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https://read.qxmd.com/read/36952136/under-recognition-and-treatment-of-lymphedema-in-head-and-neck-cancer-survivors-a-database-study
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Michael D Stubblefield, Derek Weycker
PURPOSE: Head and neck cancer (HNC) will be diagnosed in approximately 54,000 Americans in 2022 with more than 11,000 dying as a result. The treatment of HNC often involves aggressive multimodal therapy including surgery, radiotherapy, and systemic therapy. HNC and its treatments are associated with multiple painful and function-limiting neuromusculoskeletal and visceral long-term and late effects. Among these is head and neck lymphedema (HNL), the abnormal accumulation of protein rich fluid, in as many as 90% of survivors...
March 23, 2023: Supportive Care in Cancer
https://read.qxmd.com/read/36952036/photobiomodulation-therapy-for-the-prevention-of-acute-radiation-dermatitis-a-systematic-review-and-meta-analysis
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REVIEW
Margherita Gobbo, Victoria Rico, Gustavo Nader Marta, Saverio Caini, Julie Ryan Wolf, Corina van den Hurk, Mara Beveridge, Henry Lam, Pierluigi Bonomo, Edward Chow, Tara Behroozian
PURPOSE: Approximately 95% of patients undergoing radiotherapy (RT) experience radiation dermatitis (RD). Evidence has suggested that photobiomodulation therapy (PBMT) can stimulate skin renewal and minimize RD. The aim of the present paper was to investigate the efficacy of PBMT in RD prevention through a comprehensive literature review. METHODS: A literature search of Ovid MEDLINE, Embase, and Cochrane databases was conducted from 1980 to March 2021 to identify RCT on the use of PBMT for RD prevention...
March 23, 2023: Supportive Care in Cancer
https://read.qxmd.com/read/36952029/chronic-pain-in-children-and-adolescents-diagnosed-with-cancer-the-challenge-of-mitigating-the-pain-and-the-potential-of-integrating-exercise-into-pain-management
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Maxime Caru, Nicole M Alberts, Michelle C Freeman, Smita C Dandekar, Pooja Rao, Daniel J McKeone, Valerie I Brown, Lisa M McGregor, Kathryn H Schmitz
BACKGROUND: Pain is one of the most common and distressing symptoms experienced by children and adolescents diagnosed with cancer. It is vital that children and adolescents receive adequate pain management early on in their cancer treatments to mitigate pain and cancer-related symptoms. Exercise training shows particular promise in the management of acute and chronic pain among children and adolescents diagnosed with cancer. METHODS: This position paper comes to outline the challenge of mitigating pain in children and adolescents diagnosed with cancer, and the potential benefits of integrating exercise training to the management of chronic pain in this population in need...
March 23, 2023: Supportive Care in Cancer
https://read.qxmd.com/read/36947341/conscientious-use-of-patient-reported-outcome-measures-in-supportive-care
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Derek K Smith
PURPOSE: Patient-reported outcome measures (PRO) are critical tools to developing an understanding of cancer patients' experience. This paper presents some of the lesser-understood implications of using patient-reported outcome measures in clinical research. METHODS: This study uses a combination of literature sources, real-world examples from supportive care studies, and statistical simulations to demonstrate the operating characteristics of patient-reported measures...
March 22, 2023: Supportive Care in Cancer
https://read.qxmd.com/read/36947207/prostate-cancer-peer-navigation-an-observational-study-on-navigators-well-being-benefit-finding-and-program-satisfaction
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Andrea Vodermaier, Arminée Kazanjian, Shimae Soheilipour, Parminder Flora, Andrew Matthew, Jacqueline L Bender
PURPOSE: The study investigated peer and caregiver navigators' motivations for providing support, i.e., benefit finding, their mental and physical health, and program satisfaction. METHODS: A web-based peer navigation program was conducted for prostate cancer patients and caregivers over a 6-month time period. In a one-arm observational study, peer and caregiver navigators were asked to complete standardized mental health (Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale, Cancer Worry Scale), quality of life (EQ-5D-5L, EQ-VAS), and social support (ENRICHD Social Support Instrument) scales pre- and post-intervention and questionnaires addressing motivations, benefits, and program satisfaction post-intervention...
