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Choi K, Jung S, Jung G, Kim D, Oh J. Incidence of cancer in chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy: a nationwide cohort study in South Korea. Front Neurol 2024; 15:1456835. [PMID: 39268061 PMCID: PMC11390450 DOI: 10.3389/fneur.2024.1456835] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/29/2024] [Accepted: 08/02/2024] [Indexed: 09/15/2024] Open
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Background Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP) is a rare disease, and the potential risk of cancer in patients with CIDP remains an important concern during treatment. However, a comprehensive epidemiological study examining this association is yet to be conducted. This study aimed to investigate the incidence of cancer in patients with CIDP in South Korea using data from the Korean Health Insurance Review and Assessment Service (HIRA) database. Methods Data from the HIRA database between January 2016 and June 2021 were analyzed. The actual incidence of cancer in patients with CIDP was compared with the expected incidence based on the general population statistics in South Korea, with adjustments for age. Results In total, 888 patients with CIDP were included in the analysis, of whom 50 (5.63% of malignancy incidence) were newly diagnosed with cancer during the study period. Among the patients with CIDP diagnosed with cancer, 32 (64.00%) were aged 60 years or older, and 36 (72.00%) were male. The observed number of cancer diagnoses corresponded to an incidence rate of 5.63%, with a standardized incidence ratio (SIR) of 2.83 (95% confidence interval [CI]: 1.89-4.39) compared to the expected cancer incidence rate of 2.00%. Notably, the SIR for malignancies of lymphoid, hematopoietic, and related tissues, excluding malignant immunoproliferative diseases, multiple myeloma, and plasma cell neoplasms (C81-96, except C88 and C90), was the highest at 8.51 (95% CI: 4.18-19.83). Conclusion Our study shows a potential association between CIDP and an increased risk of hematological malignancies, which is consistent with previous investigations. Further studies are required to better understand the relationship between CIDP and cancer.
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- Kyomin Choi
- Department of Neurology, College of Medicine, Soonchunhyang University Cheonan Hospital, Cheonan-si, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Medical Artificial Intelligence, Deepnoid Inc., Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Medical Artificial Intelligence, Deepnoid Inc., Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Neurology, College of Medicine, Konkuk University Medical Center, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Neurology, College of Medicine, Konkuk University Medical Center, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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Chen X, Liu L, Li W, Lei L, Li W, Wu L. Contemporaneous symptom networks analysis in lymphoma patients during chemotherapy: protocol for a single-centre prospective cross-sectional study. BMJ Open 2024; 14:e082822. [PMID: 39179280 PMCID: PMC11344526 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2023-082822] [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: 12/04/2023] [Accepted: 07/24/2024] [Indexed: 08/26/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Symptom networks offer a theoretical basis for developing personalised and precise symptom management strategies. However, symptom networks in lymphoma patients during chemotherapy have been rarely reported. This study intends to establish contemporaneous symptom networks in lymphoma patients during chemotherapy and explore the centrality indices and density in these symptom networks. METHODS AND ANALYSIS This is a single-centre prospective cross-sectional study. A total of 315 lymphoma patients admitted to the Lymphoma Department of Shanxi Bethune Hospital since 1 June 2024 will be selected as the study subjects. The patient-reported outcome measures of General Data Questionnaire and Lymphoma Symptom Assessment Scale will be assessed. R package will be used to construct a contemporaneous symptom network, explore the relationship between core and analysed symptoms and analyse the predictive role of network density on patient prognosis. ETHICS AND DISSEMINATION This study adheres to the principles of the Declaration of Helsinki and relevant ethical guidelines. Ethical approval has been obtained from Shanxi Bethune Hospital Ethics Committee (approval number: YXLL-2023-186). The final outcomes will be published in a peer-reviewed journal and disseminated through a conference.
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- Xingyu Chen
- Department of Lymphatic Oncology, Shanxi Bethune Hospital, Shanxi Academy of Medical Sciences, Third Hospital of Shanxi Medical University, Tongji Shanxi Hospital, Taiyuan, China
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- Department of Lymphatic Oncology, Shanxi Bethune Hospital, Shanxi Academy of Medical Sciences, Third Hospital of Shanxi Medical University, Tongji Shanxi Hospital, Taiyuan, China
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- Department of Lymphatic Oncology, Shanxi Bethune Hospital, Shanxi Academy of Medical Sciences, Third Hospital of Shanxi Medical University, Tongji Shanxi Hospital, Taiyuan, China
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- Department of Lymphatic Oncology, Shanxi Bethune Hospital, Shanxi Academy of Medical Sciences, Third Hospital of Shanxi Medical University, Tongji Shanxi Hospital, Taiyuan, China
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- Department of Nursing, Shanxi Bethune Hospital, Shanxi Academy of Medical Sciences, Third Hospital of Shanxi Medical University, Tongji Shanxi Hospital, Taiyuan, China
- Department of Geriatrics, Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China
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- Department of Lymphatic Oncology, Shanxi Bethune Hospital, Shanxi Academy of Medical Sciences, Third Hospital of Shanxi Medical University, Tongji Shanxi Hospital, Taiyuan, China
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Dahl AA, Smeland KB, Eikeland S, Fagerli UM, Bersvendsen HS, Fosså A, Kiserud CE. Distressed personality is associated with late adverse effects in long-term survivors of Hodgkin lymphoma. Acta Oncol 2024; 63:600-606. [PMID: 39099321 PMCID: PMC11332479 DOI: 10.2340/1651-226x.2024.40312] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/06/2024] [Accepted: 07/10/2024] [Indexed: 08/06/2024]
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BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE There are few studies of personality traits in long-term Hodgkin lymphoma survivors (HLSs) treated according to contemporary stage-and risk-adapted approaches. The Distressed Personality (DP) Scale covers negative affectivity and social inhibition. We examined differences in self-reported late adverse effects (LAEs) between HLSs with and without DP and other explanatory variables. MATERIAL AND METHODS This cross-sectional questionnaire-based study included a population-based cohort of HLSs treated from 1997 to 2006, aged 8-49 years at diagnosis, and alive in 2016. Among 518 eligible HLSs, 303 responded (58%), and 294 completed the DP scale. DP was defined by scores above cut-off on both the negative affectivity and social inhibition subscales. LAEs studied were major depression, posttraumatic stress disorder, sleep problems, obesity, neuropathy, fatigue, memory problems, and general health. DP and 10 other explanatory variables were tested against LAEs as dependent variables in multivariable regression analyses. RESULTS The mean age at survey was 45.9 years (standard deviation [SD] 4.6), mean follow-up time 16.7 years (SD 3.0), and 48% were females. Eighty-two HLSs had DP (28%, 95% confidence interval 23% - 33%). All LAEs except obesity were significantly more common/had higher mean score in HLSs with DP. In multivariable analyses, presence of DP was significantly associated with all LAEs except obesity. INTERPRETATION The presence of DP is common among HLSs. The presence of DP was associated with most self-report LAEs examined. Including assessment of personality traits in the survivorship care plans of HLSs should be considered. Prospective studies assessing the influence of pretreatment DP on LAEs are warranted.
