microbiology, Prathima Institute of Medical Sciences, Karimnagar, IND
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Amonoo HL, Deary EC, Wang A, Newcomb RA, Daskalakis E, Weber D, Holmbeck KE, Choe JJ, Nabily A, Cutler C, Traeger LN, El-Jawahri A. Medication Adherence in Patients with Hematologic Malignancies Who Are Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation Survivors: A Qualitative Study. Transplant Cell Ther 2023; 29:620.e1-620.e11. [PMID: 37516379 PMCID: PMC10592303 DOI: 10.1016/j.jtct.2023.07.019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/26/2023] [Revised: 07/20/2023] [Accepted: 07/21/2023] [Indexed: 07/31/2023]
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Medication adherence is critical for optimal health outcomes in patients with hematologic malignancies who have undergone allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplants (HSCT). However, this population struggles with medication nonadherence. Research that comprehensively describes the complex patient- and medication-related factors which impact medication adherence in this population is lacking. Hence, we used semistructured qualitative interviews to explore the diverse and complex factors contributing to medication adherence in HSCT recipients. We conducted 30 in-depth interviews with patients who were more than 180 days post-allogeneic HSCT at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. The interviews explored the physical, social, psychological, and sociodemographic factors that facilitate or discourage adherence to the post-transplantation medication regimen. Interviews were audio-recorded, transcribed, and coded using NVivo software. Two themes emerged that characterized the barriers patients face with their medication regimen. Patients reported factors outside of their control, such as managing multiple pharmacies, health insurance difficulties, and dosage timing, as significant barriers to medication adherence. Patients also reported barriers within their control, such as familial responsibilities. Important facilitators for medication adherence included caregiver and clinician support, previous experience managing a medication regimen, and tools that aid pill organization and timing. Furthermore, patients reported that although medication side effects and quantity of pills did not directly impact medication adherence, it increased their psychological distress. Facilitators and barriers to medication adherence can be physical, psychological, organizational, and social. There are many aspects of medication regimens that significantly increase patient distress. Hence, supportive interventions to improve medication adherence in patients undergoing HSCT may need to incorporate strategies to manage medication side effects and skills to improve psychological well-being and social support.
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- Hermioni L Amonoo
- Department of Psychosocial Oncology and Palliative Care, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, Massachusetts; Department of Psychiatry, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts; Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts.
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- Department of Psychiatry, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Division of Hematology and Oncology, Department of Medicine, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Division of Hematology and Oncology, Department of Medicine, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Department of Psychiatry, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Division of Hematology and Oncology, Department of Medicine, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Division of Hematology and Oncology, Department of Medicine, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Division of Hematology and Oncology, Department of Medicine, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts; Division of Hematologic Malignancies, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Department of Psychiatry, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts; Department of Psychology, University of Miami, Coral Gables, Florida
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- Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts; Division of Hematology and Oncology, Department of Medicine, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts
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Kim H, Hieken TJ, Abraha F, Jakub JW, Corbin KS, Furutani KM, Boughey JC, Stish BJ, Deufel CL, Degnim AC, Shumway DA, Ahmed SK, Piltin MA, Sandhu NP, Conners AL, Ruddy KJ, Mutter RW, Park SS. Long-term outcomes of intraoperatively-placed applicator brachytherapy for rapid completion of breast conserving treatment: An analysis of a prospective registry data. Clin Transl Radiat Oncol 2023; 41:100639. [PMID: 37251618 PMCID: PMC10212787 DOI: 10.1016/j.ctro.2023.100639] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/12/2022] [Revised: 02/09/2023] [Accepted: 05/07/2023] [Indexed: 05/31/2023] Open
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Background and purpose To evaluate the long-term outcome of accelerated partial breast irradiation utilizing intraoperatively placed applicator-based brachytherapy (ABB) in early-stage breast cancer. Materials and methods From our prospective registry, 223 patients with pTis-T2, pN0/pN1mic breast cancer were treated with ABB. The median treatment duration including surgery and ABB was 7 days. The prescribed doses were 32 Gy/8 fx BID (n = 25), 34 Gy/10 fx BID (n = 99), and 21 Gy/3 fx QD (n = 99). Endocrine therapy (ET) adherence was defined as completion of planned ET or ≥ 80% of the follow-up (FU) period. Cumulative incidence of ipsilateral breast tumor recurrence (IBTR) was estimated and influencing factors for IBTR-free survival rate (IBTRFS) were analyzed. Results 218/223 patients had hormone receptor-positive tumors, including 38 (17.0%) with Tis and 185 (83.0%) with invasive cancer. After a median FU of 63 months, 19 (8.5%) patients had recurrence [17 (7.6%) with an IBTR]. Rates of 5-year IBTRFS and DFS were 92.2% and 91.1%, respectively. The 5-year IBTRFS rates were significantly higher for post-menopausal women (93.6% vs. 66.4%, p = 0.04), BMI < 30 kg/m2 (97.4% vs. 88.1%, p = 0.02), and ET-adherence (97.5% vs. 88.6%, p = 0.02). IBTRFS did not differ with dose regimens. Conclusions Postmenopausal status, BMI < 30 kg/m2, and ET- adherence predicted favorable IBTRFS. Our results highlight the importance of careful patient selection for ABB and encouragement of ET compliance.
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- Haeyoung Kim
- Department of Radiation Oncology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
- Department of Radiation Oncology, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University of School of Medicine, Seoul, South Korea
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- Department of Biostatistics and Health Sciences Research, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL, USA
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
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- Department of Radiology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
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Naoum GE, Taghian AG. Endocrine Treatment for 5 Years or Radiation for 5 Days for Patients With Early Breast Cancer Older Than 65 Years: Can We Do It Right? J Clin Oncol 2022; 41:2331-2336. [PMID: 36538740 DOI: 10.1200/jco.22.02171] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/24/2022] Open
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- George E. Naoum
- Department of Radiation Oncology, Northwestern University Memorial Hospital, Chicago, IL
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
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