Supportive Care in Cancer,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
32(11)
Опубликована: Окт. 28, 2024
Abstract
Background
Patients
with
head
and
neck
squamous
cell
carcinoma
(HNSCC)
face
several
physical,
emotional,
psychological
challenges
throughout
treatment.
Cisplatin-based
chemoradiotherapy
(CRT)
is
an
effective
but
toxic
treatment,
increased
risk
for
toxicities
in
patients
low
skeletal
muscle
mass
(SMM).
Consequently,
these
are
anticipated
to
experience
greater
treatment-related
difficulties.
We
aimed
explore
the
experiences
of
HNSCC
SMM
regarding
cisplatin-based
CRT.
Methods
A
descriptive
qualitative
study
was
conducted,
interviewing
seven
3
months
after
CRT
using
a
topic
guide.
Thematic
analysis
semi-structured
interviews
create
multi-dimensional
understanding
patients’
during
Results
Prior
themes
included
pre-treatment
information,
expectations
towards
treatment
trial,
psychosocial
circumstances,
supporting
network.
During
toxicities,
impact,
After
reflection
on
period
CRT,
informal
support
from
networks
healthcare
workers,
ongoing
toxicities.
Conclusion
Most
as
life-changing
distressing
life
event
cope
through
various
strategies
networks.
Tailored
counseling,
ideally
on-demand
consultations,
recommended.
No
differences
were
noted
perceptions
their
cisplatin
regimen.
Acta Oncologica,
Год журнала:
2023,
Номер
62(7), С. 794 - 802
Опубликована: Июль 3, 2023
The
aims
of
this
study
were
to
examine
(1)
the
perceived
burden
among
caregivers
and
identify
those
in
risk
high
(2)
need
for
support
associated
factors.Cancer
patients
who
participated
an
educational
program
at
Montebello
Center
(MBC)
Norway
between
May
2021
February
2022
asked
invite
a
caregiver
answer
questionnaire.
caregiving
was
assessed
with
Caregivers
Reaction
Assessment
(CRA)
that
consists
24
questions
scored
from
1
(strongly
disagree)
5
agree),
covering
five
domains.
A
mean
sum
score
calculated
each
domain.
Higher
subscale
scores
indicate
higher
levels
burden,
except
esteem
where
indicates
low
burden.
Need
13
questions.Of
464
invitations,
185
responded
(response
40%),
median
age
58.0
years
58%
male.
Caregiver
were:
2.6
(SD
1.03)
Impact
on
schedule,
2.1
0.79)
Lack
family
support,
0.76)
health,
2.0
0.86)
finances,
4.2
0.47)
esteem.
Female
caregivers,
younger,
education,
having
comorbidities,
caring
recurrence
cancer,
shorter
time
since
diagnosis
measured
individual
subscales
CRA.
Most
reported
needs
information
about:
late
effects
rehabilitation
services
peers
professionals
cope
new
situation.
Younger,
comorbidity
cancer
patient
more
needs.The
results
participating
MBC
report
moderate
however,
numerous
within
several
areas.
Our
findings
be
confirmed
larger
unselected
group.
Psicooncología,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
21(1), С. 11 - 22
Опубликована: Апрель 11, 2024
Aim:
analyze
the
effectiveness
of
an
online
delivered
psychological
intervention
program
for
oncological
palliative
caregivers
in
order
to
reduce
distress
and
caregiver
burden.
Methods:
The
was
developed
primary
advanced
cancer
patients,
with
a
life
expectancy
less
than
6
months.
consisted
4
weekly
sessions.
assessment
instruments
were
Caregiver
Emotional
Distress
Detection
Scale
Zarit’s
Reduced
applied
at
beginning
end
program.
In
addition,
main
worries
categorized
by
Scale.
Descriptive
statistics
Student’s
t
used.
Results:
38
enrolled
intervention,
81.6%
whom
women.
Regarding
degree
kinship,
44.7%
descendants
patient.
significantly
reduced
after
intervention.
Uncertainty
remained
worry
both
moments
measurement.
Before
program,
second
most
frequent
suffering
patient,
while
it
about
other
family
members.
Conclusions:
Carrying
out
this
group
proved
be
effective
reducing
emotional
patients
life.
constant
concern
throughout
relatives.
International Journal of Community Medicine and Public Health,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
11(7), С. 2780 - 2786
Опубликована: Июнь 28, 2024
Background:
In
the
cultural
context
of
India,
informal
caregiving
stands
as
foremost
form
support
to
elderly.
This
study
investigates
status
caregiver
burden
and
it’s
psychological
impact
on
caregivers
bedridden
elderly
in
rural
north
Kerala,
India.
The
also
delves
into
socio-demographic
factors
associated
with
well
distress
among
family
caregivers.
Methods:
A
cross-sectional
descriptive
study.
data
was
collected
from
(n=120)
using
assessment
scale
scale.
Descriptive
statistics
inferential
statistical
tests
were
employed
this
Results:
results
reveal
that
female
experience
a
higher
compared
male
counterpart.
Most
mild
moderate
levels
significant
stress
anxiety
depression.
Caregiver
has
difference
type
relationship
care
recipient
duration
care.
Conclusions:
implies
there
is
need
for
multifaceted
interventions
alleviate
address
manifestations
Supportive Care in Cancer,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
32(11)
Опубликована: Окт. 28, 2024
Abstract
Background
Patients
with
head
and
neck
squamous
cell
carcinoma
(HNSCC)
face
several
physical,
emotional,
psychological
challenges
throughout
treatment.
Cisplatin-based
chemoradiotherapy
(CRT)
is
an
effective
but
toxic
treatment,
increased
risk
for
toxicities
in
patients
low
skeletal
muscle
mass
(SMM).
Consequently,
these
are
anticipated
to
experience
greater
treatment-related
difficulties.
We
aimed
explore
the
experiences
of
HNSCC
SMM
regarding
cisplatin-based
CRT.
Methods
A
descriptive
qualitative
study
was
conducted,
interviewing
seven
3
months
after
CRT
using
a
topic
guide.
Thematic
analysis
semi-structured
interviews
create
multi-dimensional
understanding
patients’
during
Results
Prior
themes
included
pre-treatment
information,
expectations
towards
treatment
trial,
psychosocial
circumstances,
supporting
network.
During
toxicities,
impact,
After
reflection
on
period
CRT,
informal
support
from
networks
healthcare
workers,
ongoing
toxicities.
Conclusion
Most
as
life-changing
distressing
life
event
cope
through
various
strategies
networks.
Tailored
counseling,
ideally
on-demand
consultations,
recommended.
No
differences
were
noted
perceptions
their
cisplatin
regimen.