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- Alv A Dahl
- National Advisory Unit for Late Effects after Cancer Therapy, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway.
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- National Advisory Unit for Late Effects after Cancer Therapy, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway; Department of Oncology, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- National Advisory Unit for Late Effects after Cancer Therapy, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway; Department of Oncology, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Oncology, St Olav's Hospital, Trondheim, Norway; Institute of Clinical and Molecular Medicine, NTNU, Trondheim, Norway
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- Department of Oncology, University Hospital of Northern Norway, Tromsø, Norway
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- Department of Oncology, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway; KG Jebsen Centre for B-cell malignancies, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway
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- National Advisory Unit for Late Effects after Cancer Therapy, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway; Department of Oncology, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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Roed ML, Severinsen MT, Maksten EF, Jørgensen L, Enggaard H. Cured but not well - haematological cancer survivors' experiences of chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy in everyday life: a phenomenological-hermeneutic study. J Cancer Surviv 2024:10.1007/s11764-024-01612-4. [PMID: 38743186 DOI: 10.1007/s11764-024-01612-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/01/2024] [Accepted: 04/24/2024] [Indexed: 05/16/2024]
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PURPOSE To explore haematological cancer survivors' experience of chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN) in everyday life. METHODS Data were generated by means of individual semi-structured interviews with 12 haematological cancer survivors who experience CIPN after completion of treatment. Data were analysed using thematic analysis. RESULTS The thematic analysis yielded an in-depth description of the experience of CIPN symptoms and the influence of the symptoms on everyday life as being unwell despite being cured. Four main themes emerged from the analysis: (1) A diffuse and contradictory sensation which is impossible to ignore in everyday life, (2) Not feeling well, even though I'm cured, (3) Living with CIPN, despite limitations, and (4) An invisible companion, that everybody knows about. CONCLUSION The findings shows that survival from haematological cancer does not always equal well-being, as experiencing CIPN has extensive consequences on everyday life. CIPN affects haematological cancer survivors' transition to an ordinary everyday life, with disturbances in the physical function, daily activities, social relationships, psychological aspects, and work ability. As a diffuse and contradictory symptom, CIPN appears as an invisible companion that leads to a feeling of being alone. IMPLICATIONS FOR CANCER SURVIVORS A better and deeper understanding of haematological cancer survivors' experience of CIPN in everyday life may improve communication, guidance, and treatment of CIPN symptoms. The results suggest a need for interventions and strategies to accommodate the gap in practice and to address the impact of CIPN in everyday life.
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- Mette Louise Roed
- Department of Haematology, Clinical Cancer Research Center, Aalborg University Hospital, Aalborg, Denmark.
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- Department of Haematology, Clinical Cancer Research Center, Aalborg University Hospital, Aalborg, Denmark
- Department of Clinical Medicine, Aalborg University, Aalborg, Denmark
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- Department of Haematology, Clinical Cancer Research Center, Aalborg University Hospital, Aalborg, Denmark
- Department of Clinical Medicine, Aalborg University, Aalborg, Denmark
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- Department of Clinical Medicine, Aalborg University, Aalborg, Denmark
- Clinical Nursing Research Unit, Aalborg University Hospital, Aalborg, Denmark
- Clinic Cancer Research Unit, Aalborg University Hospital, Aalborg, Denmark
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- Department of Clinical Medicine, Aalborg University, Aalborg, Denmark
- Clinical Nursing Research Unit, Aalborg University Hospital, Aalborg, Denmark
- Clinic Cancer Research Unit, Aalborg University Hospital, Aalborg, Denmark
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Bjerring AW, Smeland KH, Stokke T, Haugaa KH, Holte E, Rösner A, Kiserud CE, Edvardsen T, Sarvari SI. Long-term cardiac effects of modern treatment for Hodgkin's lymphoma. CARDIO-ONCOLOGY (LONDON, ENGLAND) 2024; 10:19. [PMID: 38576044 PMCID: PMC10993441 DOI: 10.1186/s40959-024-00222-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/15/2023] [Accepted: 03/15/2024] [Indexed: 04/06/2024]
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BACKGROUND Hodgkin's lymphoma (HL) is a hematological malignancy that affects both children and young adults. Traditional treatment is associated with a life-time prevalence of cardiac disease exceeding 50%. In the late 1990s protocols were modified to reduce cancer therapy-related adverse cardiac effects. This study aimed to assess the long-term impact of advances in treatment protocols on the cardiac health of HL survivors (HLS). METHODS HLS (n = 246) treated between 1997 and 2007 with anthracycline-based chemotherapy in three centers in Norway were included. Of these, 132 (53%) had also received mediastinal radiotherapy. HLS were compared to controls (n = 58) recruited from the general population and matched for sex, age, smoking status, and heredity for coronary artery disease. All subjects underwent echocardiography, clinical assessment, and blood sampling. RESULTS The HLS were 46 ± 9 years old and had been treated 17 ± 3 years before inclusion in the study. There was no significant difference between HLS and controls in ejection fraction (EF) (58%±5 vs. 59%±4, p = 0.08) or prevalence of heart failure. HLS treated with both anthracyclines and mediastinal radiotherapy (AC + MRT) had slightly worse left ventricular global longitudinal strain than controls (-19.3 ± 2.5% vs. -20.8 ± 2.0%, p < 0.001), but those treated with only anthracyclines did not. HLS treated with AC + MRT had a higher prevalence of valve disease than those treated only with anthracyclines (12% vs. 4%, p < 0.05). CONCLUSIONS HLS treated with anthracyclines after the late 1990s have similar cardiac function and morphology as age-matched controls, apart from higher rates of valvular disease in those who also underwent mediastinal radiotherapy.
