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Hart NH, Nekhlyudov L, Smith TJ, Yee J, Fitch MI, Crawford GB, Koczwara B, Ashbury FD, Lustberg MB, Mollica M, Smith AL, Jefford M, Chino F, Zon R, Agar MR, Chan RJ. Survivorship Care for People Affected by Advanced or Metastatic Cancer: MASCC-ASCO Standards and Practice Recommendations. JCO Oncol Pract 2024:OP2300716. [PMID: 38684036 DOI: 10.1200/op.23.00716] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/06/2023] [Accepted: 03/19/2024] [Indexed: 05/02/2024] Open
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PURPOSE People with advanced or metastatic cancer and their caregivers may have different care goals and face unique challenges compared with those with early-stage disease or those nearing the end of life. These Multinational Association for Supportive Care in Cancer (MASCC)-ASCO standards and practice recommendations seek to establish consistent provision of quality survivorship care for people affected by advanced or metastatic cancer. METHODS A MASCC-ASCO expert panel was formed. Standards and recommendations relevant to the provision of quality survivorship care for people affected by advanced or metastatic cancer were developed through conducting (1) a systematic review of unmet supportive care needs; (2) a scoping review of cancer survivorship, supportive care, and palliative care frameworks and guidelines; and (3) an international modified Delphi consensus process. RESULTS A systematic review involving 81 studies and a scoping review of 17 guidelines and frameworks informed the initial standards and recommendations. Subsequently, 77 experts (including eight people with lived experience) across 33 countries (33% were low- to middle-resource countries) participated in the Delphi study and achieved ≥94.8% agreement for seven standards, (1) Person-Centered Care; (2) Coordinated and Integrated Care; (3) Evidence-Based and Comprehensive Care; (4) Evaluated and Communicated Care; (5) Accessible and Equitable Care; (6) Sustainable and Resourced Care; and (7) Research and Data-Driven Care, and ≥84.2% agreement across 45 practice recommendations. CONCLUSION Standards of survivorship care for people affected by advanced or metastatic cancer are provided. These MASCC-ASCO standards support optimization of health outcomes and care experiences by providing guidance to stakeholders (health care professionals, leaders, and administrators; governments and health ministries; policymakers; advocacy agencies; cancer survivors and caregivers). Practice recommendations may be used to facilitate future research, practice, policy, and advocacy efforts.Additional information is available at www.mascc.org, www.asco.org/standards and www.asco.org/survivorship-guidelines.
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- Nicolas H Hart
- Human Performance Research Centre, INSIGHT Research Institute, Faculty of Health, University of Technology Sydney (UTS), Sydney, NSW, Australia
- Caring Futures Institute, College of Nursing and Health Science, Flinders University, Adelaide, SA, Australia
- Exercise Medicine Research Institute, School of Medical and Health Science, Edith Cowan University, Perth, WA, Australia
- Cancer and Palliative Care Outcomes Centre, School of Nursing, Faculty of Health, Queensland University of Technology (QUT), Brisbane, QLD, Australia
- Institute for Health Research, The University of Notre Dame Australia, Perth, WA, Australia
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- Internal Medicine, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
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- Division of General Internal Medicine and Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center, John Hopkins Medical Institutions, Baltimore, MD
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- Centre for Medical Psychology and Evidence-Based Decision-Making, Faculty of Medicine and Health, University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- School of Graduate Studies, Faculty of Nursing, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Adelaide, Adelaide, SA, Australia
- Northern Adelaide Local Health Network, Adelaide, SA, Australia
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- Flinders Health and Medical Research Institute, College of Medicine and Public Health, Flinders University, Adelaide, SA, Australia
- Flinders Cancer and Innovation Centre, Flinders Medical Centre, Adelaide, SA, Australia
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- VieCure, Clinical and Scientific Division, Greenwood Village, CO
- Department of Oncology, University of Calgary, Calgary, ON, Canada
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- Department of Medicine, School of Medicine, Yale University, New Haven, CT
- Medical Oncology Division, Yale Cancer Centre, New Haven, CT
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- Office of Cancer Survivorship, Division of Cancer Control and Population Sciences, National Cancer Institute, Bethesda, MD
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- The Daffodil Centre and University of Sydney: a joint venture with Cancer Council NSW, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Australian Cancer Survivorship Centre, Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
- Sir Peter MacCallum Department of Oncology, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY
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- Michiana Hematology-Oncology, Mishawaka, IN
- Cincinnati Cancer Advisors, Norwood, OH
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- IMPACCT Research Centre, Faculty of Health, University of Technology Sydney (UTS), Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Caring Futures Institute, College of Nursing and Health Science, Flinders University, Adelaide, SA, Australia
- Cancer and Palliative Care Outcomes Centre, School of Nursing, Faculty of Health, Queensland University of Technology (QUT), Brisbane, QLD, Australia
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Hart NH, Nekhlyudov L, Smith TJ, Yee J, Fitch MI, Crawford GB, Koczwara B, Ashbury FD, Lustberg MB, Mollica M, Smith AL, Jefford M, Chino F, Zon R, Agar MR, Chan RJ. Survivorship care for people affected by advanced or metastatic cancer: MASCC-ASCO standards and practice recommendations. Support Care Cancer 2024; 32:313. [PMID: 38679639 PMCID: PMC11056340 DOI: 10.1007/s00520-024-08465-8] [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] [Accepted: 03/26/2024] [Indexed: 05/01/2024]
