1
|
Mundy LR, Stukes B, Njoroge M, Fish LJ, Sergesketter AR, Wang SM, Worthy V, Fayanju OM, Greenup RA, Hollenbeck ST. Community collaboration to improve access and outcomes in breast cancer reconstruction: protocol for a mixed-methods qualitative research study. BMJ Open 2022; 12:e064121. [PMID: 36344000 PMCID: PMC9644344 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2022-064121] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2022] Open
Abstract
INTRODUCTION Breast reconstruction plays an important role for many in restoring form and function of the breast after mastectomy. However, rates of breast reconstruction in the USA vary significantly by race, ethnicity and socioeconomic status. The lower rates of breast reconstruction in non-white women and in women of lower socioeconomic status may reflect a complex interplay between patient and physician factors and access to care. It remains unknown what community-specific barriers may be impacting receipt of breast reconstruction. METHODS AND ANALYSIS This is a mixed-methods study combining qualitative patient interview data with quantitative practice patterns to develop an actionable plan to address disparities in breast reconstruction in the local community. The primary aims are to (1) capture barriers to breast reconstruction for patients in the local community, (2) quantitatively evaluate practice patterns at the host institution and (3) identify issues and prioritise interventions for change using community-based engagement. ETHICS AND DISSEMINATION Ethics approval was obtained at the investigators' institution. Results from both the quantitative and qualitative portions of the study will be circulated via peer-review publication. These findings will also serve as pilot data for extramural funding to implement and evaluate these proposed solutions.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Lily R Mundy
- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, Maryland, USA
| | - Bryanna Stukes
- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery, Duke University, Durham, North Carolina, USA
| | - Moreen Njoroge
- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery, Duke University, Durham, North Carolina, USA
| | - Laura Jane Fish
- Department of Family Medicine and Community Health, Duke University, Durham, North Carolina, USA
- Duke Cancer Institute, Duke University, Durham, North Carolina, USA
| | - Amanda R Sergesketter
- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery, Duke University, Durham, North Carolina, USA
| | - Sabrina M Wang
- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery, Duke University, Durham, North Carolina, USA
| | - Valarie Worthy
- Duke Cancer Institute, Duke University, Durham, North Carolina, USA
- Triangle Chapter, Sisters Network, Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina, USA
| | | | - Rachel A Greenup
- Department of Surgery, Yale University, New Haven, Connecticut, USA
| | - Scott T Hollenbeck
- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery, Duke University, Durham, North Carolina, USA
- Duke Cancer Institute, Duke University, Durham, North Carolina, USA
| |
Collapse
|
2
|
Akinyemiju T, Deveaux A, Wilson L, Gupta A, Joshi A, Bevel M, Omeogu C, Ohamadike O, Huang B, Pisu M, Liang M, McFatrich M, Daniell E, Fish LJ, Ward K, Schymura M, Berchuck A, Potosky AL. Ovarian Cancer Epidemiology, Healthcare Access and Disparities (ORCHiD): methodology for a population-based study of black, Hispanic and white patients with ovarian cancer. BMJ Open 2021; 11:e052808. [PMID: 34607872 PMCID: PMC8491419 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2021-052808] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/29/2021] [Accepted: 09/10/2021] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
Abstract
INTRODUCTION Less than 40% of patients with ovarian cancer (OC) in the USA receive stage-appropriate guideline-adherent surgery and chemotherapy. Black patients with cancer report greater depression, pain and fatigue than white patients. Lack of access to healthcare likely contributes to low treatment rates and racial differences in outcomes. The Ovarian Cancer Epidemiology, Healthcare Access and Disparities study aims to characterise healthcare access (HCA) across five specific dimensions-Availability, Affordability, Accessibility, Accommodation and Acceptability-among black, Hispanic and white patients with OC, evaluate the impact of HCA on quality of treatment, supportive care and survival, and explore