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- Anders W Bjerring
- ProCardio Center for Innovation, Department of Cardiology, Oslo University Hospital, Rikshospitalet, Oslo N-0027, Norway
- Faculty of Medicine, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway
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- National advisory unit for late effects after cancer, Department of Oncology, Oslo University hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- ProCardio Center for Innovation, Department of Cardiology, Oslo University Hospital, Rikshospitalet, Oslo N-0027, Norway
- Faculty of Medicine, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway
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- ProCardio Center for Innovation, Department of Cardiology, Oslo University Hospital, Rikshospitalet, Oslo N-0027, Norway
- Faculty of Medicine, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Circulation and Medical Imaging, Clinic of Cardiology, St. Olavs University Hospital, Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Trondheim, Norway
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- Cardiological Department, University Hospital North Norway, Tromsø, Norway
- Institute of Clinical Medicine, UiT the Arctic University of Norway, Tromsø, Norway
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- National advisory unit for late effects after cancer, Department of Oncology, Oslo University hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- ProCardio Center for Innovation, Department of Cardiology, Oslo University Hospital, Rikshospitalet, Oslo N-0027, Norway
- Faculty of Medicine, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway
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- ProCardio Center for Innovation, Department of Cardiology, Oslo University Hospital, Rikshospitalet, Oslo N-0027, Norway.
- Faculty of Medicine, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway.
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Bøhn S, Oldervoll LM, Reinertsen KV, Seland M, Fosså A, Kiserud C, Skaali T, Nilsen TS, Blomhoff R, Henriksen HB, Lie HC, Berge T, Fjerstad E, Wisløff T, Slott M, Zajmovic I, Thorsen L. The feasibility of a multidimensional intervention in lymphoma survivors with chronic fatigue. Support Care Cancer 2023; 32:22. [PMID: 38095797 PMCID: PMC10721709 DOI: 10.1007/s00520-023-08204-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/20/2023] [Accepted: 11/21/2023] [Indexed: 12/17/2023]
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PURPOSE Chronic fatigue (CF) affects 25-30% of lymphoma survivors, but interventions designed to reduce fatigue are lacking. The main aim of this study was to test the feasibility of a multidimensional intervention study in lymphoma survivors with CF. Secondary aims were to describe individual changes in fatigue, quality of life (QoL) and physical performance from pre (T0) to post (T1) intervention. METHODS This feasibility study was as a one-armed intervention study performed in 2021. Hodgkin or aggressive non-Hodgkin lymphoma survivors received mailed study information and Chalder Fatigue Questionnaire and were asked to respond if they suffered from fatigue. The 12-week intervention included patient education, physical exercise, a cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)-based group program and nutritional counselling. Feasibility data included patient recruitment, completion of assessments, adherence to the intervention and patient-reported experience measures. Participants responded to questionnaires and underwent physical tests at T0 and T1. RESULTS Seven lymphoma survivors with CF were included. Of all assessments, 91% and 83% were completed at T0 and T1, respectively. Adherence to the interventional components varied from 69% to 91%. At T1, all participants rated exercise as useful, of whom five rated the CBT-based program and five rated individual nutritional counselling as useful. Five participants reported improved fatigue, QoL and physical performance. CONCLUSION Lymphoma survivors with CF participating in a multidimensional intervention designed to reduce the level of fatigue showed high assessment completion rate and intervention adherence rate. Most of the participants evaluated the program as useful and improved their level of fatigue, QoL and physical performance after the intervention. TRIAL REGISTRATION ClinicalTrials.gov, identifier: NCT04931407. Registered 16. April 2021-Retrospectively registered. https://www. CLINICALTRIALS gov/ct2/show/NCT04931407.
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- Skh Bøhn
- National Advisory Unit for Late Effects After Cancer Treatment, Department of Oncology, Oslo University Hospital, Radiumhospitalet, Oslo, Norway.
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- Centre for Crisis Psychology, Faculty of Psychology, University of Bergen, Bergen, Norway
- Department of Public Health and Nursing, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Trondheim, Norway
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- National Advisory Unit for Late Effects After Cancer Treatment, Department of Oncology, Oslo University Hospital, Radiumhospitalet, Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Clinical Service, The Cancer Rehabilitation Center, Aker, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- National Advisory Unit for Late Effects After Cancer Treatment, Department of Oncology, Oslo University Hospital, Radiumhospitalet, Oslo, Norway
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- National Advisory Unit for Late Effects After Cancer Treatment, Department of Oncology, Oslo University Hospital, Radiumhospitalet, Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Clinical Service, The Cancer Rehabilitation Center, Aker, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- Institute of Physical Performance, Norwegian School of Sports Sciences, Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Nutrition, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway
- Department of Clinical Service, Division of Cancer Medicine, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Nutrition, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Behavioural Medicine, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway
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- Diakonhjemmet Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- Health Services Research Unit, Akershus University Hospital, Lørenskog, Norway
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- Department of Clinical Service, The Cancer Rehabilitation Center, Aker, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Clinical Service, The Cancer Rehabilitation Center, Aker, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- National Advisory Unit for Late Effects After Cancer Treatment, Department of Oncology, Oslo University Hospital, Radiumhospitalet, Oslo, Norway
- Department of Clinical Service, Division of Cancer Medicine, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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Levy Yurkovski I, Andreazzoli F, Ben-Arye E, Attias S, Tadmor T. Integrative Approaches in the Treatment of Patients Affected by Lymphoma. Curr Oncol Rep 2023; 25:1523-1534. [PMID: 38060095 DOI: 10.1007/s11912-023-01476-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 11/09/2023] [Indexed: 12/08/2023]
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW Lymphoma is the most frequent hematological malignancy with wide disease spectrum of watchful waiting period, active treatment, survivorship, and palliative care. All these steps impose unmet needs in terms of prevention, symptom alleviation, or prognosis. Complementary and integrative medicine (CIM) is widely used by patients with lymphoma to cope with such issues. Here, we describe the different CIM modalities that may be effective and safe for the management of patients with lymphoma. RECENT FINDINGS Low inflammatory diet and ginseng seem effective for lymphoma prevention. Pain and neuropathy may be improved using acupuncture, touch therapy and specific dietary supplements. Nausea/vomiting, fatigue, and insomnia may be relieved by acupuncture, mind-body, touch therapy, and certain dietary supplements. Vitamin D, curcumin, and some traditional medicine herbs may positively impact lymphoma prognosis. Finally, safety issues should be considered especially for the concomitant use of dietary supplements and lymphoma-directed therapies. CIM may be beneficial along the continuum of lymphoma management although safety concerns should be considered when used concomitantly with conventional therapy.