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PURPOSE People with advanced or metastatic cancer and their caregivers may have different care goals and face unique challenges compared to those with early-stage disease or those nearing the end-of-life. These MASCC-ASCO standards and practice recommendations seek to establish consistent provision of quality survivorship care for people affected by advanced or metastatic cancer. METHODS An expert panel comprising MASCC and ASCO members was formed. Standards and recommendations relevant to the provision of quality survivorship care for people affected by advanced or metastatic cancer were developed through conducting: (1) a systematic review of unmet supportive care needs; (2) a scoping review of cancer survivorship, supportive care, and palliative care frameworks and guidelines; and (3) an international modified Delphi consensus process. RESULTS A systematic review involving 81 studies and a scoping review of 17 guidelines and frameworks informed the initial standards and recommendations. Subsequently, 77 experts (including 8 people with lived experience) across 33 countries (33% were low-to-middle resource countries) participated in the Delphi study and achieved ≥ 94.8% agreement for seven standards (1. Person-Centred Care; 2. Coordinated and Integrated Care; 3. Evidence-Based and Comprehensive Care; 4. Evaluated and Communicated Care; 5. Accessible and Equitable Care; 6. Sustainable and Resourced Care; 7. Research and Data-Driven Care) and ≥ 84.2% agreement across 45 practice recommendations. CONCLUSION Standards of survivorship care for people affected by advanced or metastatic cancer are provided. These MASCC-ASCO standards will support optimization of health outcomes and care experiences by providing guidance to stakeholders in cancer care (healthcare professionals, leaders, and administrators; governments and health ministries; policymakers; advocacy agencies; cancer survivors and caregivers. Practice recommendations may be used to facilitate future research, practice, policy, and advocacy efforts.
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- Nicolas H Hart
- Human Performance Research Centre, INSIGHT Research Institute, Faculty of Health, University of Technology Sydney (UTS), Sydney, NSW, Australia.
- Caring Futures Institute, College of Nursing and Health Science, Flinders University, Adelaide, SA, Australia.
- Exercise Medicine Research Institute, School of Medical and Health Science, Edith Cowan University, Perth, WA, Australia.
- Cancer and Palliative Care Outcomes Centre, School of Nursing, Faculty of Health, Queensland University of Technology (QUT), Brisbane, QLD, Australia.
- Institute for Health Research, The University of Notre Dame Australia, Perth, WA, Australia.
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- Internal Medicine, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
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- Division of General Internal Medicine and Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center, John Hopkins Medical Institutions, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- Centre for Medical Psychology and Evidence-Based Decision-Making, Faculty of Medicine and Health, University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- School of Graduate Studies, Faculty of Nursing, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Adelaide, Adelaide, SA, Australia
- Northern Adelaide Local Health Network, Adelaide, SA, Australia
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- Flinders Health and Medical Research Institute, College of Medicine and Public Health, Flinders University, Adelaide, SA, Australia
- Flinders Cancer and Innovation Centre, Flinders Medical Centre, Adelaide, SA, Australia
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- VieCure, Clinical and Scientific Division, Greenwood Village, CO, USA
- Department of Oncology, University of Calgary, Calgary, ON, Canada
- Internal Medicine-Medical Oncology, College of Medicine, The Ohio State University, Columbus , OH, USA
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- Department of Medicine, School of Medicine, Yale University, New Haven, CT, USA
- Medical Oncology Division, Yale Cancer Centre, New Haven, CT, USA
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- Office of Cancer Survivorship, Division of Cancer Control and Population Sciences, National Cancer Institute, Bethesda, MD, USA
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- The Daffodil Centre and University of Sydney: a joint venture with Cancer Council NSW, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Australian Cancer Survivorship Centre, Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
- Sir Peter MacCallum Department of Oncology, University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY, USA
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- Michiana Hematology-Oncology, Mishawaka, IN, USA
- Cincinnati Cancer Advisors, Norwood, OH, USA
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- IMPACCT Research Centre, Faculty of Health, University of Technology Sydney (UTS), Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Caring Futures Institute, College of Nursing and Health Science, Flinders University, Adelaide, SA, Australia
- Cancer and Palliative Care Outcomes Centre, School of Nursing, Faculty of Health, Queensland University of Technology (QUT), Brisbane, QLD, Australia
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Yuen EYN, Hale M, Wilson C. The role of social support among caregivers of people with cancer from Chinese and Arabic communities: a qualitative study. Support Care Cancer 2024; 32:310. [PMID: 38668869 PMCID: PMC11052886 DOI: 10.1007/s00520-024-08502-6] [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: 09/06/2023] [Accepted: 04/13/2024] [Indexed: 04/29/2024]
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PURPOSE Cancer caregivers from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) communities have reported significant unmet emotional support needs. This study aimed explore the role of social support to manage emotional wellbeing among cancer caregivers from Arabic and Chinese communities in Australia. METHODS Semi-structured interviews were conducted with Chinese (n = 12) and Arabic (n = 12) speaking cancer caregivers. Participants' mean age was 40.6 years; majority were female (83%) and providing care to a parent (41.67%). RESULTS Using thematic analysis to analyse interview data, five overarching themes emerged describing caregivers' perspectives on social support. Themes were related to the following: (1) receiving emotional support from social networks, (2) barriers to accessing emotional support from social networks, (3) isolation and loss of connection following the cancer diagnosis, (4) faith as a source of support, and (5) utility of support groups and caregiver advocates. Several caregivers relied on social networks for emotional support; however, caregivers identified key cultural and generational barriers to seeking support from their social networks which prevented caregivers from disclosing their emotions and caregiving situation. Caregivers also reported being isolated from their support system. CONCLUSION Empirical testing of culturally appropriate strategies that improve social support seeking among caregivers from CALD communities is recommended.
