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Jin DA, Gu FP, Meng TL, Zhang XX. Effect of low anterior resection syndrome on quality of life in colorectal cancer patients: A retrospective observational study. World J Gastrointest Surg 2023; 15:2123-2132. [PMID: 37969698 PMCID: PMC10642465 DOI: 10.4240/wjgs.v15.i10.2123] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/04/2023] [Revised: 08/01/2023] [Accepted: 08/15/2023] [Indexed: 10/27/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Low anterior resection syndrome (LARS) is a common complication of anus-preserving surgery in patients with colorectal cancer, which significantly affects patients' quality of life. AIM To determine the relationship between the incidence of LARS and patient quality of life after colorectal cancer surgery and to establish a LARS prediction model to allow perioperative precision nursing. METHODS We reviewed the data from patients who underwent elective radical resection for colorectal cancer at our institution from April 2013 to June 2020 and completed the LARS score questionnaire and the European Organization for Research and Treatment of Cancer Core Quality of Life and Colorectal Cancer Module questionnaires. According to the LARS score results, the patients were divided into no LARS, mild LARS, and severe LARS groups. The incidence of LARS and the effects of this condition on patient quality of life were determined. Univariate and multivariate analyses were performed to identify independent risk factors for the occurrence of LARS. Based on these factors, we established a risk prediction model for LARS and evaluated its performance. RESULTS Among the 223 patients included, 51 did not develop LARS and 171 had mild or severe LARS. The following quality of life indicators showed significant differences between patients without LARS and those with mild or severe LARS: Physical, role, emotional, and cognitive function, total health status, fatigue, pain, shortness of breath, insomnia, constipation, and diarrhea. Tumor size, partial/total mesorectal excision, colostomy, preoperative radiotherapy, and neoadjuvant chemotherapy were identified to be independent risk factors for LARS. A LARS prediction model was successfully established, which demonstrated an accuracy of 0.808 for predicting the occurrence of LARS. CONCLUSION The quality of life of patients with LARS after colorectal cancer surgery is significantly reduced.
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- Dong-Ai Jin
- Department of Nursing, Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou 310016, Zhejiang Province, China
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- Department of Nursing, Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou 310016, Zhejiang Province, China
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- Department of Nursing, Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou 310016, Zhejiang Province, China
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- Department of Ultrasound, The Fourth Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Yiwu 322000, Zhejiang Province, China
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Mai-Phan TA, Pham VQ. Validation of the Vietnamese version of the low anterior resection syndrome score questionnaire. Ann Coloproctol 2022:ac.2022.00514.0073. [PMID: 36426406 DOI: 10.3393/ac.2022.00514.0073] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/24/2022] [Accepted: 08/26/2022] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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Purpose The aim of this study was to validate the low anterior resection syndrome (LARS) score questionnaire in the Vietnamese language among Vietnamese patients who underwent sphincter-preserving surgery for rectal cancer. Methods The LARS score questionnaire was translated from English into Vietnamese and then back-translated as recommended internationally. From January 2018 to December 2020, 93 patients who underwent sphincter-preserving surgery completed the Vietnamese version of the LARS score questionnaire together with an anchored question assessing the influence of bowel function on quality of life (QoL). To validate test-retest reliability, patients were requested to answer the LARS score questionnaire twice. Results Ninety-three patients completed the LARS score questionnaire, of whom 89 responded twice. The patients who responded twice were included in the analysis of test-retest reliability. Fifty-eight patients had a "major" LARS score. The LARS score was able to discriminate between patients who were obese and those who were not (P<0.001) and between the low anterior resection and anterior resection procedures (P<0.001). Age and sex were not associated with higher LARS scores (P=0.975). There was a perfect fit between the QoL category question and the LARS score in 56.2% of cases, and a moderate fit was found in 42.7% of cases, showing reasonable convergent validity. The test-retest reliability of 89 patients showed a high intraclass correlation coefficient. Conclusion The Vietnamese version of the LARS score questionnaire is a valid tool for measuring LARS.