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- Ilana Levy Yurkovski
- Hematology Unit, Bnai Zion Medical Center, Golomb 47, 33394, Haifa, Israel.
- Complementary Medicine Service, Bnai Zion Medical Center, Haifa, Israel.
- Rappaport Faculty of Medicine, Technion- Israel Institute of Technology, Haifa, Israel.
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- Rappaport Faculty of Medicine, Technion- Israel Institute of Technology, Haifa, Israel
- Integrative Oncology Program, The Oncology Service, Lin, Carmel & Zebulun Medical Centers, Clalit Health Services, Western Galilee District, Haifa, Israel
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- Complementary Medicine Service, Bnai Zion Medical Center, Haifa, Israel
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- Hematology Unit, Bnai Zion Medical Center, Golomb 47, 33394, Haifa, Israel
- Rappaport Faculty of Medicine, Technion- Israel Institute of Technology, Haifa, Israel
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Dahl AA, Smeland KB, Eikeland S, Fagerli UM, Bersvendsen HS, Fosså A, Kiserud CE. Work ability and work status changes in long-term Hodgkin lymphoma survivors with focus on late adverse effects. J Cancer Surviv 2023:10.1007/s11764-023-01432-y. [PMID: 37526861 DOI: 10.1007/s11764-023-01432-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/23/2023] [Accepted: 07/14/2023] [Indexed: 08/02/2023]
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PURPOSE We studied work-related issues in long-term survivors of Hodgkin lymphoma [HLSs] who had undergone treatment according to contemporary stage risk-adapted approaches. At survey, work changes and problems since diagnosis, comparisons of HLSs with low/moderate versus high work ability, associations between work issues, and late adverse effects [LAEs] were examined. METHODS This cross-sectional questionnaire-based study included HLSs treated from 1997 to 2006 and alive at the end of 2016. They completed a mailed questionnaire including work and health-related issues. RESULTS Among 518 invited HLSs, 297 (58%) completed the work-related issues, and 48% of them were females. Mean age at survey was 45.9 years, and mean time was 16.7 years since diagnosis. At follow-up, 71% of the HLSs held paid work and 19% were on disability pension. Only 3% of HLSs did not hold paid work at any time after diagnosis. In total, 43% HLSs had low/moderate and 57% high work ability at follow-up. Low/moderate work ability was significantly associated with older age, female sex, more LAEs, disability pension, lower household income, distressed personality, obesity, fatigue, and mental disorders. More LAEs were significantly associated with more work problems. CONCLUSIONS Many HLSs manage to stay in the work force. Several health problems and LAEs amenable for interventions are significantly associated with low/moderate work ability and emphasize the importance of focus on these issues in long-term follow-up. IMPLICATIONS FOR CANCER SURVIVORS HLSs in paid work at diagnosis can be optimistic as to their future participation in work life. Screening and treatment for health problems such as LAEs may improve work ability.
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- Alv A Dahl
- National Advisory Unit for Late Effects after Cancer Therapy, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway.
- Department of Oncology, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway.
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- National Advisory Unit for Late Effects after Cancer Therapy, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
- Department of Oncology, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- National Advisory Unit for Late Effects after Cancer Therapy, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
- Department of Oncology, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Oncology, University Hospital of Northern Norway, Tromsø, Norway
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- Department of Oncology, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
- KG Jebsen Center for B-Cell Malignancies, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway
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- National Advisory Unit for Late Effects after Cancer Therapy, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
- Department of Oncology, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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Gulbrandsen MS, Nøding AS, Smeland KB, Eikeland SA, Kiserud CE, Hjermstad MJ, Fosså A. Health-related quality of life, depressive symptoms, and chronic fatigue in long-term survivors of Hodgkin lymphoma. Leuk Lymphoma 2023:1-12. [PMID: 37144290 DOI: 10.1080/10428194.2023.2198053] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/06/2023]
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High-dose chemotherapy with autologous stem cell transplantation (HDT-ASCT) is the preferred treatment option in relapsed or refractory Hodgkin lymphoma (HL). We analyzed the association between treatment intensity and health-related quality of life (HRQoL), depressive symptoms, and chronic fatigue (CF) in long-term survivors of HL (HLS), identified in two population-based national cross-sectional studies on late adverse effects. We included 375 HLS treated between 1987 and 2006, 264 with conventional therapy only, and 111 with HDT-ASCT. Despite similar differences to the matched general population, when controlling for other imbalances between the groups, use of HDT-ASCT was not associated with poorer outcome in multivariable analysis. However, work participation, family income, comorbidities, and lifestyle factors had stronger associations with aspects of HRQoL, depressive symptoms, and CF. Our data suggest that better rehabilitation to work participation and adequate income as well as follow-up for comorbidities may reduce differences in long-term outcome after treatment for HL.