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- Eva Y N Yuen
- School of Nursing and Midwifery, Faculty of Health, Deakin University, Melbourne, Australia.
- Centre for Quality and Patient Safety, Monash Health, Melbourne, Australia.
- School of Psychology and Public Health, La Trobe University, Bundoora, VIC, Australia.
- Psycho-Oncology Research Unit, Olivia Newton John Centre, Austin Health, Heidelberg, VIC, Australia.
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- School of Psychology and Public Health, La Trobe University, Bundoora, VIC, Australia
- Psycho-Oncology Research Unit, Olivia Newton John Centre, Austin Health, Heidelberg, VIC, Australia
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- School of Psychology and Public Health, La Trobe University, Bundoora, VIC, Australia
- Psycho-Oncology Research Unit, Olivia Newton John Centre, Austin Health, Heidelberg, VIC, Australia
- Centre for Epidemiology and Biostatistics, University of Melbourne, Parkville, VIC, Australia
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Cincidda C, Pizzoli SFM, Oliveri S, Guiddi P, Pravettoni G. Toward a new personalized psycho-social approach for the support of prostate cancer and their caregivers dyads: a pilot study. Front Med (Lausanne) 2024; 11:1356385. [PMID: 38646557 PMCID: PMC11027503 DOI: 10.3389/fmed.2024.1356385] [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: 12/15/2023] [Accepted: 03/11/2024] [Indexed: 04/23/2024] Open
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Introduction Prostate cancer patients (PCP) often struggle with a significant emotional, physical, and social burden during the care-flow pathway. Noteworthy, PCP should not be considered a standalone patient, but someone who is connected with a relevant social environment and that is usually supported by a beloved one, the caregiver. The involvement of the caregivers through the care pathway might bring significant benefits both on the psychological and the treatment and decision-making side. The present pilot study aimed at preliminarily assessing quantitatively the psychological impact of a prostate cancer diagnosis on the degree of agreement of PCPs and their caregivers on medical decisions, coping resources and psychological distress levels. Methods 16 PCP and their caregivers were enrolled in the study and fulfilled a battery of standardized questionnaires. Results Results showed low concordance in decision making styles and preferences in patients and their caregivers and that the dyads showed similar depression symptoms levels. Relevant features of the psychological needs of the analyzed dyads, such as need for information and support, also emerged. Conclusion On the basis of these preliminary results, guidelines for the construction of tailored brief psychological support interventions for PCP dyads are provided.
