Changes in cancer prevention and management and patient needs during the COVID-19 pandemic: An umbrella review of systematic reviews DOI Creative Commons
Taulant Muka, Joshua Li, Sahar J. Farahani

et al.

medRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory), Journal Year: 2022, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: Dec. 19, 2022

ABSTRACT Introduction The COVID-19 pandemic led to relocation and reconstruction of health care resources systems, a decrease in healthcare utilization, this may have affected the treatment, diagnosis, prognosis, psychosocial well-being cancer patients. Objective To summarize quantify evidence on impact full spectrum care. Methods We performed an umbrella review findings from systematic reviews treatment modification, delays, cancellations; delays or cancellations screening diagnosis; well-being, financial distress, use telemedicine as well other aspects PubMed was searched for relevant with without meta-analysis published before November 29 th , 2022. Abstract, text data extraction were by two independent reviewers. AMSTAR-2 used critical appraisal included reviews. Results 45 evaluating different our analysis. Most based observational studies judged be at medium high risk bias. Only 2 had moderate scores AMSTAR-2. Findings suggest modifications during versus pre-pandemic period low level evidence. Different degrees diagnosis observed, low-and-middle income countries that implemented lockdowns being disproportionally affected. A shift in-person appointments but utility telemedicine, challenges implementation cost-effectiveness areas little explored. Evidence consistent suggesting (e.g., depression, anxiety, social activities) patients deteriorated, experienced albeit results general not compared levels. Impact disruption prognosis Conclusion Substantial heterogenous has been observed. gaps exist topic, mid- long-term most uncertain.

Language: Английский

An umbrella review of systematic reviews on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on cancer prevention and management, and patient needs DOI Creative Commons
Taulant Muka, Joshua Li, Sahar J. Farahani

et al.

eLife, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 12

Published: April 4, 2023

The relocation and reconstruction of health care resources systems during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic may have affected cancer care. An umbrella review was undertaken to summarize findings from systematic reviews on impact COVID-19 treatment modification, delays, cancellations; delays or cancellations in screening diagnosis; psychosocial well-being, financial distress, use telemedicine as well other aspects Bibliographic databases were searched for relevant with without meta-analysis published before November 29th, 2022. Abstract, full- text screening, data extraction performed by two independent reviewers. AMSTAR-2 used critical appraisal included reviews. Fifty-one our analysis. Most based observational studies judged be at medium high risk bias. Only had moderate scores AMSTAR-2. Findings suggest modifications versus pre-pandemic period low level evidence. Different degrees treatment, diagnosis observed, low- and- middle- income countries that implemented lockdowns being disproportionally affected. A shift in-person appointments but utility telemedicine, challenges implementation cost-effectiveness little explored. Evidence consistent suggesting well-being patients deteriorated, experienced albeit results general not compared levels. Impact disruption prognosis In conclusion, substantial heterogenous has been observed.

Language: Английский

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SARS‐CoV‐2 Infection Aggravates Physical and Mental Health in Cancer Patients Compared to Co‐Living Individuals DOI Creative Commons
Jiayao Liu, Na Li, Bin Wang

et al.

Cancer Medicine, Journal Year: 2025, Volume and Issue: 14(6)

Published: March 1, 2025

Cancer patients are particularly vulnerable to the psychological sequels of COVID-19 due their immunocompromised state and disruptions regular oncological care. There is limited research comparing effects SARS-CoV-2 on cancer co-living individuals. This study aims explore similarities differences in physical outcomes between these two groups, with a 1-year follow-up assess long-term effects. retrospective observational was conducted January February 2023. A total 107 participants were included: 72 35 individuals, all diagnosed COVID-19. Clinical laboratory data collected. Depression, anxiety, fatigue assessed at timepoints: shortly after diagnosis 1 year later. exhibited higher rates gastrointestinal symptoms, such as diarrhea (20.83% vs. 5.71%, p = 0.045), which associated increased anxiety depression (p < 0.05). Advanced-stage 0.01) lack vaccination correlated worse outcomes. Female reported scores Laboratory findings indicated neutrophil percentages 0.001), fibrinogen D-dimer levels 0.015) patients, signaling risk inflammation thrombosis. Both groups showed improvements over follow-up, but continued report greater distress 0.001) 0.024). infected experienced more severe symptoms compared persistent infection. ChiCTR2300067577.

Language: Английский

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Role of social support in the relationship between resilience and sleep quality among cancer patients DOI Creative Commons

Chunying Cui,

Lie Wang

Frontiers in Psychiatry, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 15

Published: April 16, 2024

Introduction The present study aimed to investigate the effect of resilience on sleep quality and explore role social support between in cancer patients. Methods A multicenter cross-sectional was conducted China from May November 2021. total 202 patients were recruited complete questionnaires composed demographic information, Pittsburg Sleep Quality Index (PSQI), Resilience Scale-14 (RS-14), Multidimensions Scale Perceived Social Support (MSPSS). associations resilience, support, explored through hierarchical regression analysis. Results prevalence poor 50% among Resilience, interaction all found be significantly associated with quality. simple slope analysis indicated that association gradually decreased increasing levels (1 SD below mean, B =-0.225, β =-0.551, P &lt;0.001), mean ( =-0.147, =-0.353, &lt;0.001) high above =-0.065, =-0.156, &lt;0.001). Additionally, mediated Discussion Poor has been common could mediate alleviate relationship Besides providing sufficient interventions based should applied address problems

Language: Английский

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Negative excess oral and pharyngeal cancer mortality in Europe during the early pandemic years DOI Creative Commons
Stefano Petti

Oral Diseases, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: June 27, 2024

The COVID-19 pandemic had direct and indirect effects on oral pharyngeal cancer (OPC) mortality due to high risk among patients, the response that caused treatment delays reduced routine visits. This study investigated excess OPC in Europe during early years.