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- Tuong-Anh Mai-Phan
- Department of General Surgery, Nhan dan Gia Dinh Hospital, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
- Department of Medicine, Nguyen Tat Thanh University, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
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- Department of General Surgery, Nhan dan Gia Dinh Hospital, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
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Pappou EP, Temple LK, Patil S, Smith JJ, Wei IH, Nash GM, Guillem JG, Widmar M, Weiser MR, Paty PB, Schrag D, Garcia-Aguilar J. Quality of life and function after rectal cancer surgery with and without sphincter preservation. Front Oncol 2022; 12:944843. [PMID: 36353560 PMCID: PMC9639454 DOI: 10.3389/fonc.2022.944843] [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: 05/15/2022] [Accepted: 08/23/2022] [Indexed: 01/12/2023] Open
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Despite improvements in surgical techniques, functional outcomes and quality of life after therapy for rectal cancer remain suboptimal. We sought to prospectively evaluate the effect of bowel, bladder, and sexual functional outcomes on health-related quality of life (QOL) in patients with restorative versus non-restorative resections after rectal cancer surgery. A cohort of 211 patients with clinical stage I-III rectal cancer who underwent open surgery between 2006 and 2009 at Memorial Sloan Kettering were included. Subjects were asked to complete surveys preoperatively and at 6, 12, and 24 months after surgery. Validated instruments were used to measure QOL, bowel, bladder, and sexual function. Univariable and multivariable regression analyses evaluated predictors of 24- month QOL. In addition, longitudinal trends over the study period were evaluated using repeated measures models. In total, 180 patients (85%) completed at least 1 survey, and response rates at each time point were high (>70%). QOL was most impaired at 6 and 12 months and returned to baseline levels at 24 months. Among patients who underwent sphincter-preserving surgery (SPS; n=153 [85%]), overall bowel function at 24 months was significantly impaired and never returned to baseline. There were no differences in QOL at 24 months between patients who underwent SPS and those who did not (p=.29). Bowel function was correlated with QOL at 24 months (Pearson correlation,.41; p<.001). QOL among patients who have undergone SPS for rectal cancer is good despite poor function. Patients with ostomies are able to adjust to the functional changes and, overall, have good global QOL. Patients with low anastomoses had lower global QOL at 24 months than patients with permanent stomas. Our findings can help patients set expectations about function and quality of life after surgery for rectal cancer with and without a permanent stoma.
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- Emmanouil P. Pappou
- Department of Surgery, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY, United States,*Correspondence: Emmanouil P. Pappou,
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- Department of Surgery, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY, United States
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- Department of Quantitative Health Sciences, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH, United States
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- Department of Surgery, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY, United States
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- Department of Surgery, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY, United States
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- Department of Surgery, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY, United States
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- Department of Surgery, UNC School of Medicine, Chapel Hill, NC, United States
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- Department of Surgery, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY, United States
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- Department of Surgery, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY, United States
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- Department of Surgery, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY, United States
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- Department of Medicine, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY, United States
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- Department of Surgery, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY, United States
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Prospective evaluation of bowel dysfunction after rectal cancer surgery. Support Care Cancer 2022; 30:5939-5947. [PMID: 35391573 DOI: 10.1007/s00520-022-07030-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/22/2021] [Accepted: 04/01/2022] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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PURPOSE Bowel dysfunction after rectal cancer surgery may significantly affect the quality of life. Our study aimed to estimate the incidence and characterize the low anterior resection syndrome (LARS). METHODS Prospective evaluation of patients treated with anterior resection for rectal cancer at two hospitals followed for 12 months after ileostomy reversal. The assessment was performed at baseline, after neoadjuvant treatment, and 1 month, 6 months, and 12 months after bowel transit reconstruction using several scores (Bristol scale, LARS score, Memorial Sloan Kettering bowel function instrument, Fecal Incontinence Quality of Life, EORTC-QLQ30, and a visual analogue scale). RESULTS Of 205 patients diagnosed with rectal cancer, 78 were followed for 12 months after the exclusion criteria. "Major LARS" at 1 month, 6 months, and 12 months was 55.6%, 47.3%, and 34.6%, respectively. At 12 months, patients experienced significantly less diarrhea, higher LARS score, more percentage of "major LARS," and worse MSK-BFI score compared to baseline. Regarding the quality of life at 12 months, 77.7% of patients with "major LARS" reported impact according to the anchor question of the LARS score; all FIQL subscales were significantly lower; the overall EORTC-QLQ30 score and the functional subscales significantly correlated with the LARS and the MSK-BFI scores. CONCLUSIONS Bowel dysfunction with an impact on the quality of life is common after rectal cancer surgery. The knowledge of the potential consequences of the treatments is essential to be able to provide patients with the best possible information.
