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Kidanemariam M, Neve OM, van den Heuvel I, Douz S, Hensen EF, Stiggelbout AM, Pieterse AH. Patient-reported outcome measures in value-based healthcare: A multiple methods study to assess patient-centredness. PATIENT EDUCATION AND COUNSELING 2024; 125:108243. [PMID: 38678860 DOI: 10.1016/j.pec.2024.108243] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/13/2023] [Revised: 03/01/2024] [Accepted: 03/05/2024] [Indexed: 05/01/2024]
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OBJECTIVES Value-based healthcare (VBHC) involves the use of standardised outcome measures, including patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs). This study aimed to assess to what extent discussion of PROMs is associated with patient- and person-centredness. METHODS This study used a separate sample pre-/post-test design and multiple methods (observations, questionnaires, and interviews) in a VBHC care pathway for patients with a vestibular schwannoma, to assess to what extent the implementation of PROMs is associated with a difference in patient- and person-centredness. RESULTS A total of 139 patients with a vestibular schwannoma and their four treating physicians were included in the study. No significant differences were found in observed patient-centredness (Mpre=6.71 ± 2.42 vs. Mpost=6.93 ± 2.01; P = 0.60) or patient-reported patient-centredness (Mpre=1.73 vs. Mpost=1.68; P = 0.63) and person-centredness after PROM implementation (Mpre=11.81 vs. Mpost=13.42; P = 0.34). We observed more discussion of patient-reported outcomes. However, a majority of patients did not expect PRO discussion in consultations. CONCLUSIONS The implementation of standardised PROMs in a VBHC care pathway was associated with more discussion on patient-reported outcomes in clinical consultations. Overall, the implementation of PROMs was not observed or perceived as leading to more patient-centred consultations. PRACTICE IMPLICATIONS Physicians should assess whether the discussion of PROMs add value collaboratively with patients.
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- Martha Kidanemariam
- Medical Decision Making, Department of Biomedical Data Sciences, Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, the Netherlands.
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery, Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, the Netherlands
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- Erasmus School of Health Policy and Management, Erasmus University Rotterdam, Rotterdam, the Netherlands
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- Medical Decision Making, Department of Biomedical Data Sciences, Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, the Netherlands
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology and Head & Neck Surgery, Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, the Netherlands
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- Medical Decision Making, Department of Biomedical Data Sciences, Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, the Netherlands; Erasmus School of Health Policy and Management, Erasmus University Rotterdam, Rotterdam, the Netherlands
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- Medical Decision Making, Department of Biomedical Data Sciences, Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, the Netherlands
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Volungholen Sollid MI, Slaaen M, Danielsen S, Eilertsen G, Kirkevold Ø. Patient-Reported Experiences and Associated Factors in a Norwegian Radiotherapy Setting: An Explorative Cross-Sectional Study. SAGE Open Nurs 2024; 10:23779608241233868. [PMID: 38406180 PMCID: PMC10893778 DOI: 10.1177/23779608241233868] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/24/2023] [Revised: 01/04/2024] [Accepted: 01/25/2024] [Indexed: 02/27/2024] Open
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Introduction Radiotherapy is the main treatment modality in cancer. There is sparse knowledge on how patients with cancer experience their radiotherapy trajectory, and which factors might be associated with patients' experiences. Objectives The aim of the present study was to explore how adults with cancer receiving radiotherapy evaluate the quality of their care, utilizing a patient-reported experience measure, and how patient- and service-related characteristics are associated with their evaluation. Methods An explorative cross-sectional study using a self-completed questionnaire to assess patients' radiotherapy experiences was performed. Participants were recruited consecutively, within their last week of treatment, from two different hospitals in Norway from January 2021 to January 2022. Four hundred and eighty paper questionnaires were distributed to recruited patients, 240 at each hospital. Questionnaires were self-completed at home and returned by mail. The instrument person-centered coordinated care experience questionnaire (P3CEQ) was used. In addition to this, participants completed the European Organization of Research and Treatment of Cancer Quality of Life Questionnaire-C30 (EORTC QLQ-C30) and The Sense of Coherence 13 scale (SOC-13). Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, parametric tests, and unadjusted/adjusted linear regression models were estimated. Results The study included 373 patients. Patients evaluated quality of care in terms of P3CEQ scores, with a mean score of 19.5 (standard deviation = 5.4). Lowest scores were identified in areas concerning person-centeredness and service coordination. There were no significant differences in P3CEQ scores between the younger and older groups. Having a partner and better SOC-13 scores were independently associated with the overall patient-reported experience score, whereas age was not. Conclusion Patient-reported experience scores indicate that improvements are needed in some areas, such as informing and involving patients in the planning and coordination of their care. Findings suggest paying special attention to patients without a partner to offer patients the best possible care.