biological mechanisms that may contribute to OC disparities. METHODS AND ANALYSIS We will use the Surveillance Epidemiology and Ends Results dataset linked with Medicare claims data from 9744 patients with OC ages 65 years and older. We will recruit 1641 patients with OC (413 black, 299 Hispanic and 929 white) from cancer registries in nine US states. We will examine HCA dimensions in relation to three main outcomes: (1) receipt of quality, guideline adherent initial treatment and supportive care, (2) quality of life based on patient-reported outcomes and (3) survival. We will obtain saliva and vaginal microbiome samples to examine prognostic biomarkers. We will use hierarchical regression models to estimate the impact of HCA dimensions across patient, neighbourhood, provider and hospital levels, with random effects to account for clustering. Multilevel structural equation models will estimate the total, direct and indirect effects of race on treatment mediated through HCA dimensions. ETHICS AND DISSEMINATION Result dissemination will occur through presentations at national meetings and in collaboration with collaborators, community partners and colleagues across othercancer centres. We will disclose findings to key stakeholders, including scientists, providers and community members. This study has been approved by the Duke Institutional Review Board (Pro00101872). Safety considerations include protection of patient privacy. All disseminated data will be deidentified and summarised.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- Tomi Akinyemiju
- Department of Population Health Sciences, Duke University School of Medicine, Durham, North Carolina, USA
- Duke University School of Medicine, Duke Cancer Institute, Durham, North Carolina, USA
| | - April Deveaux
- Department of Population Health Sciences, Duke University School of Medicine, Durham, North Carolina, USA
| | - Lauren Wilson
- Department of Population Health Sciences, Duke University School of Medicine, Durham, North Carolina, USA
| | - Anjali Gupta
- Department of Population Health Sciences, Duke University School of Medicine, Durham, North Carolina, USA
| | - Ashwini Joshi
- Department of Population Health Sciences, Duke University School of Medicine, Durham, North Carolina, USA
| | - Malcolm Bevel
- Department of Population Health Sciences, Duke University School of Medicine, Durham, North Carolina, USA
| | - Chioma Omeogu
- Department of Population Health Sciences, Duke University School of Medicine, Durham, North Carolina, USA
| | - Onyinye Ohamadike
- Department of Population Health Sciences, Duke University School of Medicine, Durham, North Carolina, USA
| | - Bin Huang
- Department of Biostatistics and Kentucky Cancer Registry, University of Kentucky, Lexington, Kentucky, USA
| | - Maria Pisu
- Division of Preventive Medicine, The University of Alabama, Birmingham, Alabama, USA
| | - Margaret Liang
- Division of Preventive Medicine, The University of Alabama, Birmingham, Alabama, USA
- Division of Hematology and Supportive Care, University of Alabama, Birmingham, Alabama, USA
| | - Molly McFatrich
- Department of Population Health Sciences, Duke University School of Medicine, Durham, North Carolina, USA
| | - Erin Daniell
- Department of Population Health Sciences, Duke University School of Medicine, Durham, North Carolina, USA
| | - Laura Jane Fish
- Duke University School of Medicine, Duke Cancer Institute, Durham, North Carolina, USA
| | - Kevin Ward
- Georgia Cancer Registry, Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia, USA
| | - Maria Schymura
- New York State Cancer Registry, New York State Department of Health, Albany, New York, USA
| | - Andrew Berchuck
- Division of Gynecologic Oncology, Duke University School of Medicine, Durham, North Carolina, USA
| | - Arnold L Potosky
- Georgetown University Medical Center, Washington, District of Columbia, USA
| |
Collapse
|
3
|
Noonan D, Silva S, Njuru J, Bishop T, Fish LJ, Simmons LA, Choi SH, Pollak KI. Feasibility of a text-based smoking cessation intervention in rural older adults. Health Educ Res 2018; 33:81-88. [PMID: 29309599 PMCID: PMC6279146 DOI: 10.1093/her/cyx080] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/21/2016] [Accepted: 11/30/2017] [Indexed: 05/10/2023]
Abstract