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- Department of Oncology, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Oncology, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
- National Advisory Unit on Late Effects after Cancer Treatment, Department of Oncology, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Oncology, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
- National Advisory Unit on Late Effects after Cancer Treatment, Department of Oncology, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
- Institute of Clinical Medicine, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Oncology, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
- National Advisory Unit on Late Effects after Cancer Treatment, Department of Oncology, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- Regional Advisory Unit for Palliative Care, Department of Oncology, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
- European Palliative Care Research Centre (PRC), Department of Oncology, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Oncology, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
- EuKG Jebsen Centre for B-cell malignancies, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway
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Micas Pedersen S, Nielsen TH, Gang AO, Poulsen CB, de Nully Brown P, Jørgensen N, Feltoft CL, Pedersen LM. Sexual dysfunction is highly prevalent in male survivors of malignant lymphoma. Sex Med 2023; 11:qfad021. [PMID: 37256215 PMCID: PMC10225470 DOI: 10.1093/sexmed/qfad021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/17/2023] [Accepted: 04/18/2023] [Indexed: 06/01/2023] Open
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Background With improved survival in patients with lymphoma, long-term toxicity and quality of life (QoL), including sexual health, have become increasingly important. Aim We aimed to (1) determine the prevalence of erectile dysfunction (ED) in adult male lymphoma survivors; (2) determine whether testosterone deficiency, comorbidities, or lifestyle factors were associated; and (3) evaluate their impact on QoL. Methods A cross-sectional study including 172 male survivors of Hodgkin lymphoma or diffuse large B cell lymphoma diagnosed in adulthood between 2008 and 2018 was performed. Patients were in complete metabolic remission after first-line treatment and remained in remission at follow-up (3-13 years after diagnosis). Participants completed 3 questionnaires measuring sexual health and general QoL. Serum concentrations of total testosterone were measured and thorough medical history and sociodemographic factors were obtained. The Danish SEXUS Project, European Male Ageing Study, and European Organization of Research and Treatment of Cancer (EORTC) Reference Manual were used as reference values of the general population. Outcomes Patient reported outcome measures including the 5-item International Index of Erectile Function, EORTC C30, and EORTC 22-item Sexual Health Questionnaire. Results ED was reported by 55.2%, which was higher than in an age-matched Danish population cohort (17.5%). Erectile function score (5-item International Index of Erectile Function) was negatively associated with comorbidity, body mass index, smoking, and age and positively with the number of children conceived before treatment and serum concentration of total testosterone. Overt testosterone deficiency in combination with ED was detected in 10 (5.7%) of 176 survivors, including excluded survivors in hormonal treatment, which is higher than for the general population (0.1%-3.2% for men <70 years of age). Mean EORTC C30 global health score for survivors with ED was lower (67.7) than for survivors without ED (80.1) but was comparable to the general population (71.2). Furthermore, a positive association was seen between sexual function and both sexual and general QoL. Clinical implications Sexual health is important for QoL and related to comorbidities. The focus on improving QoL requires that both sexual health and comorbidities are addressed in the follow-up of lymphoma patients. Strengths and limitations Despite the relatively high number of included survivors, the cross-sectional design of this study warrants longitudinal studies to clarify the specific underlying causes of sexual dysfunction. Conclusion ED was highly prevalent and associated with comorbidity in lymphoma survivors, and more focus on sexual health and treatment related comorbidity is needed to improve sexual and general QoL.
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- Signe Micas Pedersen
- Corresponding author: Department of Hematology, Copenhagen University Hospital – Rigshospitalet, Blegdamsvej 9, 2100 KBH Ø, Copenhagen, Denmark.
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- Department of Hematology, Copenhagen University Hospital – Rigshospitalet, 2100 KBH Ø, Copenhagen, Denmark
- Danish Medicines Agency, 2300 KBH S, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Hematology, Copenhagen University Hospital – Rigshospitalet, 2100 KBH Ø, Copenhagen, Denmark
- Department of Clinical Medicine, University of Copenhagen, 2200 KBH N, Denmark
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- Department of Hematology, Copenhagen University Hospital – Rigshospitalet, 2100 KBH Ø, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Department of Growth and Reproduction, Copenhagen University Hospital – Rigshospitalet, 2100 KBH Ø, Denmark
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- Department of Clinical Medicine, University of Copenhagen, 2200 KBH N, Denmark
- Department of Hematology, Zealand University Hospital, 4000 Roskilde, Denmark
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Kiserud CE, Lockmer S, Baerug I, Dahl AA, Kimby E, Østenstad B. Health-related quality of life and chronic fatigue in long-term survivors of indolent lymphoma - a comparison with normative data. Leuk Lymphoma 2023; 64:349-355. [PMID: 36342349 DOI: 10.1080/10428194.2022.2142050] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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The aims of this study are to describe health-related quality of life (HRQoL, SF-36) and fatigue in long-term indolent lymphoma survivors, compared to normative data, and to examine factors related to impaired HRQoL among the survivors. The participants (N = 136, median follow-up after first line therapy 9.8 years) were included from a follow-up study of two clinical trials, with chemo-free first-line therapy. The present survey included questionnaire based data. Compared to the normative data, the mean total fatigue score were higher, and HRQoL lower in 4 of 8 domains among the lymphoma survivors. Among the survivors, somatic comorbidities, not being in paid work and chronic fatigue were significantly associated with reduced physical HRQoL. Anxiety and depressive symptoms were associated with reduced mental HRQoL. Our findings highlight the need for awareness of HRQoL and fatigue in long term follow up in lymphoma survivors, as there are treatments and rehabilitation options.