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Physical activity levels after low anterior resection for rectal cancer: one-year follow-up. BMC Public Health 2021; 21:2270. [PMID: 34903207 PMCID: PMC8667409 DOI: 10.1186/s12889-021-12311-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/26/2021] [Accepted: 11/17/2021] [Indexed: 12/22/2022] Open
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Background Overall survival rates after rectal cancer have increased. Therefore, functional outcomes rightly deserve more interest. The aims of this study were to assess progression in total, sports, occupational and household physical activity levels of rectal cancer survivors, from preoperatively to 12 months after surgery/stoma closure and to explore predictive factors. Methods Multi-center prospective study with 125 patients who underwent low anterior resection for rectal cancer. The Flemish Physical Activity Computerized Questionnaire was completed concerning all physical activity levels at baseline (past preoperative year) and at 1, 4, 6 and 12 months after surgery/stoma closure. At these timepoints, questionnaires (LARS−/ COREFO-questionnaire) regarding bowel symptoms were also filled out. Results were analyzed using linear mixed models for repeated measures. Results Total physical activity levels up to 12 months remained significantly lower than preoperative. Occupational and sports physical activity levels remained significantly lower until 6 and 4 months postoperative, respectively. Predictive factors for decreased physical activity levels at a specific timepoint were: younger age and no stoma (total physical activity, 1 month), low/mid rectal tumor, no stoma, non-employed status (total, 4 months), higher COREFO-scores (occupational, 4 months) and non-employed status (total, 12 months). At all timepoints, lower COREFO-scores were associated with higher total physical activity levels; male gender and lower educational levels with higher occupational levels; younger age, normal BMI, employed status and adjuvant therapy with higher sports levels; and female gender, lower educational level and unemployed status with higher household levels. Conclusions One year after rectal cancer treatment, total physical activity levels were still not recovered. Rectal cancer patients, especially those at risk for decreased physical activity levels and with major bowel complaints, should be identified and guided to increase their activities. Trial registration This trial has been registered at Netherlands Trial Register (NTR6383, 23/01/2017).
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Carpelan A, Elamo E, Karvonen J, Varpe P, Elamo S, Vahlberg T, Grönroos J, Huhtinen H. Validation of the low anterior resection syndrome score in finnish patients: preliminary results on quality of life in different lars severity groups. Scand J Surg 2021; 110:414-419. [PMID: 32552563 PMCID: PMC8551436 DOI: 10.1177/1457496920930142] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/20/2019] [Accepted: 05/05/2020] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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BACKGROUND AND AIMS Low anterior resection syndrome is common after anterior resection for rectal cancer. Its severity can be tested with the low anterior resection syndrome score. We have translated the low anterior resection syndrome score to Finnish, and the aim of this study is to validate the translation. MATERIALS AND METHODS The translated Finnish low anterior resection syndrome score and European Organisation for Research and Treatment of Cancer quality-of-life questionnaire-C30 and QLQ-CR29 questionnaires were sent to 159 surviving patients operated with anterior resection for rectal adenocarcinoma between 2007 and 2014 in a tertiary referral center. Psychometric properties of the translation were evaluated in comparison to quality-of-life scales and in different risk factor groups. RESULTS In the study, 104 (65%) patients returned the questionnaires. Of these, 56 (54%) had major low anterior resection syndrome, 26 (25%) had minor low anterior resection syndrome, and 22 (21%) had no low anterior resection syndrome. Patients with major low anterior resection syndrome had a significantly lower quality of life and more defecatory symptoms as assessed with the European Organisation for Research and Treatment of Cancer questionnaires compared with those with no low anterior resection syndrome. Patients operated with total mesorectal excision had significantly higher low anterior resection syndrome scores compared with those operated with partial mesorectal excision (median/interquartile range 32/15 and 29/11, respectively, p = 0.037). The test-retest validity of the translation was good with an intraclass correlation coefficient of 0.77 (95% confidence interval 0.51-0.90). CONCLUSIONS The Finnish low anterior resection syndrome score is a valid test in the assessment of postoperative bowel function and its impact on the quality of life. It can be implemented to use during regular follow-up visits of Finnish-speaking rectal cancer patients.
