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Yoshida K, Matsui Y. An Examination of the Association Between Psychosocial Aspects of Fertility Issues and Demographic Characteristics of Unmarried Adolescent and Young Adult Cancer Survivors. J Adolesc Young Adult Oncol 2024; 13:293-299. [PMID: 37902972 DOI: 10.1089/jayao.2023.0097] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/01/2023] Open
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Purpose: The purpose of this study was to examine the association between fertility issues and demographic characteristics of unmarried adolescent and young adult cancer survivors. Methods: We conducted a survey among cancer survivors who were 15-39 years old and unmarried at the time of cancer diagnosis and 20-45 years old at the time of the survey. Views on fertility issues, originally developed based on the results of a qualitative study conducted with the same inclusion criteria, were used to assess thoughts and feelings regarding fertility issues. Results: Through exploratory factor analysis of the 128 respondents who either had children or desired children, two factors related to fertility issues were identified: "anxiety related to the possibility of not being able to have children" and "pressure from others to have children." Multiple regression analysis was performed to examine the association between these factors and demographic characteristics. The analysis revealed that being male and having a partner were significant predictors for both factors for views on fertility issues. Additionally, younger age at the time of diagnosis was a significant predictor for the first factor. Conclusions: Greater fertility issues among unmarried cancer survivors were associated with younger age at diagnosis, having a partner, and being male. Surprisingly, contrary to previous findings, male cancer survivors experienced more significant fertility problems than women. This result may be attributed to the well-established gender roles in Japan, where men are predominantly considered the heirs and inheritors of the family.
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- Kanako Yoshida
- Graduate School of Comprehensive Human Sciences, University of Tsukuba, 1-1-1 Tennodai, Tsukuba, Ibaraki, Japan
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- Institute of Human Sciences, University of Tsukuba, Tokyo, Japan
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Dong Y, Yue Z, Zhuang H, Zhang C, Fang Y, Jiang G. The experiences of reproductive concerns in cancer survivors: A systematic review and meta-synthesis of qualitative studies. Cancer Med 2023; 12:22224-22251. [PMID: 38069669 PMCID: PMC10757101 DOI: 10.1002/cam4.6531] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/13/2023] [Revised: 08/30/2023] [Accepted: 09/02/2023] [Indexed: 12/31/2023] Open
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AIM The aim of this study was to synthesize qualitative research evidence on cancer survivors' experiences with reproductive concerns (RC). METHODS We conducted a systematic search of qualitative studies and utilized the meta-aggregation approach. The database searches were extended up to May 14, 2023, encompassing 12 databases, specifically MEDLINE, CINAHL, PubMed, EMBASE, Scopus, Web of Science (Core Collection), AMED, PsycINFO, The Cochrane Library, CNKI, Wan Fang Data, and VIP. RESULTS Three overarching themes were synthesized from the analysis of 21 studies that explored cancer patients' awareness of reproductive concerns, their perceptions, needs, and coping styles. These themes encapsulate the multifaceted aspects of cancer patients' reproductive concerns: "Gender differences in fertility concerns among cancer patients: Perspectives from men and women"; "The influence of age: Experiences with fertility issues among cancer patients at different life stages"; "The impact of treatment stages on fertility concerns: The evolution of perception and coping strategies in the course of cancer treatment". CONCLUSION Our study presents an in-depth exploration of the reproductive concerns experienced by cancer patients from various perspectives. We found that the internal experiences of reproductive concerns, their perceptions, needs, and coping mechanisms differ based on their roles. This comprehensive understanding of the complex emotions and needs of cancer patients when confronted with fertility issues can guide clinicians in providing more effective medical assistance, psychological counseling, and fertility-related information services.