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- Clizia Cincidda
- Applied Research Division for Cognitive and Psychological Science, IEO European Institute of Oncology IRCCS, Milan, Italy
- Department of Oncology and Hemato-Oncology, University of Milan, Milan, Italy
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- Applied Research Division for Cognitive and Psychological Science, IEO European Institute of Oncology IRCCS, Milan, Italy
- “Aldo Ravelli” Center for Neurotechnology and Brain Therapeutics, Department of Health Science, DISS, University of Milan, Milan, Italy
- Neurological Clinic, ASST-Santi Paolo e Carlo, Milan, Italy
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- Applied Research Division for Cognitive and Psychological Science, IEO European Institute of Oncology IRCCS, Milan, Italy
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- Applied Research Division for Cognitive and Psychological Science, IEO European Institute of Oncology IRCCS, Milan, Italy
- Department of Oncology and Hemato-Oncology, University of Milan, Milan, Italy
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Moore C, Gallagher P, Dunne S. Health literacy, eHealth literacy and their association with burden, distress, and self-efficacy among cancer caregivers. Front Psychol 2024; 15:1283227. [PMID: 38434952 PMCID: PMC10904647 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyg.2024.1283227] [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: 09/05/2023] [Accepted: 02/05/2024] [Indexed: 03/05/2024] Open
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Purpose Health literacy skills are vital for cancer caregivers in helping cancer survivors to navigate their diagnosis, treatment, and recovery but little is known. This study explored health literacy and eHealth literacy among cancer caregivers and the relationship between health literacy/eHealth literacy and potential associated factors. Methods Informal caregivers who had cared for an individual with cancer completed a survey which collected demographic data and measured caregiver health literacy, eHealth literacy, self-efficacy, burden, and distress. Results Seven percent of caregivers had inadequate health literacy. Caregivers scored lowest on health literacy domains related to caregiver social support, information seeking and understanding care recipient preferences. eHealth literacy was associated with self-efficacy and burden while, different health literacy domains were associated with burden ('Understanding care recipient needs and preferences'), self-efficacy ('Cancer-related communication with the care recipient' and 'Understanding care recipients needs and preferences') and distress ('Proactivity and determination to seek information', 'Understanding care recipient needs and preferences', 'Understanding the healthcare system'). Conclusion Findings highlight key areas of need regarding cancer caregiver health literacy which future research can target. Given the observed relationship between aspects of health literacy and burden, distress and self-efficacy future work could be carried out on how to alleviate high levels of burden and distress and how to enhance self-efficacy among cancer caregivers by addressing health literacy skills. Implications for cancer survivors Findings from this study will inform the development of health literacy interventions to support caregivers to build their health literacy skills and enable this group to better support cancer survivors as a result.
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- Chloe Moore
- School of Psychology, Dublin City University, Dublin, Ireland
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Hasegawa T, Okuyama T, Uemura T, Matsuda Y, Otani H, Shimizu J, Horio Y, Watanabe N, Yamaguchi T, Fukuda S, Oguri T, Maeno K, Taniguchi Y, Nosaki K, Fukumitsu K, Akechi T. Elements of End-of-Life Discussions Associated With Patients' Reported Outcomes and Actual End-of-Life Care in Patients With Pretreated Lung Cancer. Oncologist 2024; 29:e282-e289. [PMID: 37669003 PMCID: PMC10836313 DOI: 10.1093/oncolo/oyad245] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/13/2023] [Accepted: 08/03/2023] [Indexed: 09/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND End-of-life discussions for patients with advanced cancer are internationally recommended to ensure consistency of end-of-life care with patients' values. This study examined the elements of end-of-life discussions associated with end-of-life care. MATERIALS AND METHODS We performed a prospective observational study among consecutive patients with pretreated non-small cell lung cancer after the failure of first-line chemotherapy. We asked oncologists whether they had ever discussed "prognosis," "do not attempt resuscitation," "hospice," and "preferred place of death" with a patient at baseline. The quality of life (QOL) and depressive symptoms of patients were assessed using validated questionnaires at baseline and 3 months later. The end-of-life care that patients received was investigated using medical records. Oncologists' compassion and caregivers' preferences for hospice care were also assessed using questionnaires. Multiple regression analyses were conducted to examine the association between elements of end-of-life discussions and patient-reported outcomes as well as actual end-of-life care. RESULTS We obtained 200 valid responses at baseline, 147 valid responses 3 months later, and 145 data points for medical care at the end-of-life stage. No element of the end-of-life discussion between the patient and their oncologist was significantly associated with patients' reported outcomes or actual end-of-life care. In addition, oncologists' compassion was significantly associated with improvement in both comprehensive QOL and depressive symptoms, and caregivers' preferences for hospice care and high educational level were significantly associated with hospice death. CONCLUSION Oncologist-patient alliances and caregivers' involvement in end-of-life discussions may be influential in achieving optimal end-of-life care.