Language: Английский

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Association between Cognitive Function and Physical Function, Frailty, and Quality of Life in Older Breast Cancer Survivors DOI Open Access
Diane Von Ah, Carielle Joy Rio, Allie Carter

et al.

Cancers, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 16(15), P. 2718 - 2718

Published: July 31, 2024

Background: Older cancer survivors in general are at greater risk for cancer-related cognitive impairment (CRCI), yet few studies have explored its association with health outcomes. This study examined the between subjective and objective measures of function physical function, frailty, quality life (QoL) among older breast survivors. Materials Methods: who reported concerns completed surveys on patient-reported QoL as well tests visuospatial working memory sustained attention. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics separate linear regression models. Results: A total 219 female study. Perceived abilities associated better (p ≤ 0.001) while negatively related these metrics 0.001). Poorer attention linked to increased frailty 0.001–0.01), whereas poorer was < 0.01). Conclusions: perceived performance functioning, QoL. These findings underscore importance assessing their outcomes

Language: Английский

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The Experience of COVID-19 in a Sample of Gynecological Cancer Patients Undergoing Chemotherapy: A Focus on the Psychological Implications DOI Open Access
Gaia Perego, Valentina Elisabetta Di Mattei, Martina Mazzetti

et al.

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 20(5), P. 3851 - 3851

Published: Feb. 21, 2023

Cancer patients are at an increased risk of developing severe consequences due to the COVID-19 infection. However, psychological outcomes in this population have been overlooked literature. The present study aims identify significant differences between gynecological cancer undergoing chemotherapy before and during pandemic. Additionally, we explore correlations COVID-19-related concerns anxiety, depression, distress, quality life levels. Forty-two completed STAI-Y, EORTC QLQ-C30, BDI II, DT, ad-hoc questionnaire that investigated concerns. analyses did not show psychometric scales two groups, highlighting a considerable resilience against mental health deterioration pandemic gynecologic patients. were positively associated with anxiety inversely related emotional functioning These results emphasize importance comprehensive patient care need implement multidisciplinary approach includes support treatment plan. Moreover, it is essential encourage clear communication convey information about impact on physical levels, as well offer psychoeducational tools face

Language: Английский

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Psychological Well-Being of Cancer Patients before and during the Pandemic: The Impact of COVID-19 Peritraumatic Distress DOI Open Access
Ilaria Bochicchio, Valentina Lucia La Rosa, Graziella Marino

et al.

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 20(5), P. 4106 - 4106

Published: Feb. 25, 2023

Background: This study aimed to evaluate the psychological impact of COVID-19 pandemic on cancer patients. Methods: Ninety patients undergoing chemotherapy with antiblastics were recruited from a tertiary medical center and completed battery standardized questionnaires assess anxiety, depression, peritraumatic stress, quality life before during pandemic. Results: Quality worsened significantly compared pre-pandemic period. Anxiety depression levels also increased distress predicted lower quality-of-life scores Conclusions: affected overall who already had advanced cancers. Cancer must receive adequate support psychiatrists psychologists mitigate related

Language: Английский

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Long-Term Outcome and Quality of Life in Patients Treated for Head and Neck Sarcoma during Pediatric Age: Considerations from a Series of 4 Cases DOI Creative Commons

Martina Buchignani,

Arrigo Pellacani, Sara Negrello

et al.

Reports — Medical Cases Images and Videos, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 6(1), P. 16 - 16

Published: March 17, 2023

Pediatric sarcomas are rare malignancies accounting for about 10% of solid tumors in childhood. Sarcomas represent a heterogeneous group malignancies, especially they include Rhabdomyosarcoma (RMS) and Non-Rhabdomyosarcoma Type (STSNR). Therapeutic management pediatric is challenging. Multidisciplinary approach including chemotherapy, surgery radiotherapy the treatment choice. The correct affected patients can be demanding, terms preserving good quality life (QoL). In present study we described our experience with series diagnosed head neck non-metastatic sarcoma between January 1995 December 2020, referred to Oncology or Maxillo-Facial Surgery University Hospital Modena Reggio Emilia.The survivors were asked complete questionnaires on health-related (HRQoL; PedsQL EORTC QLQ-H&N 43). We found satisfactory results global HRQoL; although outstanding issues persist, such as deterioration masticatory function, speech. Long-term sequelae multimodality may lead both significant aesthetic-functional psychosocial implications that need further investigate during whole care pathway.

Language: Английский

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Adverse COVID-19 experiences and health-related quality of life in cancer survivors: indirect effects of COVID-19-related depression and financial burden DOI Creative Commons
Laura M. Perry, John Devin Peipert, Sheetal Kircher

et al.

Journal of Patient-Reported Outcomes, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 7(1)

Published: July 17, 2023

Cancer survivors are at greater risk for poor health outcomes due to COVID-19. However, the pandemic's impact on patients' health-related quality of life (HRQoL) is not well known. This study hypothesized that cancer survivors' adverse COVID-19 experiences would be associated with worse HRQoL. Further, this association moderated by psychosocial resiliency factors (perceived social support, benefits, and ability manage stress) mediated (anxiety, depression; health, financial concerns).

Language: Английский

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Patient reported experience measures to assess psychosocial cancer care: A rapid review of current instruments DOI Creative Commons

Zoe Clothier,

Jo Armes,

Agnieszka Kehinde

et al.

Measurement and Evaluations in Cancer Care, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 2, P. 100007 - 100007

Published: Aug. 25, 2024

Language: Английский

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