March 22, 2023: Supportive Care in Cancer
https://read.qxmd.com/read/36941508/characterization-of-a-multidisciplinary-team-s-role-in-hospital-discharge-for-patients-receiving-hypomethylating-agents-with-venetoclax-as-induction-therapy-for-acute-myeloid-leukemia
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Vera Pervitsky, Julie Guglielmo, Benjamin Moskoff, Roxie Kneen, Carol Leija, Deborah Sawicky, Margaret Li Krackeler, Brian A Jonas, Ryan Beechinor
PURPOSE: Venetoclax combined with a hypomethylating agent (HMA) has become the standard of care for elderly/unfit patients with newly diagnosed acute myeloid leukemia (AML). This study is aimed at characterizing the impact of an interdisciplinary team on the length of stay (LOS) of patients with newly diagnosed AML receiving venetoclax with an HMA. METHODS: This retrospective observational study included patients with AML who received HMA with venetoclax as an initial treatment between December 2015 and July 2021...
March 21, 2023: Supportive Care in Cancer
https://read.qxmd.com/read/36939936/identification-of-potential-molecular-mechanisms-and-candidate-drugs-for-radiotherapy-and-chemotherapy-induced-mucositis
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Siyuan Hao, Yixin Jin, Yue Yu, Jiantao Wang, Jing Zou, Yan Wang
BACKGROUND: Radiotherapy-induced oral mucositis (RIOM) and chemotherapy-induced oral mucositis (CIOM) are common complications in cancer patients, leading to negative clinical manifestations, reduced quality of life, and unsatisfactory treatment outcomes. OBJECTIVE: The present study aimed to identify potential molecular mechanisms and candidate drugs by data mining. METHODS: We obtained a preliminary list of genes associated with RIOM and CIOM...
March 20, 2023: Supportive Care in Cancer
https://read.qxmd.com/read/36939924/physical-activity-obesity-and-quality-of-life-among-rural-australian-cancer-survivors-a-cross-sectional-study
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Michael J Leach, Georgina Barber, Stephanie Monacella, Philip Jamieson, Thi Trinh, Ngan Vo, Ulla Schmidt, Anny Byrne, Eli Ristevski
PURPOSE: We aimed to describe physical activity (PA), obesity, and quality of life (QoL) among rural Australian cancer survivors, assess whether total and item-specific QoL are associated with sufficient PA and obesity, and assess whether PA and obesity interact with respect to QoL. METHODS: In a cross-sectional study, convenience sampling was used to recruit adult cancer survivors via a chemotherapy day unit and allied health professionals at a rural hospital in Baw Baw Shire, Australia...
March 20, 2023: Supportive Care in Cancer
https://read.qxmd.com/read/36930353/quality-of-life-changes-over-time-and-predictors-in-a-large-head-and-neck-patients-cohort-secondary-analysis-from-an-italian-multi-center-longitudinal-prospective-observational-study-a-study-of-the-italian-association-of-radiotherapy-and-clinical-oncology-airo
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Anna Viganò, Francesca De Felice, Nicola Alessandro Iacovelli, Daniela Alterio, Rossana Ingargiola, Alessia Casbarra, Nadia Facchinetti, Olga Oneta, Almalina Bacigalupo, Elena Tornari, Stefano Ursino, Fabiola Paiar, Orietta Caspiani, Alessia Di Rito, Daniela Musio, Paolo Bossi, Patrizia Steca, Barbara Alicja Jereczek-Fossa, Letizia Caso, Nicola Palena, Andrea Greco, Ester Orlandi
PURPOSE: The present study examined the longitudinal trajectories, through hierarchical modeling, of quality of life among patients with head and neck cancer, specifically symptoms burden, during radiotherapy, and in the follow-up period (1, 3, 6, and 12 months after completion of radiotherapy), through the M.D. Anderson Symptom Inventory Head and Neck questionnaire, formed by three factors. Furthermore, analyses were conducted controlling for socio-demographic as well as clinical characteristics...
March 17, 2023: Supportive Care in Cancer
https://read.qxmd.com/read/36930339/prophylactic-gabapentin-during-head-and-neck-cancer-therapy-a-systematic-review-and-meta-analysis
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REVIEW
Loren E Smith, Barbara A Murphy, Derek K Smith
PURPOSE: This review was designed to compile the currently available evidence on the prophylactic use of gabapentin in the head and neck cancer patient population. METHODS: A systematic search was conducted of PubMed, Web of Science, and Google Scholar to identify articles related to the use of prophylactic gabapentin in patients undergoing head and neck cancer therapy. Candidate studies were screened for inclusion and a subsequent bias assessment was conducted by multiple reviewers...