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- Takaaki Hasegawa
- Center for Psycho-oncology and Palliative Care, Nagoya City University Hospital, Nagoya, Aichi, Japan
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- Center for Psycho-oncology and Palliative Care, Nagoya City University Hospital, Nagoya, Aichi, Japan
- Department of Psychiatry and Cognitive-Behavioral Medicine, Nagoya City University Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Nagoya, Aichi, Japan
- Department of Psychiatry/Palliative Care Center, Nagoya City University West Medical Center, Nagoya, Aichi, Japan
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, Allergy and Clinical Immunology, Nagoya City University Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Nagoya, Aichi, Japan
- Department of Thoracic Oncology, Aichi Cancer Center Hospital, Nagoya, Aichi, Japan
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- Department of Psychosomatic Internal Medicine, National Hospital Organization, Kinki-Chuo Chest Medical Center, Sakai, Osaka, Japan
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- Department of Palliative Care Team, Palliative and Supportive Care, National Hospital Organization Kyushu Cancer Center, Fukuoka, Fukuoka, Japan
- Department of Palliative Care Team, Palliative and Supportive Care, St. Mary’s Hospital, Kurume, Fukuoka, Japan
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- Department of Thoracic Oncology, Aichi Cancer Center Hospital, Nagoya, Aichi, Japan
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- Department of Thoracic Oncology, Aichi Cancer Center Hospital, Nagoya, Aichi, Japan
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- Department of Thoracic Oncology, Aichi Cancer Center Hospital, Nagoya, Aichi, Japan
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- Department of Thoracic Oncology, Aichi Cancer Center Hospital, Nagoya, Aichi, Japan
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, Allergy and Clinical Immunology, Nagoya City University Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Nagoya, Aichi, Japan
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, Allergy and Clinical Immunology, Nagoya City University Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Nagoya, Aichi, Japan
- Department of Education and Research Center for Community Medicine, Nagoya City University Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Nagoya, Aichi, Japan
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, Allergy and Clinical Immunology, Nagoya City University Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Nagoya, Aichi, Japan
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- Department of Internal Medicine, National Hospital Organization, Kinki-Chuo Chest Medical Center, Sakai, Osaka, Japan
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- Department of Thoracic Oncology, National Hospital Organization Kyushu Cancer Center, Fukuoka, Fukuoka, Japan
- Department of Thoracic Oncology, National Cancer Center Hospital East, Kashiwa, Chiba, Japan
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- Department of Respiratory Medicine, Allergy and Clinical Immunology, Nagoya City University Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Nagoya, Aichi, Japan
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- Center for Psycho-oncology and Palliative Care, Nagoya City University Hospital, Nagoya, Aichi, Japan
- Department of Psychiatry and Cognitive-Behavioral Medicine, Nagoya City University Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Nagoya, Aichi, Japan
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Kawasaki Y, Hirai K, Nii M, Kizawa Y, Uchinuno A. Factors Involved in Shared Decision-making Regarding Treatment Selection by Patients With Cancer. CANCER DIAGNOSIS & PROGNOSIS 2024; 4:57-65. [PMID: 38173669 PMCID: PMC10758844 DOI: 10.21873/cdp.10286] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/27/2023] [Accepted: 11/30/2023] [Indexed: 01/05/2024]
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Background/Aim Patients diagnosed with cancer are expected to choose one or more treatment modalities after receiving corresponding explanations of the options. When making these choices, patients consider the effects of treatment and aspects related to their quality of life. These concerns can cause confusion and conflict owing to the complicated information provided by medical caregivers. The objective of the study was to identify perceptions of cancer treatment in patients with cancer and the decision-making factors affecting their treatment choices. Patients and Methods In this observational (cross-sectional) study, an online questionnaire survey was administered to 194 Japanese cancer patients with treatment experience. Patient information, perceptions of explanations provided by healthcare professionals, treatment views, and reasons for treatment decisions were subjected to a simple tabulation. Content and factor analysis was conducted to determine important treatment selection elements. Results Regarding treatment perception, 60.3% of respondents (n=117) considered treatment a financial and family burden, 47.4% (n=92) had concerns about physical pain, and 40.2% (n=78) were worried about increased stress. Regarding decision-making quality, 95.9% determined their preferred treatment within one week, 49.0% reported difficulties in making their decisions, and 83.0% chose their treatment themselves. Major decisive factors were prolonging life, opinions of medical staff, and accepting treatment risks (68.0%, 68.6%, and 60.3% of patients, respectively). The main attitudes toward treatment were anxiety, expectations of benefit, and expectations of support and care. Conclusion SDM should enable patients to visualize the changes that their bodies will experience and include discussions on prognosis. Psychological care should be prioritized to alleviate anxiety and improve readiness for decision-making; attention should be paid to the extent and timing of information provision.
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- Yuko Kawasaki
- College of Nursing Art and Science, University of Hyogo, Akashi, Japan
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- Osaka University Graduate School of Human Sciences, Suita, Japan
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- Department of Electronics and Computer Science, University of Hyogo, Himeji, Japan
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- Department of Palliative and Supportive Care, Institute of Medicine, University of Tsukuba, Tsukuba, Japan
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- Faculty of Nursing, Tsuruga Nursing University, Tsuruga, Japan
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Rostami M, Abbasi M, Soleimani M, Moghaddam ZK, Zeraatchi A. Quality of life among family caregivers of cancer patients: an investigation of SF-36 domains. BMC Psychol 2023; 11:445. [PMID: 38115073 PMCID: PMC10729463 DOI: 10.1186/s40359-023-01399-6] [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: 02/09/2023] [Accepted: 10/16/2023] [Indexed: 12/21/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND With improving survival rates, cancer has become more of a chronic disease with long-term palliative care requirements. Thus, it is even more than ever necessary to pay careful attention to the well-being of family caregivers of cancer patients, as cancer trajectory is a challenging path for both patients and their caregivers. This study focusses on ascertaining the level of quality of life (QoL) domains and their attributable significant factors among a population of cancer family caregivers. METHODS This was a cross-sectional study. The study population consist of caregivers of adult cancer patients in Zanjan, Iran between 2019 and 2020. Medical Outcomes General Health Survey Short Form 36 (SF-36) was the instrument to measure outcome variables. Clinical and basic characteristics of the caregivers and their patients were also collected using a questionnaire designed for this purpose. Data were analyzed using Independent samples t-test, Analysis of Variance, and stepwise linear regression in SPSS v.26. RESULTS Of the caregivers 167 were male and 133 were female. The mean age of the participants was 40.77 ± 12.56, most of whom were offspring of the patients (148, 49.3%), married (239, 79.7%), and self-employed (81, 27.0%). both domains of bodily pain (76.50 ± 16.67) and physical functioning (74.88 ± 20.27) showed the highest scores among caregivers. Age and gender of caregivers, duration of caregiving, Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) performance status scale as well as type and stage of cancer, and type of treatment were among the significant predictors of QoL domains (All, p < 0.001). CONCLUSION Findings of the present study substantiated various significant predictors for QoL along with low levels of QoL domains among the caregivers of cancer patients. Securing such findings proves the magnitude of probable unmet needs and psychological challenges in this population and provides the health policy makers with some valuable clues to draw effective strategies to address such issues.