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- Cecilie E Kiserud
- National Advisory Unit for Late Effects after Cancer, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Medicine, Center for Hematology and Regenerative Medicine, Stockholm, Sweden.,Karolinska Institutet, and Hematology Center, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden
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- National Advisory Unit for Late Effects after Cancer, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- National Advisory Unit for Late Effects after Cancer, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Medicine,Unit of Hematology, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Oncology, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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Eikeland SA, Smeland KB, Simensen VC, Fagerli UM, Bersvendsen HS, Kiserud CE, Fosså A. Chronic fatigue in long-term survivors of Hodgkin's lymphoma after contemporary risk-adapted treatment. Acta Oncol 2023; 62:80-88. [PMID: 36715320 DOI: 10.1080/0284186x.2023.2168215] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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BACKGROUND Chronic fatigue (CF), substantial fatigue for ≥ six months, can manifest as a late effect (LE) after cancer treatment, and may affect several aspects of life. In a Norwegian cohort of Hodgkin's lymphoma survivors (HLS), more than a decade after contemporary risk-adapted treatment regimens with limited use of radiotherapy (RT), we assessed: (1) Prevalence of, (2) factors associated with (3) and implications of CF on socioeconomic status (SES) and work ability (WA). MATERIAL AND METHODS HLS treated between 1997-2006, aged 8-49 years at diagnosis, were invited to participate in a population-based cross-sectional study on late effects in 2018-2019. In a mailed questionnaire, HLS responded to a fatigue questionnaire (FQ), work ability score (WAS) and short-form health survey (SF-36). Disease- and treatment data were extracted from hospital records. Factors associated with CF were identified by uni- and multivariate analysis. To study the implications of CF on SES and WA, a multinomial regression analysis was performed. RESULTS Invitations were extended to 518 HLS and 298 (58%) responded to FQ, of whom 42% had CF with mean (standard deviation [SD]) physical- and mental fatigue scores of 10.2 (4.3) and 5.5 (2.1) respectively. Median age at survey was 45 years, 47% were females. In multivariate analysis female sex (p = 0.03), lower education (p = 0.03), body mass index ≥30 kg/m2 (p = 0.04), and an increasing number of comorbidities (p = 0.01) were associated with CF. No association with disease stage, chemotherapy or RT was found. CF was associated with poorer WAS scores at survey (p < 0.001), unemployment (p = 0.03), and receiving disability pension (p = 0.003). CONCLUSION After risk-adapted treatment, CF is still a frequent LE among long-term HLS, without apparent association with disease or treatment-related parameters. CF is associated with reduced WA and SES. As no apparent risk reduction is seen with contemporary treatment, further studies should emphasize etiological factors of CF and treatment to alleviate this common LE.
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- Siri A Eikeland
- Department of Oncology, National Advisory Unit for Late Effects after Cancer Treatment, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway.,Institute of Clinical Medicine, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Oncology, National Advisory Unit for Late Effects after Cancer Treatment, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Global Health, Division of Health Care Services, Norwegian Institute of Public Health, Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Oncology, St. Olav's Hospital, Trondheim, Norway.,Department of Cancer Research and Molecular Medicine, NTNU, Trondheim, Norway
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- Department of Oncology, National Advisory Unit for Late Effects after Cancer Treatment, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Medical Oncology and Radiotherapy, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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Kristoffersen AE, Wider B, Nilsen JV, Bjelland M, Mora DC, Nordberg JH, Broderstad AR, Nakandi K, Stub T. Prevalence of late and long-term effects of cancer (treatment) and use of complementary and alternative medicine in Norway. BMC Complement Med Ther 2022; 22:322. [PMID: 36471296 PMCID: PMC9721050 DOI: 10.1186/s12906-022-03790-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/04/2022] [Accepted: 11/11/2022] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The increasing number of patients surviving cancer leads to more people experiencing late and long term-effects from the disease and its treatment. Fatigue, sleep disorders, early menopause, pain, and nerve damage are commonly reported. Methods helping people to recover after cancer treatment are therefore essential. The aims of this study were threefold; (1) to determine the level of cancer patients suffering from late and long-term effects of cancer diagnosis and treatment in Norway, (2) explore complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) modalities used for managing these adversities, and (3) describe self-perceived benefits and harms of the CAM interventions. METHODS The study was conducted in cooperation with the Norwegian Cancer Society (NCS) and consisted of an online cross-sectional study among members of the NCS user panel with present or previous cancer (n = 706). The study was carried out in September/October 2021 using a modified cancer-specific version of the International Questionnaire to Measure Use of Complementary and Alternative Medicine (I-CAM-Q). A total of 315 women and 153 men agreed to participate, resulting in a response rate of 67%. RESULTS Most of the participants (83%) suffered from late and long-term effects of cancer treatment; mostly fatigue (59.2%), sleep disorder (41.5%), hot flashes (39.2%), nerve damage (polyneuropathy, 38.0%), and pain (36.6%) with a mean number of 5.1 different late and long-term effects. Late and long-term effects were positively associated with younger age and college/university education. Nearly half of the participants experiencing late and long-term effects (43%) reported having used CAM to treat these complaints. Most frequently used were self-help practices (26%) such as relaxation therapy (19%), yoga (14%) and meditation (13%), but also visits to CAM providers were reported by 22%. Herbal- and other natural remedies to treat late and long-term effects were used by 13%. A high percentage of CAM users reported self-perceived improvements of their symptoms (86% for self-help practices, 90% for visits to CAM providers). Few experienced adverse effects of the CAM treatment. CONCLUSION A large proportion of cancer patients suffered from a wide range of late and long-term effects of cancer diagnosis and treatment, and they use CAM to treat these complaints to a rather high degree. Relaxation therapy, yoga, meditation, massage, and acupuncture were the most frequently used therapies regardless of complaint. The therapies used are generally considered to be both safe and beneficial for the respective complaint, indicating that the participants seem to be well informed about the choices they make.
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- Agnete E Kristoffersen
- National Research Center in Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NAFKAM), Department of Community Medicine, UiT The Arctic University of Norway, Tromsø, Norway.
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- National Research Center in Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NAFKAM), Department of Community Medicine, UiT The Arctic University of Norway, Tromsø, Norway
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- National Research Center in Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NAFKAM), Department of Community Medicine, UiT The Arctic University of Norway, Tromsø, Norway
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- Regional Cancer Center Stockholm Gotland, Stockholm, Sweden
- Karolinska Institutet, Department of Neurobiology, Care Sciences & Society, Division of Nursing & Department of Physiology & Pharmacology, Stockholm, Sweden
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- Centre for Sami Health Research, Department of Community Medicine, UiT The Arctic University of Norway, Tromsø, Norway
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- National Research Center in Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NAFKAM), Department of Community Medicine, UiT The Arctic University of Norway, Tromsø, Norway
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- National Research Center in Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NAFKAM), Department of Community Medicine, UiT The Arctic University of Norway, Tromsø, Norway
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Cabañero D, Villalba-Riquelme E, Fernández-Ballester G, Fernández-Carvajal A, Ferrer-Montiel A. ThermoTRP channels in pain sexual dimorphism: new insights for drug intervention. Pharmacol Ther 2022; 240:108297. [PMID: 36202261 DOI: 10.1016/j.pharmthera.2022.108297] [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: 08/03/2022] [Revised: 09/25/2022] [Accepted: 09/29/2022] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Chronic pain is a major burden for the society and remains more prevalent and severe in females. The presence of chronic pain is linked to persistent alterations in the peripheral and the central nervous system. One of the main types of peripheral pain transducers are the transient receptor potential channels (TRP), also known as thermoTRP channels, which intervene in the perception of hot and cold external stimuli. These channels, and especially TRPV1, TRPA1 and TRPM8, have been subjected to profound investigation because of their role as thermosensors and also because of their implication in acute and chronic pain. Surprisingly, their sensitivity to endogenous signaling has been far less studied. Cumulative evidence suggests that the function of these channels may be differently modulated in males and females, in part through sexual hormones, and this could constitute a significant contributor to the sex differences in chronic pain. Here, we review the exciting advances in thermoTRP pharmacology for males and females in two paradigmatic types of chronic pain with a strong peripheral component: chronic migraine and chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN). The possibilities of peripheral druggability offered by these channels and the differential exploitation for men and women represent a development opportunity that will lead to a significant increment of the armamentarium of analgesic medicines for personalized chronic pain treatment.