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- Anu Carpelan
- Department of Digestive Surgery, Turku University Hospital, Kiinamyllynkatu 4-8, Turku, 20520, Finland
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- Department of Digestive Surgery, Turku University Hospital, University of Turku, Turku, Finland
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- Department of Digestive Surgery, Turku University Hospital, University of Turku, Turku, Finland
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- Department of Digestive Surgery, Turku University Hospital, University of Turku, Turku, Finland
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Satakunta Central Hospital, Pori, Finland and University of Turku, Turku, Finland
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- Biostatistics, Department of Clinical Medicine, University of Turku, Turku, Finland
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- Department of Digestive Surgery, Turku University Hospital, University of Turku, Turku, Finland
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- Department of Digestive Surgery, Turku University Hospital, University of Turku, Turku, Finland
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Quezada-Diaz FF, Elfeki H, Emmertsen KJ, Pappou EP, Jimenez-Rodriguez R, Patil S, Laurberg S, Garcia-Aguilar J. Comparative analysis of the Memorial Sloan Kettering Bowel Function Instrument and the Low Anterior Resection Syndrome Questionnaire for assessment of bowel dysfunction in rectal cancer patients after low anterior resection. Colorectal Dis 2021; 23:451-460. [PMID: 33405307 PMCID: PMC8023229 DOI: 10.1111/codi.15515] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/30/2020] [Revised: 12/08/2020] [Accepted: 12/28/2020] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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AIM Neoadjuvant therapy and total mesorectal excision (TME) for rectal cancer are associated with bowel dysfunction symptoms known as low anterior resection syndrome (LARS). Our study compared the only two validated instruments-the LARS Questionnaire (LARS-Q) and the Memorial Sloan Kettering Bowel Function Instrument (MSK-BFI)-in rectal cancer patients undergoing sphincter-preserving TME. METHODS One hundred and ninety patients undergoing sphincter-preserving TME for Stage I-III rectal cancer completed the MSK-BFI and LARS-Q simultaneously at a median time of 12 (range 1-43) months after restoration of bowel continuity. Associations between the MSK-BFI total/subscale scores and the LARS-Q score were investigated using Spearman rank correlation (r s ). Discriminant validity for the two questionnaires was assessed, and the questionnaires were compared with the European Quality of Life Instrument. RESULTS Major LARS was identified in 62% of patients. The median MSK-BFI scores for no LARS, minor LARS and major LARS were 76.5, 70 and 57, respectively. We found a strong association between MSK-BFI and LARS-Q (r s -0.79). The urgency/soilage subscale (r s -0.7) and the frequency subscale (rs -0.68) of MSK-BFI strongly correlated with LARS-Q. Low correlation was observed between the MSK-BFI diet subscale and LARS-Q (r s -0.39). On multivariate analysis, both questionnaires showed worse bowel function in patients with distal tumours. A low to moderate correlation with the European Quality of Life Instrument was observed for both questionnaires. CONCLUSIONS The MSK-BFI and LARS-Q showed good correlation and similar discriminant validity. As the LARS-Q is easier to complete, it may be considered the preferred tool to screen for bowel dysfunction.