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- Mina Rostami
- Social Determinants of Health Research Center, Zanjan University of Medical Sciences, Zanjan, Iran
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- Psychology Center, Ayatollah Mousavi Hospital, Zanjan University of Medical Sciences, Zanjan, Iran
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- Master of Clinical Psychology, Department of Clinical Psychology, Islamic Azad University Science and Research Unit, Tehran, Iran
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, School of Medicine, Vali-e-Asr Hospital, Zanjan University of Medical Sciences, Zanjan, Iran.
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, School of Medicine, Ayatollah Mousavi Hospital, Vali-e-Asr Hospital, Zanjan University of Medical Sciences, Zanjan, Iran
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Lee CC, Yang HW, Liu CJ, Lee F, Ko WC, Chang YC, Yang PS. Unraveling the connections between gut microbiota, stress, and quality of life for holistic care in newly diagnosed breast cancer patients. Sci Rep 2023; 13:17916. [PMID: 37864098 PMCID: PMC10589294 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-023-45123-1] [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: 04/01/2023] [Accepted: 10/16/2023] [Indexed: 10/22/2023] Open
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There is little research about the stress, quality of life (QOL) and gut microbiota in newly diagnosed breast cancer patients. In this study addressing the dearth of research on stress, quality of life (QOL), and gut microbiota in newly diagnosed breast cancer patients, 82 individuals were prospectively observed. Utilizing the Functional Assessment of Chronic Illness Therapy (FACT)-Breast questionnaire to assess health-related quality of life (HRQOL) and the Distress Thermometer (DT) to gauge distress levels, the findings revealed a mean FACT-B score of 104.5, underscoring HRQOL's varied impact. Significantly, 53.7% reported moderate to severe distress, with a mean DT score of 4.43. Further exploration uncovered compelling links between distress levels, FACT-B domains, and microbial composition. Notably, Alcaligenaceae and Sutterella were more abundant in individuals with higher DT scores at the family and genus levels (p = 0.017), while Streptococcaceae at the family level and Streptococcus at the genus level were prevalent in those with lower DT scores (p = 0.028 and p = 0.023, respectively). This study illuminates the intricate interplay of stress, QOL, and gut microbiota in newly diagnosed breast cancer patients, offering valuable insights for potential interventions of biomarker or probiotics aimed at alleviating stress and enhancing QOL in this patient cohort.
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- Chi-Chan Lee
- Department of General Surgery, MacKay Memorial Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Division of Molecular Medicine, Department of Medical Research, MacKay Memorial Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Nursing, MacKay Memorial Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan
- Department of Nursing, MacKay Medical College, New Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of General Surgery, MacKay Memorial Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of General Surgery, MacKay Memorial Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of General Surgery, MacKay Memorial Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of General Surgery, MacKay Memorial Hospital, Taipei, Taiwan.
- Department of Medicine, MacKay Medical College, New Taipei, Taiwan.