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- David Cabañero
- Instituto de Investigación, Desarrollo e Innovación en Biotecnología Sanitaria de Elche (IDiBE), Universitas Miguel Hernández, 03202 Elche, Spain
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- Instituto de Investigación, Desarrollo e Innovación en Biotecnología Sanitaria de Elche (IDiBE), Universitas Miguel Hernández, 03202 Elche, Spain
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- Instituto de Investigación, Desarrollo e Innovación en Biotecnología Sanitaria de Elche (IDiBE), Universitas Miguel Hernández, 03202 Elche, Spain
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- Instituto de Investigación, Desarrollo e Innovación en Biotecnología Sanitaria de Elche (IDiBE), Universitas Miguel Hernández, 03202 Elche, Spain
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- Instituto de Investigación, Desarrollo e Innovación en Biotecnología Sanitaria de Elche (IDiBE), Universitas Miguel Hernández, 03202 Elche, Spain.
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Eikeland SA, Smeland KB, Brekke M, Kiserud CE, Fosså A. Late-effect awareness and follow-up of cancer in general practice. Scand J Prim Health Care 2022; 40:360-369. [PMID: 36380478 PMCID: PMC9848261 DOI: 10.1080/02813432.2022.2139457] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE With increasing cancer incidence and survival rates, follow-up care becomes a major healthcare concern, placing increased demands on general practitioners (GPs). We explored GPs' awareness of late effects (LEs) after cancer treatment. Their degree of involvement and attitudes towards follow-up care was studied separately for solid cancers and Hodgkin's lymphoma (HL). DESIGN AND SETTING Mailed questionnaire study in Norwegian general practice. SUBJECTS 185 responding GPs with responsibility for HL survivors, more than 10 years since diagnosis. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES AND RESULTS All GPs reported some awareness of LEs. Increasing awareness of LEs was associated with female sex, being a specialist, having experience from hospital-based cancer care and familiarity with official guidelines on LEs after treatment. The majority of GPs were involved in follow-up care, which increased with patients' time since treatment and was associated with higher awareness of LEs. GPs with work experience in hospital-based cancer care were more likely to be engaged in HL follow-up. Most GPs were willing to provide follow-up care at some point after treatment. Older and more experienced GPs, and those satisfied with the collaboration with hospital specialists, were more likely to provide follow-up earlier. CONCLUSION GPs' awareness of LEs and their willingness to provide follow-up care were related to familiarity with guidelines and experience. GPs more involved in follow-up care also had higher knowledge of LEs. Distribution of guidelines on LEs and follow-up care, and improving collaboration with hospital specialists, might increase GPs' knowledge and willingness to become involved in follow-up care, especially early in their careers. GPs' involvement and attitude towards follow-up of survivors of common solid cancers and HL, a rare malignant disease, were similar.KEY POINTSNorwegian general practitioners (GPs) are involved in survivorship care after cancer treatment. We investigated their awareness of late effects (LEs), their involvement and their attitude towards follow-up care of solid cancers and Hodgkin's lymphoma. • GPs registered as specialists, aware of guidelines and with experience from hospital-based cancer care reported higher awareness of LEs. • GPs with higher awareness of LEs were more frequently involved in follow-up care. • GPs with longer experience in general practice were comfortable with follow-up care at an earlier stage after treatment. • Results were similar for follow-up care of survivors of solid cancers and Hodgkin's lymphoma.
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- Siri A. Eikeland
- National Advisory Unit for Late Effects after Cancer Treatment, Department of Oncology, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
- Institute of Clinical Medicine, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway
- CONTACT Siri A. Eikeland Department of Oncology, Oslo University Hospital, P.O. Box 4953, Nydalen, Oslo0424, Norway
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- National Advisory Unit for Late Effects after Cancer Treatment, Department of Oncology, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- General Practice Research Unit, Institute of Health and Society, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway
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- National Advisory Unit for Late Effects after Cancer Treatment, Department of Oncology, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Oncology and Radiotherapy, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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Rodwin RL, Siddiq NZ, Ehrlich BE, Lustberg MB. Biomarkers of Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy: Current Status and Future Directions. FRONTIERS IN PAIN RESEARCH 2022; 3:864910. [PMID: 35360655 PMCID: PMC8963873 DOI: 10.3389/fpain.2022.864910] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/29/2022] [Accepted: 02/16/2022] [Indexed: 01/18/2023] Open
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Chemotherapy induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN) is an often severe and debilitating complication of multiple chemotherapeutic agents that can affect patients of all ages, across cancer diagnoses. CIPN can persist post-therapy, and significantly impact the health and quality of life of cancer survivors. Identifying patients at risk for CIPN is challenging due to the lack of standardized objective measures to assess for CIPN. Furthermore, there are no approved preventative treatments for CIPN, and therapeutic options for CIPN remain limited once it develops. Biomarkers of CIPN have been studied but are not widely used in clinical practice. They can serve as an important clinical tool to identify individuals at risk for CIPN and to better understand the pathogenesis and avenues for treatment of CIPN. Here we review promising biomarkers of CIPN in humans and their clinical implications.