March 17, 2023: Supportive Care in Cancer
https://read.qxmd.com/read/36929295/traditional-and-new-lifestyle-interventions-to-prevent-breast-cancer-recurrence-tanica-a-qualitative-study
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REVIEW
Tanisha F Aflague, Monica K Esquivel, Kristi Hammond, Bernice Delos Reyes, Joseph Keawe'aimoku Kaholokula
PURPOSE: Breast cancer is the second cause of death from cancer in Guam and Hawai'i and disproportionately impacts Native Hawaiian, CHamoru, and Filipino women. Although a few culturally informed interventions addressing breast cancer survivorship exist, none have been developed or tested for Native Hawaiian, CHamoru, and Filipino women. To address this, the TANICA study began with key informant interviews in 2021. METHODS: Purposive sampling and grounded theory approaches were used to conduct semi-structured interviews with individuals experienced in providing healthcare or implementing community programs and/or research with ethnic groups of interest in Guam and Hawai'i...
March 17, 2023: Supportive Care in Cancer
https://read.qxmd.com/read/36929087/barrier-films-and-dressings-for-the-prevention-of-acute-radiation-dermatitis-a-systematic-review-and-meta-analysis
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REVIEW
Jolien Robijns, Michele Aquilano, Suvam Banerjee, Saverio Caini, Julie Ryan Wolf, Corina van den Hurk, Mara Beveridge, Henry Lam, Pierluigi Bonomo, Edward Chow, Tara Behroozian
PURPOSE: This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to evaluate the efficacy of barrier films and dressings in preventing acute radiation dermatitis (RD). METHODS: OVID Medline, Embase, and Cochrane databases were searched from 1946 to September 2020 to identify randomized controlled trials on the use of barrier films or dressings to prevent RD. For comparable outcomes between studies, pooled effect sizes and 95% confidence intervals (CI) were calculated using the random effects analysis in RevMan 5...
March 17, 2023: Supportive Care in Cancer
https://read.qxmd.com/read/36928164/topical-non-steroidal-agents-for-the-prevention-of-radiation-dermatitis-a-systematic-review-and-meta-analysis
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REVIEW
Sakeena Fatima, Satoshi Hirakawa, Gustavo Nader Marta, Saverio Caini, Mara Beveridge, Pierluigi Bonomo, Edward Chow, Corina van den Hurk, Julie Ryan Wolf, Henry Lam, Tara Behroozian
PURPOSE: Radiation dermatitis (RD) is a common side effect of radiation therapy, affecting a majority of breast and head and neck cancer patients with a negative impact on quality of life. Currently, no consensus exists regarding the prevention of RD. METHODS: PubMed, Embase and Cochrane databases (1946 to December 2022) were searched using PRISMA guidelines to identify randomized controlled trials (RCTs) that investigated the use of topical non-steroidal agents in the prevention of RD in patients undergoing radiotherapy...
March 17, 2023: Supportive Care in Cancer
https://read.qxmd.com/read/36928440/predictors-of-cancer-rehabilitation-medicine-referral-and-utilization-based-on-the-moving-through-cancer-physical-activity-screening-assessment
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Rachelle Brick, Akina Natori, Patricia I Moreno, Diana Molinares, Tulay Koru-Sengul, Frank J Penedo
PURPOSE: Cancer survivors experience high rates of physical inactivity that often go unaddressed. The My Wellness Check program (MWC) is an EHR-integrated screening and referral system that includes surveillance of physical activity and triage to cancer rehabilitation medicine services. This study examined assessment of physical activity and subsequent referrals to cancer rehabilitation medicine. METHODS: A secondary analysis was performed for survivors who completed the MWC between April 2021 and January 2022...
March 16, 2023: Supportive Care in Cancer
https://read.qxmd.com/read/36922413/combined-effect-of-graded-thera-band-and-scapular-stabilization-exercises-on-shoulder-adhesive-capsulitis-post-mastectomy
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Nancy H Aboelnour, FatmaAlzahraa H Kamel, Maged A Basha, Alshimaa R Azab, Islam M Hewidy, Mohamed Ezzat, Noha M Kamel
PURPOSE: The main aim of the trial was to assess the combined impact of graded Thera-Band strengthening exercises and scapular stabilization exercises on shoulder pain, physical function, and quality of life (QoL) in post-mastectomy adhesive capsulitis (AC). METHODS: Seventy females with unilateral post-mastectomy AC partook in the trial. Participants were subdivided equally into two groups at random. Both groups obtained the traditional physical therapy program; in addition, the intervention group received graded Thera-Band exercises for shoulder muscles and scapular stabilization exercises 5 days a week for 8 weeks...