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- Department of Surgery, Mansoura University Hospital, Mansoura, Egypt
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- Danish Cancer Society Centre for Research on Survivorship and Late Adverse Effects After Cancer in the Pelvic Organs, Aarhus University Hospital, Aarhus, Denmark
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- Department of Surgery, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, USA
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- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, USA
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- Danish Cancer Society Centre for Research on Survivorship and Late Adverse Effects After Cancer in the Pelvic Organs, Aarhus University Hospital, Aarhus, Denmark
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Theodoropoulos GE, Liapi A, Spyropoulos BG, Kourkouni E, Frountzas M, Zografos G. Temporal Changes of Low Anterior Resection Syndrome Score after Sphincter Preservation: A Prospective Cohort Study on Repetitive Assessment of Rectal Cancer Patients. J INVEST SURG 2021; 35:354-362. [PMID: 33491509 DOI: 10.1080/08941939.2020.1864684] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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Background: There is a relative shortage of studies directly addressing the postoperative rectal cancer patients' evacuatory dysfunction, as estimated by the low anterior resection syndrome (LARS) score at repeated assessment time-points. The aim of the present study was to prospectively evaluate the incidence of LARS at predefined time intervals during the first 3 years after sphincter preserving rectal cancer surgery and to enlighten the effect of identified risk factors.Materials and methods: Seventy-eight patients, who remained alive and recurrence-free 2 years after (ultra-) low anterior resection were prospectively assessed at 6, 12, 18, 24, 30 and 36 months postoperatively, using the LARS score as bowel dysfunction outcome measure. All patients have completed the 2-year follow-up functional assessment, while 56 and 37 of them have been evaluated up to the 30th and the 36th postoperative month, respectively.Results: The proportion of patients with "major and minor" LARS significantly decreased during the first 3 evaluations (up to 18 months) (74% vs 62% vs 35%, p = 0.0001). The tumor distance from the anal verge and the neoadjuvant radiotherapy were identified as risk factors for high LARS score at 6 months (p < 0.03). The tumor distance remained as risk factor throughout the entire follow-up. All patients with high tumors were alleviated from symptoms reflecting "major" or "minor" LARS at 18 months. Most patients (90%) after radiotherapy showed a high LARS score in the first semester, but improved afterwards.Conclusion: Overall, the LARS score improves in the majority of patients after 18 months, with low tumor height and radiation adversely affecting them. Our results may be useful in more accurately define the postoperative "functional course" of rectal cancer patients and in aiding their consultation on expected functional outcome.
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- George E Theodoropoulos
- Colorectal Unit, First Department of Propaedeutic Surgery, Medical School of National, Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece
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- Colorectal Unit, First Department of Propaedeutic Surgery, Medical School of National, Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece
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- Colorectal Unit, First Department of Propaedeutic Surgery, Medical School of National, Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece
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- Center for Clinical Epidemiology and Outcomes Research (CLEO), Athens, Greece
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- Colorectal Unit, First Department of Propaedeutic Surgery, Medical School of National, Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece
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- Colorectal Unit, First Department of Propaedeutic Surgery, Medical School of National, Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece
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Essangri H, Majbar MA, Benkabbou A, Amrani L, Mohsine R, Souadka A. Validation of the Moroccan arabic version of the low anterior resection syndrome score. BMC Gastroenterol 2020; 20:333. [PMID: 33050906 PMCID: PMC7552529 DOI: 10.1186/s12876-020-01463-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/19/2020] [Accepted: 09/22/2020] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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Background Sphincter sparing surgery is oftentimes associated with bowel dysfunction complaints, namely the low anterior resection syndrome (LARS). The LARS questionnaire is widely used to assess this syndrome. The aim of this observational study is to translate this tool into arabic and test its psychometric properties in rectal cancer patients, in order to ease its use in clinical practice and future research. Methods The LARS questionnaire was translated to arabic and administered to a total of 143 patients. A subgroup of 42 patients took the test twice for test-retest reliability. Internal consistency was examined through cronbach’s alpha. The score results were correlated to the EORTC QLQ-C30 questionnaire for convergent validity assessment, while discriminant validity was established through the ability of the LARS score to differentiate patients with different clinical and pathological criteria. Results The Moroccan Arabic version of the LARS score was completed by 143 patients. The internal consistency was demonstrated through a cronbach alpha score of 0.66. The agreement between the test and retest was established by a Bland Altman plot with 95% limits of agreement. 85.6% of patients remained in the same LARS category. The LARS score showed negative correlation with all five of the QLQ-C30 functional scales as well as positive correlation to the diarrhea symptom scale. The questionnaire score differed between patients according to their tumor location, chemoradiotherapy, type of mesorectal excision and anastomosis. Conclusion The Moroccan Arabic version of the LARS score shows good psychometric properties and can be used for bowel dysfunction assessment in clinical and research settings.