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- Ying Dong
- LiaoNing Cancer Hospital & Institute, DaLian Medical University School of NursingShenyangChina
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- LiaoNing Cancer Hospital & InstituteShenyangChina
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- Third Department of GynecologyLiaoNing Cancer Hospital & InstituteShenyangChina
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- DaLian Medical University School of NursingDalianChina
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- DaLian Medical University School of NursingDalianChina
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- Clinical Skills Training CenterLiaoNing Cancer Hospital & InstituteShenyangChina
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Li M, Wang D, Huang J, Luan S, Wang Q. Sexual Behaviors and Intimate Relationships of Sexual Partners of Young Patients with Early-Stage Cervical Cancer: A Qualitative Study. Int J Gen Med 2023; 16:5377-5387. [PMID: 38021052 PMCID: PMC10674558 DOI: 10.2147/ijgm.s437150] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/05/2023] [Accepted: 11/09/2023] [Indexed: 12/01/2023] Open
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Purpose This study aimed to explore the sexual behaviors and intimate relationships of sexual partners of young patients with cervical cancer. Patients and Methods This study employed a descriptive phenomenological research design, which falls within the realm of qualitative research methods. Qualitative research typically utilizes interview techniques for gathering participants' experiences, perceptions, and behaviors. This study conduct face-to-face semi-structured interviews with the sexual partners of 15 young cervical cancer patients receiving cancer treatment to collect their experiences and perspectives on intimate relationships and sexual behavior with cervical cancer patients, and use the Colaizzi method for data analysis. Results Four themes were identified through the interview analysis: (1) reduction or absence of sexual behavior, (2) unpleasant sexual experiences, (3) adjustment of intimate relationships, and (4) lack of sexual health education. Conclusion The sexual partners of young cervical cancer patients have experienced significant shifts in their perspectives on sexual behavior and intimate relationships. These changes include reduction or absence of sexual behavior, unpleasant sexual experiences, adjustment of intimate relationships, and lack of sexual health education. Hospitals should pay more attention to the sexual behavior and intimate relationships of patients with cervical cancer and their sexual partners, and social support systems and psychological and emotional counselling services should be established for providing relevant knowledge and guidance.
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- Mingyue Li
- School of Nursing, Binzhou Medical University, Binzhou, 256603, People’s Republic of China
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- Department of Nursing, the Third People’s Hospital of Henan Province, Zhengzhou, 450000, People’s Republic of China
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- Oncology Department, Binzhou Medical University Hospital, Binzhou, 256603, People’s Republic of China
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- Oncology Department, Binzhou Medical University Hospital, Binzhou, 256603, People’s Republic of China
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- School of Nursing, Binzhou Medical University, Binzhou, 256603, People’s Republic of China
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Benedict C, Stal J, Davis A, Zeidman A, Pons D, Schapira L, Diefenbach M, Ford JS. Greater fertility distress and avoidance relate to poorer decision making about family building after cancer among adolescent and young adult female survivors. Psychooncology 2023; 32:1606-1615. [PMID: 37695291 PMCID: PMC10591918 DOI: 10.1002/pon.6212] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/24/2023] [Revised: 07/28/2023] [Accepted: 08/26/2023] [Indexed: 09/12/2023]
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BACKGROUND Many adolescent and young adult female (AYA-F) cancer survivors face decisions about family building using reproductive medicine or adoption to achieve parenthood. This study evaluated associations among reproductive distress, avoidance, and family-building decision making and identified sociodemographic and clinical characteristics related to high distress and avoidance. METHODS A cross-sectional survey assessed AYA-F survivors' oncofertility experiences. Measures included an investigator-designed Unmet Information Needs scale, Reproductive Concerns After Cancer Scale, Impact of Events Scale-Avoidance subscale, Decision Self-Efficacy scale, and Decision Conflict Scale. Two linear regression models evaluated correlates of decision self-efficacy and decisional conflict about family building after cancer. Bivariate analyses evaluated correlates of avoidance using Pearson's correlation, t-test, and ANOVA. RESULTS AYA-Fs (N = 111) averaged 31-years-old (SD = 5.49) and 3 years post-treatment (range: 1-23 years); 90% were nulliparous. Most common diagnoses were leukemia (24%) and breast cancer (22%). Average decisional conflict was 52.12 (SD = 23.87, range: 0-100); 74% of the sample reported DCS scores within the clinically significant range. Higher levels of reproductive distress (B = -0.23, p = 0.04) and avoidance (B = -0.24, p = 0.02) related to lower decision self-efficacy. Younger age (B = -0.18, p = 0.03), greater unmet information needs (B = 0.33, p < 0.001), and higher levels of reproductive distress (B = 0.34, p = 0.001) related to worse decisional conflict. Predictors of distress and avoidance were identified. CONCLUSIONS After cancer treatment, high fertility distress and avoidant coping were associated with poorer quality decision making about family building after cancer. Fertility counseling post-treatment should support self-efficacy and constructive coping skills to counteract high distress, maladaptive coping, and facilitate values-based decision making.