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Mumuni S, O’Donnell C, Doody O. The Risk Factors and Screening Uptake for Prostate Cancer: A Scoping Review. Healthcare (Basel) 2023; 11:2780. [PMID: 37893854 PMCID: PMC10606491 DOI: 10.3390/healthcare11202780] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/11/2023] [Revised: 10/11/2023] [Accepted: 10/17/2023] [Indexed: 10/29/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVES The purpose of this scoping review was to identify the risk factors and screening uptake for prostate cancer. DESIGN Scoping review. METHODS Arksey and O'Malley's framework guided this review; five databases (Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature (CINAHL), MEDLINE, PsycINFO, Academic Search Complete and Cochrane Library) and grey literature were searched. Screening was undertaken against predetermined inclusion criteria for articles published before July 2023 and written in English. This review is reported in line with PRISMA-Sc. RESULTS 10,899 database results were identified; 3676 papers were removed as duplicates and 7115 papers were excluded at title and abstract review. A total of 108 papers were full-text reviewed and 67 were included in the review. Grey literature searching yielded no results. Age, family history/genetics, hormones, race/ethnicity, exposure to hazards, geographical location and diet were identified as risk factors. Prostatic antigen test (PSA), digital rectal examination (DRE), transrectal ultrasound (TRUS), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), magnetic resonance spectroscopic imaging (MRSI) and prostate biopsy were identified as screening/diagnostic methods. The evidence reviewed highlights moderate knowledge and screening uptake of prostate cancer with less than half of men reporting for PSA screening. On the other hand, there is a year-to-year increase in PSA and DRE screening, but factors such as poverty, religion, culture, communication barriers, language and costs affect men's uptake of prostate cancer screening. CONCLUSION As prostate cancer rates increase globally, there is a need for greater uptake of prostate cancer screening and improved health literacy among men and health workers. There is a need to develop a comprehensive prostate cancer awareness and screening programme that targets men and addresses uptake issues so as to provide safe, quality care. STRENGTHS AND LIMITATIONS OF THIS STUDY (1) A broad search strategy was utilised incorporating both databases and grey literature. (2) The PRISMA reporting guidelines were utilised. (3) Only English language papers were included, and this may have resulted in relevant articles being omitted.
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- Seidu Mumuni
- Department of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Limerick, V94 T9PX Limerick, Ireland; (S.M.); (C.O.)
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- Department of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Limerick, V94 T9PX Limerick, Ireland; (S.M.); (C.O.)
- Health Research Institute, Department of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Limerick, V94 T9PX Limerick, Ireland
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- Health Research Institute, Department of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Limerick, V94 T9PX Limerick, Ireland
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Chen X, Wang Z, Zhou J, Lin C, Luo H, Zhao J, Loke AY, Li Q. The impact of self-perceived burden, caregiver burden, and dyadic coping on negative emotions in colorectal cancer patient-spousal caregiver dyads: a dyadic analysis. Front Psychol 2023; 14:1238924. [PMID: 37818420 PMCID: PMC10561240 DOI: 10.3389/fpsyg.2023.1238924] [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: 06/13/2023] [Accepted: 09/04/2023] [Indexed: 10/12/2023] Open
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Objective To explore the correlation between dyadic coping, self-perceived burden, caregiver burden, and anxiety/depression in colorectal cancer patient-spousal caregiver dyads. Methods This study surveyed 200 colorectal cancer patient-spousal caregiver dyads from August 2022 to December 2022. It evaluated self-perceived burden (only for patients), caregiver burden (only for spousal caregivers), dyadic coping, anxiety, and depression. It analyzed data through Pearson's correlation and the actor-partner interdependence mediation model. Results Self-perceived burden and caregiver burden were significantly associated with the anxiety/depression of both individuals in colorectal cancer patient-spousal caregiver dyads; patients' dyadic coping was associated with self-perceived burden and caregiver burden; caregivers' dyadic coping was only associated with patients' dyadic coping and depression. There was an actor-partner mediating effect of self-perceived burden between dyadic coping and anxiety/depression, but there was only a partner-mediating effect of caregiver burden between dyadic coping and anxiety/depression. Conclusion This study confirmed the interrelationship between self-perceived burden, caregiver burden, dyadic coping, anxiety, and depression. Self-perceived burden and caregiver burden mediated the relationship between dyadic coping and anxiety/depression in colorectal cancer patient-spousal caregiver dyads. This suggests dynamic interventions for self-perceived burden and caregiver burden can be implemented to improve anxiety/depression in both partners based on maintaining healthy dyadic coping between colorectal cancer patient-spousal caregiver dyads.
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- Xuan Chen
- Wuxi School of Medicine, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, Jiangsu Province, China
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- Wuxi School of Medicine, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, Jiangsu Province, China
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- Wuxi School of Medicine, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, Jiangsu Province, China
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- Affiliated Hospital of Jiangnan University, Wuxi, China
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- Affiliated Hospital of Jiangnan University, Wuxi, China
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- Affiliated Hospital of Jiangnan University, Wuxi, China
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- School of Nursing, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hung Hom, Kowloon, Hong Kong SAR, China
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- Wuxi School of Medicine, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, Jiangsu Province, China
- Affiliated Hospital of Jiangnan University, Wuxi, China
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Bos-van den Hoek DW, Smets EMA, Ali R, Baas-Thijssen MCM, Bomhof-Roordink H, Helsper CW, Stacey D, Tange D, van Laarhoven HWM, Henselmans I. A blended learning for general practitioners and nurses on skills to support shared decision-making with patients about palliative cancer treatment: A one-group pre-posttest study. PATIENT EDUCATION AND COUNSELING 2023; 112:107712. [PMID: 37004502 DOI: 10.1016/j.pec.2023.107712] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/29/2022] [Revised: 03/14/2023] [Accepted: 03/17/2023] [Indexed: 05/09/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To evaluate a newly developed blended learning programme for general practitioners (GPs) and nurses in supporting shared decision making (SDM) about palliative cancer treatment in a simulated setting. METHODS In a pre-posttest study, healthcare professionals (HCPs) participated in the blended learning (i.e. e-learning and (online) training session). HCPs filled out surveys (T0 (baseline), T1 (after e-learning) and T2 (after full blended learning)) and engaged in simulated consultations at T0 and T2. The primary outcome was observed SDM support (Triple-S; DSAT-10 for validation). Secondary outcomes included satisfaction, knowledge about and attitude towards SDM support. Repeated measures General Linear Models were conducted. RESULTS 33 HCPs (17 GPs and 16 nurses) participated. SDM support significantly improved after training (Triple-S; medium effect). Observers' overall rating of SDM support (medium effect) as well as HCPs' knowledge (large effect) and beliefs about their capabilities (medium effect) improved after training. There was no difference in decision support skills (DSAT-10), HCPs' other clinical behavioural intentions and satisfaction. HCPs evaluated the training positively. CONCLUSION Blended learning for HCPs on supporting SDM in palliative cancer care improved their skills, knowledge and confidence in simulated consultations. PRACTICE IMPLICATIONS These first findings are promising for evaluating interprofessional SDM in clinical practice.