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- Hajar Essangri
- Surgical Oncology Department, National Institute of Oncology, Ibn Sina University Hospital, Mohammed Vth University in Rabat, Rabat, Morocco
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- Surgical Oncology Department, National Institute of Oncology, Ibn Sina University Hospital, Mohammed Vth University in Rabat, Rabat, Morocco
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- Surgical Oncology Department, National Institute of Oncology, Ibn Sina University Hospital, Mohammed Vth University in Rabat, Rabat, Morocco
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- Surgical Oncology Department, National Institute of Oncology, Ibn Sina University Hospital, Mohammed Vth University in Rabat, Rabat, Morocco
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- Surgical Oncology Department, National Institute of Oncology, Ibn Sina University Hospital, Mohammed Vth University in Rabat, Rabat, Morocco
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- Surgical Oncology Department, National Institute of Oncology, Ibn Sina University Hospital, Mohammed Vth University in Rabat, Rabat, Morocco.
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Goldwag JL, Wilson LR, Ivatury SJ, Pauli EM, Tsapakos MJ, Wilson MZ. Stoma closure and reinforcement (SCAR): A study protocol for a pilot trial. Contemp Clin Trials Commun 2020; 19:100582. [PMID: 32577580 PMCID: PMC7300121 DOI: 10.1016/j.conctc.2020.100582] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/21/2019] [Revised: 05/21/2020] [Accepted: 06/07/2020] [Indexed: 12/21/2022] Open
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A quality metric for centers performing rectal cancer surgery is a high percentage of sphincter sparing procedures. These procedures often involve temporary bowel diversion to minimize the complications of an anastomotic leak. The most common strategy is a diverting loop ileostomy which is then closed after completion of adjuvant therapy or the patient recovers from surgery. Loop ileostomy is not without complications and the closure is complicated by a one in three chance of incisional hernia development. Strategies to prevent this problem have been designed using a variety of techniques with and without mesh placement. This proposed pilot study will test the safety and efficacy of a novel stoma closure technique involving permanent mesh in the retro rectus position during ileostomy closure. The study will prospectively follow 20 patients undergoing ileostomy closure using this technique and evaluate for safety of the procedure, quality of life, and feasibility for a larger randomized controlled trial. Patients will be followed post procedurally and evaluated for 30-day complications, as well as followed up with routine cancer surveillance computed tomography every 6 months in which the presence of stoma site incisional hernias will be evaluated. The results of this pilot study will inform the design of a multiple center, blinded randomized controlled trial to evaluate the utility of permanent mesh placement to decrease the incidence of prior stoma site incisional hernias.
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- Jenaya L Goldwag
- Department of Surgery, Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, Lebanon, NH, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, Lebanon, NH, USA.,Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth, Hanover, NH, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, Lebanon, NH, USA.,Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth, Hanover, NH, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Hershey, PA, USA
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- Department of Radiology, Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, Lebanon, NH, USA.,Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth, Hanover, NH, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, Lebanon, NH, USA.,Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth, Hanover, NH, USA
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