Text-based interventions are effective for smoking cessation, but have not been tested in rural older adults. The purpose of this study was to compare the feasibility, acceptability and preliminary efficacy of a text-based Scheduled Gradual Reduction (SGR) program to a non-SGR text messaging support condition among rural older adults. Adults over 60 years were randomized to either: (i) the SGR program (n = 20), a text-based program to reduce smoking over 4-weeks plus text-based support messages; or (ii) control (n = 20), receipt of text-based support messages only. Participants completed surveys at baseline and end of program to assess feasibility and acceptability of the intervention, and biochemically validated 7-day point prevalence cessation was assessed at end of treatment. Most participants (81%) reported reading all the messages they received. Participants found both interventions useful in quitting smoking (SGR = 57%, Control = 63%) and would recommend it to a friend (SGR = 72%, Control = 79%). Although not statically significant, the SGR group had a higher rate of biochemically validated cessation (SGR = 15%, Control = 5%, Cohen d = 0.67). Among those still smoking, the median percent reduction in cigarettes was 33.3% for both groups. Text-based cessation interventions are feasible, acceptable and can be easily disseminated to rural older adult tobacco users.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- D Noonan
- Duke University School of Nursing, 307 Trent Drive, Durham, NC 27710, USA
- Cancer Control and Population Sciences, Duke Cancer Institute, 20 Duke Medicine Cir, Durham, NC 27710, USA
- Correspondence to: D. Noonan. E-mail:
| | - S Silva
- Duke University School of Nursing, 307 Trent Drive, Durham, NC 27710, USA
| | - J Njuru
- Duke Office of Clinical Research, Duke University School of Medicine, 2200 West Main Street 10th Floor, Suite 1000. Durham, NC 27705, USA
| | - T Bishop
- Duke Office of Clinical Research, Duke University School of Medicine, 2200 West Main Street 10th Floor, Suite 1000. Durham, NC 27705, USA
| | - L J Fish
- Cancer Control and Population Sciences, Duke Cancer Institute, 20 Duke Medicine Cir, Durham, NC 27710, USA
- Department of Community and Family Medicine, Duke University School of Medicine, 2100 Erwin Rd, Durham, NC 27705, USA
| | - L A Simmons
- Duke University School of Nursing, 307 Trent Drive, Durham, NC 27710, USA
| | - S H Choi
- Michigan State University College of Nursing, 1355 Bogue St, East Lansing, MI 48824, USA
| | - K I Pollak
- Duke Office of Clinical Research, Duke University School of Medicine, 2200 West Main Street 10th Floor, Suite 1000. Durham, NC 27705, USA
- Department of Population Health Sciences, Duke University School of Medicine, 2200 West Main Street, Suite 720A, Durham, NC 27707, USA
| |
Collapse
|
4
|
Abstract
The cloning of genes for complex traits in polyploid plants that possess large genomes, such as hexaploid wheat, requires an efficient strategy. We present here one such strategy focusing on the homologous pairing suppressor (Ph1) locus of wheat. This locus has been shown to affect both premeiotic and meiotic processes, possibly suggesting a complex control. The strategy combined the identification of lines carrying specific deletions using multiplex PCR screening of fast-neutron irradiated wheat populations with the approach of physically mapping the region in the rice genome equivalent to the deletion to reveal its gene content. As a result, we have located the Ph1 factor controlling the euploid-like level of homologous chromosome pairing to the region between two loci (Xrgc846 and Xpsr150A). These loci are located within 400 kb of each other in the rice genome. By sequencing this region of the rice genome, it should now be possible to define the nature of this factor.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- M A Roberts
- John Innes Centre, Norwich Research Park, Colney, Norwich NR4 7UH, England
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Collapse
|
5
|
Bastian LA, McBride CM, Halabi S, Fish LJ, Skinner CS, Kaplan EB, Bosworth HB, Rimer BK, Siegler IC. Attitudes and Knowledge Associated with being Undecided about Hormone Replacement Therapy: Results from a Community Sample. Womens Health Issues 1999. [DOI: 10.1016/s1049-3867(99)90001-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
|
6
|
Peng J, Richards DE, Hartley NM, Murphy GP, Devos KM, Flintham JE, Beales J, Fish LJ, Worland AJ, Pelica F, Sudhakar D, Christou P, Snape JW, Gale MD, Harberd NP. 'Green revolution' genes encode mutant gibberellin response modulators. Nature 1999; 400:256-61. [PMID: 10421366 DOI: 10.1038/22307] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1094] [Impact Index Per Article: 43.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