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- Danique W Bos-van den Hoek
- Amsterdam UMC location University of Amsterdam, department of Medical Psychology, Meibergdreef 9, Amsterdam, the Netherlands; Amsterdam Public Health research institute, Quality of Care program, Amsterdam, the Netherlands; Cancer Center Amsterdam, Cancer Treatment and Quality of Life, Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
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- Amsterdam UMC location University of Amsterdam, department of Medical Psychology, Meibergdreef 9, Amsterdam, the Netherlands; Amsterdam Public Health research institute, Quality of Care program, Amsterdam, the Netherlands; Cancer Center Amsterdam, Cancer Treatment and Quality of Life, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- Amsterdam UMC location University of Amsterdam, department of Medical Psychology, Meibergdreef 9, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- Amsterdam UMC location Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Department of Public and Occupational Health, Boelelaan 1117, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- Julius Center, University Medical Center Utrecht, Utrecht University, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- School of Nursing, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Canada; Centre for Implementation Research, Ottawa Hospital Research Institute, Ottawa, Canada
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- Dutch Federation of Cancer Patient Organizations (NFK), Godebaldkwartier 365, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- Cancer Center Amsterdam, Cancer Treatment and Quality of Life, Amsterdam, the Netherlands; Amsterdam UMC Location University of Amsterdam, Department of Medical Oncology, Meibergdreef 9, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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- Amsterdam UMC location University of Amsterdam, department of Medical Psychology, Meibergdreef 9, Amsterdam, the Netherlands; Amsterdam Public Health research institute, Quality of Care program, Amsterdam, the Netherlands; Cancer Center Amsterdam, Cancer Treatment and Quality of Life, Amsterdam, the Netherlands; Amsterdam UMC Location University of Amsterdam, department of General Practice, Meibergdreef 9, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
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Klankaew S, Temthup S, Nilmanat K, Fitch MI. The Effect of a Nurse-Led Family Involvement Program on Anxiety and Depression in Patients with Advanced-Stage Hepatocellular Carcinoma. Healthcare (Basel) 2023; 11:healthcare11040460. [PMID: 36832996 PMCID: PMC9956382 DOI: 10.3390/healthcare11040460] [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: 12/24/2022] [Revised: 02/02/2023] [Accepted: 02/03/2023] [Indexed: 02/08/2023] Open
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Psychological distress is commonly reported in patients with advanced cancer. Family is considered a psychological supporter for patients during their cancer journey. This study aimed to examine the effect of a nurse-led family involvement program on anxiety and depression in patients with advanced hepatocellular cancer. This is a quasi-experimental study with a two-group, pre-post-test design. Forty-eight participants were recruited at a male medical ward in a university hospital in Southern Thailand, and assigned to either the experimental or the control group. The experimental group received the nurse-led family involvement program, while the control group received only conventional care. Instruments included a demographic data form, clinical data form, and the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale. Data analyses were performed using descriptive statistics, chi-square, Fisher's exact test, and t-test. The results revealed that the mean scores of anxiety and depression in the experimental group at post-test were significantly lower than on the pretest and significantly lower than those of the control group. The results indicate that a nurse-led family involvement program has a short-term effect on the reduction of anxiety and depression in male patients with advanced HCC. The program can be useful for nurses to encourage family caregivers to engage in patient care during hospitalization.
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- Sukhuma Klankaew
- Songklanagarind Hospital, Faculty of Medicine, Prince of Songkla University, Songkhla 90110, Thailand
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- Songklanagarind Hospital, Faculty of Medicine, Prince of Songkla University, Songkhla 90110, Thailand
- Correspondence:
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- Faculty of Nursing, Prince of Songkla University, Songkhla 90110, Thailand
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- Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON M4C 4V9, Canada
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