March 16, 2023: Supportive Care in Cancer
https://read.qxmd.com/read/36918480/decision-making-experiences-of-breast-cancer-patients-related-to-contralateral-prophylactic-mastectomy-a-systematic-meta-synthesis-of-qualitative-studies
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REVIEW
Baosheng Zhao, Mo Yi, Hong Lyu, Xiaoman Zhang, Yujie Liu, Xinhong Song
PURPOSE: Currently, the choice of contralateral prophylactic mastectomy (CPM) for breast cancer patients is variable and controversial. Breast cancer patients must make complex and rapid decisions based on the benefits and risks of CPM. Although there are many qualitative studies on the decision-making experiences of breast cancer patients, there is a lack of synthesis of these qualitative studies. Our study goals were to conduct a meta-synthesis of qualitative studies on the decision-making experiences, real-life experiences, psychological feelings and needs of breast cancer patients in CPM decision-making, with the aim of providing information to support the development of CPM practice decisions...
March 15, 2023: Supportive Care in Cancer
https://read.qxmd.com/read/36917417/trajectories-of-participation-in-daily-life-among-individuals-newly-diagnosed-with-cancer-a-5-month-longitudinal-study
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Allison J L'Hotta, Yan Yan, Andrew A Davis, Saiama N Waqar, Milan G Chheda, Benjamin R Tan, Kathleen D Lyons, Yikyung Park, Allison A King
PURPOSE: To determine how participation in daily life is impacted during the first six months following a new cancer diagnosis and to identify risk factors for participation restrictions. Patient-reported outcomes (PROs) were used to suggest referrals to rehabilitation services. METHODS: Participants (n = 123) were adults (> 18 years) with the newly diagnosed primary brain, breast, colorectal, or lung cancer. PROs were collected at baseline (within 30 days of diagnosis/treatment initiation), two and five months post baseline...
March 14, 2023: Supportive Care in Cancer
https://read.qxmd.com/read/36917349/high-quality-phase-3-studies-do-not-support-the-use-of-somatostatin-analogues-to-reduce-vomiting-in-malignant-bowel-obstruction
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LETTER
Jason W Boland, Elaine G Boland, David C Currow
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March 14, 2023: Supportive Care in Cancer
https://read.qxmd.com/read/36917330/comorbidities-and-their-management-in-women-with-breast-cancer-an-australian-survey-of-breast-cancer-survivors
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Bogda Koczwara, Rosie Meng, Malcolm Battersby, Arduino A Mangoni, Danielle Spence, Sharon Lawn
PURPOSE: Breast cancer survivors experience significant burden from comorbid chronic conditions, but little is known about how well these conditions are managed. We conducted a national survey of Australian breast cancer survivors to examine the burden of chronic conditions, their impact and care alignment with the principles of chronic condition management. METHODS: A study-specific survey incorporated questions about chronic conditions using the Charlson Comorbidity Index (CCI), functional status using the Vulnerable Elders Survey (VES) and perceived quality of care for cancer and non-cancer conditions using the Patient Assessment of Care for Chronic Conditions Survey (PACIC)...
March 14, 2023: Supportive Care in Cancer
https://read.qxmd.com/read/36913136/review-of-psychological-interventions-in-patients-with-cancer
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REVIEW
Elina Semenenko, Suvam Banerjee, Ian Olver, Patrick Ashinze
OBJECTIVE: Cancer is one of the leading causes of mortality in the world and also causes morbidity and deterioration in the mental health of patients and their caregivers. The most commonly reported psychological symptoms include anxiety, depression, and the fear of recurrence. The purpose of this narrative review is to elaborate and discuss the effectiveness of the different interventions employed and their utilities in clinical practice. METHODS: Scopus and PubMed databases were searched, with a timeframe from 2020 to 2022, to identify randomised controlled trials, meta-analyses, and reviews and reported using PRISMA guidelines...
March 13, 2023: Supportive Care in Cancer
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