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- Rozalyn L. Rodwin
- Section of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, Department of Pediatrics, Yale School of Medicine, New Haven, CT, United States
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- Section of Medical Oncology, Department of Medicine, Yale School of Medicine, New Haven, CT, United States
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- Department of Pharmacology, Yale School of Medicine, New Haven, CT, United States
- Yale Cancer Center, New Haven, CT, United States
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- Section of Medical Oncology, Department of Medicine, Yale School of Medicine, New Haven, CT, United States
- Yale Cancer Center, New Haven, CT, United States
- *Correspondence: Maryam B. Lustberg
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Tamburin S, Park SB, Schenone A, Mantovani E, Hamedani M, Alberti P, Yildiz-Kabak V, Kleckner IR, Kolb N, Mazzucchelli M, McNeish BL, Argyriou AA, Cavaletti G, Hoke A. Rehabilitation, exercise, and related non-pharmacological interventions for chemotherapy-induced peripheral neurotoxicity: Systematic review and evidence-based recommendations. Crit Rev Oncol Hematol 2022; 171:103575. [PMID: 34968623 PMCID: PMC10658987 DOI: 10.1016/j.critrevonc.2021.103575] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/08/2021] [Revised: 12/23/2021] [Accepted: 12/24/2021] [Indexed: 12/22/2022] Open
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Pharmacological strategies for chemotherapy-induced peripheral neurotoxicity (CIPN) are very limited. We systematically reviewed data on rehabilitation, exercise, physical therapy, and other physical non-pharmacological interventions and offered evidence-based recommendations for the prevention and treatment of CIPN. A literature search using PubMed, Web of Science and CINAHL was conducted from database inception until May 31st, 2021. 2791 records were title-abstract screened, 71 papers were full-text screened, 41 studies were included, 21 on prevention and 20 on treatment of CIPN. Treatment type, cancer type, chemotherapy compounds were heterogeneous, sample size was small (median: N = 34) and intention-to-treat analysis was lacking in 26/41 reports. Because of the methodological issues of included studies, the reviewed evidence should be considered as preliminary. Exercise, endurance, strength, balance, and sensorimotor training have been studied in low-to-moderate quality studies, while the evidence for other treatments is preliminary/inconclusive. We offer recommendation for the design of future trials on CIPN.
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- Stefano Tamburin
- Department of Neurosciences, Biomedicine and Movement Sciences, University of Verona, Italy.
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- Brain and Mind Centre, Faculty of Medicine and Health, University of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- Department of Neurosciences, Rehabilitation, Ophthalmology, Genetic and Maternal and Infantile Sciences (DINOGMI), University of Genoa, Italy; IRCCS San Martino Hospital, Genoa, Italy
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- Department of Neurosciences, Biomedicine and Movement Sciences, University of Verona, Italy
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- Department of Neurosciences, Rehabilitation, Ophthalmology, Genetic and Maternal and Infantile Sciences (DINOGMI), University of Genoa, Italy
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- Experimental Neurology Unit, School of Medicine and Surgery, University of Milano-Bicocca, Monza, Italy
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- Faculty of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, Hacettepe University, Ankara, Turkey
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- Department of Pain and Translational Symptom Science, University of Maryland School of Nursing, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- Department of Neurological Sciences, University of Vermont, Burlington, VT, USA
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- Department of Neurological Sciences, University of Vermont, Burlington, VT, USA
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- Department of Neurology, "Saint Andrew's" State General Hospital of Patras, Patras, Greece
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- Experimental Neurology Unit, School of Medicine and Surgery, University of Milano-Bicocca, Monza, Italy
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- Department of Neurology, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, USA
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Velasco R, Domingo-Domenech E, Sureda A. Brentuximab-Induced Peripheral Neurotoxicity: A Multidisciplinary Approach to Manage an Emerging Challenge in Hodgkin Lymphoma Therapy. Cancers (Basel) 2021; 13:6125. [PMID: 34885234 PMCID: PMC8656789 DOI: 10.3390/cancers13236125] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2021] [Revised: 11/27/2021] [Accepted: 11/30/2021] [Indexed: 01/30/2023] Open
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Brentuximab vedotin (BV) is an anti-CD30 antibody-drug conjugate approved to treat classical Hodgkin lymphoma (HL). BV-induced peripheral neurotoxicity (BVIN) is one of the greatest concerns for haematologists treating HL for several reasons. First, BVIN is highly frequent. Most patients receiving BV will experience some degree of BVIN, resulting in the primary reason for dose modification or discontinuation of HL therapy. Second, BV produces sensory, motor, and/or autonomic peripheral nerve dysfunction, which can present as severe, disabling forms of BVIN-predominantly motor-in some patients. Third, although largely reversible, BVIN may persist months or years after treatment and thereby become a major issue in HL survivorship. BVIN may, therefore, negatively affect the quality of life and work-life of often young patients with HL, in whom long-term survival is expected. Currently, the only strategy for BVIN includes dose adjustments and treatment discontinuation; however, this could interfere with LH therapy efficacy. In this setting, early recognition and adequate management of BVIN are critical in improving clinical outcomes. Careful neurologic monitoring may allow accurate diagnoses and gradation of ongoing forms of BVIN presentation. This review analysed current, available data on epidemiology, pathophysiology, patient- and treatment-related risk factors, clinical and neurophysiologic phenotypes, and management in patients with HL. Furthermore, this review specifically addresses limitations posed by BVIN assessments in clinical practice and provides skills and tools to improve neurologic assessments in these patients. Integrating this neurotoxic drug in clinical practice requires a multidisciplinary approach to avoid or minimise neurotoxicity burden in survivors of HL.
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- Roser Velasco
- Neuro-Oncology Unit, Department of Neurology, Hospital Universitari de Bellvitge-Institut Català dOncologia, 08908 Barcelona, Spain
- Department of Cell Biology, Physiology and Immunology, Institute of Neurosciences, 08193 Bellaterra, Spain
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- Department of Haematology, Catalan Institute of Oncology, Hospital Duran i Reynals, IDIBELL, University of Barcelona (UB), L’Hospitalet de Llobregat, 08908 Barcelona, Spain; (E.D.-D.); (A.S.)
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- Department of Haematology, Catalan Institute of Oncology, Hospital Duran i Reynals, IDIBELL, University of Barcelona (UB), L’Hospitalet de Llobregat, 08908 Barcelona, Spain; (E.D.-D.); (A.S.)
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