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- May Ingvild Volungholen Sollid
- Research Centre for Age Related Functional Decline and Diseases, Innlandet Hospital Trust, Ottestad, Norway
- Department of Health Sciences, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) Gjøvik, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Gjøvik, Norway
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- Research Centre for Age Related Functional Decline and Diseases, Innlandet Hospital Trust, Ottestad, Norway
- Institute of Clinical Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Oslo, Blindern, Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Oncology, St. Olavs Hospital, Trondheim University Hospital, Trondheim, Norway
- Department of Physics, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), Trondheim, Norway
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- USN Research Group of Older Peoples' Health, Department of Nursing and Health Sciences, Faculty of Health and Social Sciences, University of South-Eastern Norway, Drammen G, Norway
- Department of Nursing and Health Sciences, Faculty of Health and Social Sciences, University of South-Eastern Norway, Drammen G, Norway
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- Research Centre for Age Related Functional Decline and Diseases, Innlandet Hospital Trust, Ottestad, Norway
- Department of Health Sciences, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) Gjøvik, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Gjøvik, Norway
- Norwegian National Advisory Unit on Ageing and Health, Vestfold Hospital Trust, Tønsberg, Norway
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Bense JE, Guilonard N, Zwaginga F, Stiggelbout AM, Louwerens M, Mekelenkamp H, Lankester AC, Pieterse AH, de Pagter APJ. The value of using patient-reported outcomes for health screening during long-term follow-up after paediatric stem cell transplantation for nonmalignant diseases. Health Expect 2023; 27:e13902. [PMID: 38102818 PMCID: PMC10768862 DOI: 10.1111/hex.13902] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/26/2023] [Revised: 10/17/2023] [Accepted: 10/21/2023] [Indexed: 12/17/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION The assessment of using patient-reported outcomes (PROs) within comprehensive care follow-up programmes, specifically focused on health screening, remains largely unexplored. PROs were implemented in our late effects and comprehensive care programme after paediatric hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT) for nonmalignant diseases. The programme focuses solely on screening of physical and mental health and on discussing PROs during the consultation. METHODS The primary method of this study was semistructured interviews to explore the perspective of both patients and healthcare providers' (HCP) on the use of PROs, which were thematically analyzed. Additionally, an explorative quantitative approach with patient-reported experience measures (PREMS) was used, with a pretest-posttest design, to assess whether the use of PROs was accompanied by more patient-centred care. RESULTS From the patient-interviews (N = 15) four themes were extracted: use of PROs (1) help to discuss topics; (2) make the patients feel understood; (3) create a moment of self-reflection; and (4) make consultations more efficient. Pre- and postimplementation analysis of PREMs (N = 40) did not show significant differences in terms of patient-centeredness. CONCLUSION Our results demonstrate the added value of integrating PROs for health screening purposes within the long-term follow-up programme after paediatric HSCT, as perceived by both patient and HCP. With the active use of PROs, patients are stimulated to consciously assess their health status. PATIENT CONTRIBUTION This study included patients as participants. Caregivers were approached if patients were below a certain age. Additionally, preliminary results were shared with all patients (including nonparticipants) during a patient conference day.