Abstract
World wheat grain yields increased substantially in the 1960s and 1970s because farmers rapidly adopted the new varieties and cultivation methods of the so-called 'green revolution'. The new varieties are shorter, increase grain yield at the expense of straw biomass, and are more resistant to damage by wind and rain. These wheats are short because they respond abnormally to the plant growth hormone gibberellin. This reduced response to gibberellin is conferred by mutant dwarfing alleles at one of two Reduced height-1 (Rht-B1 and Rht-D1) loci. Here we show that Rht-B1/Rht-D1 and maize dwarf-8 (d8) are orthologues of the Arabidopsis Gibberellin Insensitive (GAI) gene. These genes encode proteins that resemble nuclear transcription factors and contain an SH2-like domain, indicating that phosphotyrosine may participate in gibberellin signalling. Six different orthologous dwarfing mutant alleles encode proteins that are altered in a conserved amino-terminal gibberellin signalling domain. Transgenic rice plants containing a mutant GAI allele give reduced responses to gibberellin and are dwarfed, indicating that mutant GAI orthologues could be used to increase yield in a wide range of crop species.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- J Peng
- John Innes Centre, Norwich Research Park, UK
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Collapse
|
7
|
Leviton LC, Goldenberg RL, Baker CS, Schwartz RM, Freda MC, Fish LJ, Cliver SP, Rouse DJ, Chazotte C, Merkatz IR, Raczynski JM. Methods to encourage the use of antenatal corticosteroid therapy for fetal maturation: a randomized controlled trial. JAMA 1999; 281:46-52. [PMID: 9892450 DOI: 10.1001/jama.281.1.46] [Citation(s) in RCA: 84] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/14/2022]
Abstract
CONTEXT Antenatal corticosteroids for fetal maturation have been underused, despite evidence for their benefits in cases of preterm birth. OBJECTIVE To evaluate dissemination strategies aimed at increasing appropriate use of this therapy. DESIGN AND SETTING Twenty-seven tertiary care institutions were randomly assigned to either usual dissemination of practice recommendations (n = 14) or usual dissemination plus an active, focused dissemination effort (n = 13). SUBJECTS Obstetricians and their preterm delivery cases at participating hospitals. INTERVENTION Recommendations by a National Institutes of Health (NIH) Consensus Conference held in late February-early March 1994 were disseminated in early May 1994. Usual dissemination was publication of the recommendations and endorsement by the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. Active dissemination was a year-long educational effort led by an influential physician and a nurse coordinator at each facility, consisting of grand rounds, a chart reminder system, group discussion of case scenarios, monitoring, and feedback. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURE Use or nonuse of antenatal corticosteroids was abstracted from medical records of eligible women delivering at the participating hospitals in the 12 months immediately prior to release of the NIH recommendations (average number of records abstracted, 130) and in the 12 months following their release (average number of records abstracted, 122). RESULTS Active dissemination significantly increased the odds of corticosteroid use after the conference. Use increased from 33.0% of eligible patients receiving corticosteroids to 57.6%, or by 75% over baseline, in usual dissemination hospitals. Use increased from 32.9% to 68.3%, oran 108% increase, in active dissemination hospitals. Gestational age and maternal diagnosis affected use of the therapy in complex ways. CONCLUSION An active, focused dissemination effort increased the effectiveness of usual dissemination methods when combined with key principles to change physician practices.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- L C Leviton
- Department of Health Behavior, School of Public Health, University of Alabama at Birmingham, 35294-0033, USA.
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Collapse
|
8
|
Fish LJ, Burch KJ. Identifying gifted preschoolers. Pediatr Nurs 1985; 11:125-7, 148. [PMID: 3845442] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/07/2023]
|
9
|
Fish LJ, Stones PB. Measles and vaccine protection. West J Med 1979. [DOI: 10.1136/bmj.2.6190.610-c] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
|