Preoperative subjective impairments in language and memory in brain tumor patients DOI Creative Commons

Lena Rybka,

Roel Jonkers,

Milena Burzlaff

et al.

Frontiers in Oncology, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 14

Published: Oct. 29, 2024

Background Subjective reports can reveal relevant information regarding the nature of impairment brain tumor patients, unveiling potential gaps in current assessment practices. The co-occurrence language and memory impairments has been previously reported, albeit scarcely. aim this study is therefore to understand subjective complaints preoperative state patients its impact on Quality Life (QoL). Methods 31 (12 LGG, 19 HGG) underwent a semi-structured interview assess deficits, co-occurrences between dysfunction, changes QoL. Group subgroup analyses were conducted provide general grade specific data. Results 48.4% mentioned reading, writing, conversation. HGG group reported all three these (reading: 31.6%; writing: 21.1%; conversation: 26.3%), while LGG only described reading (25%) conversation (8.3%), although not statistically significant. All with co-occurring deficits be linked reduced QoL (48.4%). In an HGG, number was slightly higher (52.6%) than (41.7%). Conclusion Language co-occur dysfunction as perceived patients’ daily life. Patients see affecting their quality Further attention dedicated tasks seems necessary.

Language: Английский

Barriers and facilitators to self-management in people living with a lower-grade glioma DOI Creative Commons
Ben Rimmer,

Michelle Balla,

Lizzie Dutton

et al.

Journal of Cancer Survivorship, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: March 21, 2024

Self-management can have clinical and quality-of-life benefits. However, people with lower-grade gliomas (LGG) may face chronic tumour- and/or treatment-related symptoms impairments (e.g. cognitive deficits, seizures), which could influence their ability to self-manage. Our study aimed identify understand the barriers facilitators self-management in LGG. We conducted semi-structured interviews 28 LGG across United Kingdom, who had completed primary treatment. Sixteen participants were male, mean age was 50.4 years, time since diagnosis 8.7 years. Interviews audio-recorded transcribed. Following inductive open coding, we deductively mapped codes Schulman-Green et al.'s framework of factors influencing self-management, developed illness. Data suggested extensive support for all five categories ('Personal/lifestyle characteristics', 'Health status', 'Resources', 'Environmental 'Healthcare system'), encompassing 18 self-management. How experience many these appears somewhat distinct from other cancers; described multiple, often co-occurring, challenges, primarily knowledge acceptance incurable condition, impact seizures transport difficulties, access (in)formal support. Several on a continuum, example, sufficient facilitator, whereas lack thereof, barrier People distinctive experiences wide-ranging These findings will improve awareness potential challenges faced by around inform development interventions this population.

Language: Английский

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“Oh when’s your treatment ending?” “Never!” The unmet needs of cancer patients treated with immuno-, biological and precision therapies: a qualitative interview study. DOI Creative Commons
Lisa Crowe, Morven C. Brown, Jan Lecouturier

et al.

European Journal of Oncology Nursing, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 73, P. 102696 - 102696

Published: Sept. 23, 2024

Language: Английский

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Preoperative subjective impairments in language and memory in brain tumor patients DOI Creative Commons

Lena Rybka,

Roel Jonkers,

Milena Burzlaff

et al.

Frontiers in Oncology, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 14

Published: Oct. 29, 2024

Background Subjective reports can reveal relevant information regarding the nature of impairment brain tumor patients, unveiling potential gaps in current assessment practices. The co-occurrence language and memory impairments has been previously reported, albeit scarcely. aim this study is therefore to understand subjective complaints preoperative state patients its impact on Quality Life (QoL). Methods 31 (12 LGG, 19 HGG) underwent a semi-structured interview assess deficits, co-occurrences between dysfunction, changes QoL. Group subgroup analyses were conducted provide general grade specific data. Results 48.4% mentioned reading, writing, conversation. HGG group reported all three these (reading: 31.6%; writing: 21.1%; conversation: 26.3%), while LGG only described reading (25%) conversation (8.3%), although not statistically significant. All with co-occurring deficits be linked reduced QoL (48.4%). In an HGG, number was slightly higher (52.6%) than (41.7%). Conclusion Language co-occur dysfunction as perceived patients’ daily life. Patients see affecting their quality Further attention dedicated tasks seems necessary.

Language: Английский

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