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- Joëll E. Bense
- Department of Pediatrics, Willem‐Alexander Children's Hospital, Division of Stem Cell TransplantationLeiden University Medical CenterLeidenThe Netherlands
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- Department of Pediatrics, Willem‐Alexander Children's Hospital, Division of Stem Cell TransplantationLeiden University Medical CenterLeidenThe Netherlands
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- Department of Pediatrics, Willem‐Alexander Children's Hospital, Division of Stem Cell TransplantationLeiden University Medical CenterLeidenThe Netherlands
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- Department of Biomedical Data Sciences, Medical Decision MakingLeiden University Medical CenterLeidenThe Netherlands
- Erasmus School of Health Policy and ManagementErasmus University RotterdamRotterdamThe Netherlands
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- Department of Internal MedicineLeiden University Medical CenterLeidenThe Netherlands
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- Department of Pediatrics, Willem‐Alexander Children's Hospital, Division of Stem Cell TransplantationLeiden University Medical CenterLeidenThe Netherlands
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- Department of Pediatrics, Willem‐Alexander Children's Hospital, Division of Stem Cell TransplantationLeiden University Medical CenterLeidenThe Netherlands
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- Department of Biomedical Data Sciences, Medical Decision MakingLeiden University Medical CenterLeidenThe Netherlands
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- Department of Pediatrics, Willem‐Alexander Children's Hospital, Division of Stem Cell TransplantationLeiden University Medical CenterLeidenThe Netherlands
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Sollid MIV, Slaaen M, Danielsen S, Kirkevold Ø. Psychometric Properties of the Person-Centred Coordinated Care Experience Questionnaire (P3CEQ) in a Norwegian Radiotherapy Setting. Int J Qual Health Care 2022; 34:6675237. [PMID: 36004618 PMCID: PMC9475430 DOI: 10.1093/intqhc/mzac067] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/28/2022] [Revised: 06/10/2022] [Accepted: 08/24/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The number of older adults with cancer is increasing. Radiotherapy is an important treatment modality in cancer, and may cause side effects and distress. Patient-reported experience measures aim to measure patients' experience with health care. This can help health care services to improve in line with patients' needs. To assess how Norwegian patients receiving radiotherapy experience their care, a valid and reliable tool is required. We selected the Person-centred coordinated care experience questionnaire as a tool. The aim of the study is to validate the Norwegian version of this questionnaire in a radiotherapy setting. METHODS A feasibility study of the Person-centred coordinated care experience questionnaire and a cross-sectional study - testing psychometric properties of the questionnaire in a Norwegian radiotherapy setting - were conducted. Participants were recruited from two different hospitals in Norway. Patient characteristics and item scores are described using descriptive statistics. We performed an exploratory factor analysis, and applied principal component analysis with a varimax rotation. Cronbach's α was used to assess internal consistency. RESULTS 24 patients participated in the feasibility test, and 176 were included in the cross-sectional study where we explored the psychometric properties of the Person-centred coordinated care experience questionnaire. Three factors were identified. Internal consistency was established for the ten-item scale, with Cronbach's α = 0.698. CONCLUSION Conclusions must consider the Norwegian setting and health care context. We found that the Norwegian version of the Person-centred coordinated care experience questionnaire is a relevant, valid, and reliable tool to provide insight into different areas of patients' experiences upon receiving radiotherapy. However, further testing on a larger sample is necessitated.