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- Catherine Benedict
- Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Stanford University School of Medicine, Palo Alto, CA
- Stanford Cancer Institute, Stanford, CA
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- Department off Population and Public Health Sciences, Keck School of Medicine of University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA
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- Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Stanford University School of Medicine, Palo Alto, CA
- Department of Clinical Psychology, Palo Alto University, Palo Alto, CA
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- Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Stanford University School of Medicine, Palo Alto, CA
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- University of San Francisco, San Francisco, CA
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- Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, Manhasset, NY
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- Hunter College and The Graduate Center, City University of New York (CUNY), New York, NY
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Lam CS, Ma CT, Li MCH, Wong CL, Loong HHF, Leung AWK, Li CK, Koon HK, Cheung YT. The use of traditional, complementary and integrative medicine in Chinese adolescent and young adult patients with cancer: A multicenter cross-sectional study. Eur J Oncol Nurs 2023; 66:102377. [PMID: 37499405 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejon.2023.102377] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/24/2023] [Revised: 06/02/2023] [Accepted: 06/26/2023] [Indexed: 07/29/2023]
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PURPOSE Adolescent and young adult (AYA) patients with cancer often experience unique physical and psychosocial complications. They may turn to traditional, complementary and integrative medicines (TCIM) to address these concerns. To examine the pattern of TCIM use among AYA patients with cancer and explored their preferences regarding TCIM education. METHODS Between August 2021 and December 2022, 246 patients diagnosed with cancer between 15 and 39 years old were recruited from hospitals in Hong Kong. They completed a structured questionnaire on TCIM use, symptom burden, psychological status and preference on education content. Multivariable logistic regression was used to identify predictors of TCIM use, adjusting for age and sex. RESULTS Overall, 60.2% reported TCIM use, most commonly vitamins (24.0%) and Chinese herbal medicine (22.0%). The most common reasons for using TCIM were to improve general health (70.9%) and manage chronic symptoms (33.1%). Among patients on active treatment, TCIM users tend to report higher anxiety symptoms (aOR = 1.13, 95% CI = 1.02-1.27). TCIM users who were post-treatment were more likely to have chronic comorbidities (aOR = 3.54, 95% CI = 1.29-11.5). AYA patients indicated that they would like TCIM information to address specific needs, particularly fatigue (53.7%) and psychological problems (54.1%). CONCLUSIONS The use of TCIM is common among AYA patients with cancer, especially among patients with high symptom burdens. A tailored education programme should be provided based on patients' preferences and needs. Healthcare professionals including oncologists and oncology nurses should communicate with AYA patients about TCIM use and address their needs by making evidence-based referrals/recommendations based on treatment status and symptom burden.
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- Chun Sing Lam
- School of Pharmacy, Faculty of Medicine, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong
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- School of Pharmacy, Faculty of Medicine, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong
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- School of Pharmacy, Faculty of Medicine, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong
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- The Nethersole School of Nursing, Faculty of Medicine, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong
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- Department of Clinical Oncology, Faculty of Medicine, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong
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- Department of Paediatrics, Faculty of Medicine, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong; Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, The Hong Kong Children's Hospital, Hong Kong
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- Department of Paediatrics, Faculty of Medicine, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong; Department of Paediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, The Hong Kong Children's Hospital, Hong Kong; Hong Kong Hub of Paediatric Excellence, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong
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- School of Chinese Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong
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- School of Pharmacy, Faculty of Medicine, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong.