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- May Ingvild Volungholen Sollid
- Research Centre for Age Related Functional Decline and Diseases, Innlandet Hospital Trust, Box 68, 2313 Ottestad, Norway.,Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Department of Health Sciences, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) Gjøvik, Box 191, 2802 Gjøvik, Norway
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- Research Centre for Age Related Functional Decline and Diseases, Innlandet Hospital Trust, Box 68, 2313 Ottestad, Norway.,Institute of Clinical Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, University of Oslo, Box 1171, Blindern, 0318 OSLO, Norway
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- Department of Oncology, St. Olav's Hospital, Trondheim University Hospital, Trondheim, Norway.,Department of Physics, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), Trondheim, Norway
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- Research Centre for Age Related Functional Decline and Diseases, Innlandet Hospital Trust, Box 68, 2313 Ottestad, Norway.,Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Department of Health Sciences, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) Gjøvik, Box 191, 2802 Gjøvik, Norway.,Norwegian National Centre for Ageing and Health, Vestfold Hospital Trust, Box 2136, 3103 Tønsberg, Norway
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Turon H, Hobden B, Fakes K, Clapham M, Proietto A, Sanson-Fisher R. Preparation for Cancer Treatment: A Cross-Sectional Study Examining Patient Self-Reported Experiences and Correlates. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2022; 19:10167. [PMID: 36011803 PMCID: PMC9407820 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph191610167] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/18/2022] [Revised: 08/15/2022] [Accepted: 08/16/2022] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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Given the significant physical and psychosocial side-effects cancer treatment has on individuals, it is important to ensure patients receive adequate preparation prior to treatment. The purpose of this study was to explore, among Australian oncology patients, (i) the self-reported treatment preparation information they received; and (ii) the patient characteristics associated with the treatment preparation information received. Patients in the early stages of cancer treatment were invited to complete a survey exploring their receipt of information about treatment preparation. Items assessed patients' self-report of whether they had received information about the treatment process. A total of 165 participants completed the survey. Patients most frequently reported receiving information about how they might feel physically (94%) and what side effects to watch for (93%). One in five patients reported not receiving information about how to cope with any stress or worry related to treatment. Females reported receiving significantly fewer items of care compared to males (p = 0.0083). This study suggests that while self-reported preparation for cancer treatment is generally high, components of preparation related to psychosocial concerns could be improved. Survey data could be used as a feedback tool for centres to monitor delivery of care.
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- Heidi Turon
- Health Behaviour Research Collaborative, School of Medicine and Public Health, Faculty of Health and Medicine, University of Newcastle, Callaghan, NSW 2308, Australia
- Priority Research Centre for Health Behaviour, Faculty of Health and Medicine, University of Newcastle, Callaghan, NSW 2308, Australia
- Hunter Medical Research Institute, New Lambton, NSW 2305, Australia
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- Health Behaviour Research Collaborative, School of Medicine and Public Health, Faculty of Health and Medicine, University of Newcastle, Callaghan, NSW 2308, Australia
- Priority Research Centre for Health Behaviour, Faculty of Health and Medicine, University of Newcastle, Callaghan, NSW 2308, Australia
- Hunter Medical Research Institute, New Lambton, NSW 2305, Australia
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- Health Behaviour Research Collaborative, School of Medicine and Public Health, Faculty of Health and Medicine, University of Newcastle, Callaghan, NSW 2308, Australia
- Priority Research Centre for Health Behaviour, Faculty of Health and Medicine, University of Newcastle, Callaghan, NSW 2308, Australia
- Hunter Medical Research Institute, New Lambton, NSW 2305, Australia
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- Clinical Research Design and Statistics, Hunter Medical Research Institute, New Lambton, NSW 2305, Australia
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- Health Behaviour Research Collaborative, School of Medicine and Public Health, Faculty of Health and Medicine, University of Newcastle, Callaghan, NSW 2308, Australia
- Priority Research Centre for Health Behaviour, Faculty of Health and Medicine, University of Newcastle, Callaghan, NSW 2308, Australia
- Hunter Medical Research Institute, New Lambton, NSW 2305, Australia
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- Health Behaviour Research Collaborative, School of Medicine and Public Health, Faculty of Health and Medicine, University of Newcastle, Callaghan, NSW 2308, Australia
- Priority Research Centre for Health Behaviour, Faculty of Health and Medicine, University of Newcastle, Callaghan, NSW 2308, Australia
- Hunter Medical Research Institute, New Lambton, NSW 2305, Australia
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