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Hu L, Xu B, Chau PH, Choi EPH. Reproductive concerns among young adult women with breast cancer: a systematic review protocol. BMJ Open 2023; 13:e071160. [PMID: 37451712 PMCID: PMC10351261 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2022-071160] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/16/2022] [Accepted: 06/29/2023] [Indexed: 07/18/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION Reproductive concerns refer to worries about impaired or lost reproductive ability due to disease or/and treatment. Many young female patients with breast cancer experience reproductive concerns because they still desire to have children at the time of diagnosis. Reproductive concerns can impact patients' treatment decision-making as well as their psychological health and quality of life. Understanding the situation, contributing factors and health-related consequences of reproductive concerns among patients with breast cancer is essential to minimise their impacts. METHODS AND ANALYSIS A systematic review will be conducted. We will search five English databases (PubMed, Embase, CINAHL, Web of Science and APA PsycInfo) and four Chinese databases (Wang Fang database, VIP, CBM and CNKI) for pertinent studies. Other relevant studies will be identified from the reference lists of included studies. Two reviewers will independently perform study selection, data extraction and quality appraisal. Any discrepancies between the two reviewers will be resolved through consultation and discussion with the senior reviewer. A formal narrative synthesis will be performed to summarise the findings of individual studies. This review aims to improve understanding of the level of reproductive concerns, factors associated with reproductive concerns and health-related consequences of reproductive concerns among patients with breast cancer. The findings can contribute to the development of tailored interventions to alleviate reproductive concerns of patients with breast cancer, enhancing their psychological health and quality of life. ETHICS AND DISSEMINATION Ethical approval is not required for this review, as it will be based on published studies. The findings will be disseminated by publishing in a journal. PROSPERO REGISTRATION NUMBER CRD42022375247.
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- Li Hu
- School of Nursing, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
- Breast Surgical Department, The Affiliated Hospital of Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang, China
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- The Nethersole School of Nursing, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
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- School of Nursing, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
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OBJECTIVES To assess reproductive concerns in patients of childbearing age with breast cancer and examine the relationship between self-disclosure, resilience and reproductive concerns. DESIGN Cross-sectional survey. SETTING Five tertiary first-class general hospitals in Sichuan Province, Southwest China. PARTICIPANTS A total of 319 patients with breast cancer of reproductive age who were hospitalised in the breast oncology department participated in this study. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES Primary outcomes were the relationship between resilience, self-disclosure and reproductive concerns, and mediating effect analyses. Secondary outcomes included the status of reproductive concerns. RESULTS The model accounted for 39.1% of the variance in reproductive concerns. Self-disclosure had a direct negative effect on reproductive concerns (β= -0.371, p=0.001). Resilience had a direct negative effect on reproductive concerns (β= -0.349, p=0.001) and a direct positive effect on self-disclosure (β=0.507, p=0.001). Furthermore, self-disclosure partially mediated the relation between resilience and reproductive concerns (β= -0.177; SE=0.041; 95% CI -0.261 to -0.104; p<0.050), with a bootstrap of 10 000 samples. CONCLUSIONS The findings suggest that self-disclosure and resilience may ease reproductive concern. Therefore, self-disclosure education and resilience-oriented interventions should be provided to patients of childbearing age with breast cancer, to reduce reproductive concerns.
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- Hong Zhu
- West China School of Nursing, Sichuan University/Nursing Department, Sichuan University West China Hospital, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- Cancer Day-care Unit, Division of Medical Oncology, Cancer Center, Sichuan University West China Hospital, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- Department of Breast Surgery, Sichuan University West China Hospital, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- West China School of Nursing, Sichuan University West China Hospital, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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