Quality of life and most prevalent unmet needs of Chinese breast cancer survivors at one year after cancer treatment

Abstract Backgroud: As the survival rates of cancer patients have been increasing due to early diagnosis and technological advances in treatment, their caregiver burden has also emerged as an important issue. In view of this situation, this study aims to investigate the unmet needs and quality of life of caregivers of Korean breast cancer survivors.Methods: A multicenter cross-sectional interview survey was performed among 160 caregivers of Korean breast cancer survivors. Caregivers who gave written informed consent to participate completed the Comprehensive Needs Assessment Tool for Cancer Caregivers and EuroQol-5 Dimensions. Data were analyzed using the t-test, ANOVA and multiple regression analysis.Results: The mean age of the caregivers was 46.4 years, 44.4% (71/160) were spouses of patients, and 52.5% (84/160) were personally taking care of cancer survivors. Unmet needs were highest in the ‘healthcare staff’ domain (mean ± SD: 1.69 ±1.11), and the item with the highest level of unmet needs was ‘needed information about the current status of the patient’s illness and its future courses’ (1.98 ± 1.04). Unmet needs were correlated with age, educational level, marital status, employment, religion and psychosocial status. Poorer quality of life was closely related to higher levels of unmet needs. In multiple regression analysis, age, employment, religion, and levels of stress and despair were closely associated with unmet needs.

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Divorce after breast cancer diagnosis and its impact on quality of life

Palliative & Supportive Care ◽

10.1017/s1478951521001711 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 1-6

Author(s):

Danbee Kang ◽

Nayeon Kim ◽

Gayeon Han ◽

Sooyeon Kim ◽

Hoyoung Kim ◽

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Keyword(s):

Breast Cancer ◽

Quality Of Life ◽

Cancer Survivors ◽

Cancer Diagnosis ◽

Breast Cancer Survivors ◽

Breast Cancer Diagnosis ◽

Factors Associated ◽

After Cancer ◽

The Impact

Abstract Objective This study aims to identify factors associated with divorce following breast cancer diagnosis and measures the impact of divorce on the quality of life (QoL) of patients. Methods We used cross-sectional survey data collected at breast cancer outpatient clinics in South Korea from November 2018 to April 2019. Adult breast cancer survivors who completed active treatment without any cancer recurrence at the time of the survey (N = 4,366) were included. The participants were classified into two groups: “maintaining marriage” and “being divorced,” between at the survey and at the cancer diagnosis. We performed logistic regression and linear regression to identify the factors associated with divorce after cancer diagnosis and to compare the QoL of divorced and nondivorced survivors. Results Approximately 11.1/1,000 of married breast cancer survivors experienced divorce after cancer diagnosis. Younger age, lower education, and being employed at diagnosis were associated with divorce. Being divorced survivors had significantly lower QoL (Coefficient [Coef] = −7.50; 95% CI = −13.63, −1.36), social functioning (Coef = −9.47; 95% CI = −16.36, −2.57), and body image (Coef = −8.34; 95% CI = −6.29, −0.39) than survivors who remained married. They also experienced more symptoms including pain, insomnia, financial difficulties, and distress due to hair loss. Conclusion Identifying risk factors of divorce will ultimately help ascertain the resources necessary for early intervention.

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Unmet needs and quality of life of caregivers of Korean breast cancer survivors: a cross-sectional study

Annals of Surgical Treatment and Research ◽

10.4174/astr.2021.101.2.69 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 101 (2) ◽

pp. 69

Author(s):

Jong Won Lee ◽

Jihyoun Lee ◽

Min Hyuk Lee ◽

Se Kyung Lee ◽

Wan Sung Kim ◽

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Keyword(s):

Breast Cancer ◽

Quality Of Life ◽

Cancer Survivors ◽

Breast Cancer Survivors ◽

Unmet Needs ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Sectional Study ◽

Cross Sectional

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Does quality of life among breast cancer survivors one year after diagnosis differ depending on urban and non-urban residence? A comparative study

Health and Quality of Life Outcomes ◽

10.1186/1477-7525-8-3 ◽

2010 ◽

Vol 8 (1) ◽

pp. 3 ◽

Cited By ~ 28

Author(s):

Tracey DiSipio ◽

Sandi C Hayes ◽

Beth Newman ◽

Joanne Aitken ◽

Monika Janda

Keyword(s):

Breast Cancer ◽

Quality Of Life ◽

Comparative Study ◽

Cancer Survivors ◽

Breast Cancer Survivors ◽

Urban Residence ◽

One Year

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P1.27: Socio-economic and clinical determinants of quality of life among breast cancer survivors one year after diagnosis

Biometrical Journal ◽

10.1002/bimj.200490012 ◽

2004 ◽

Vol 46 (S1) ◽

pp. 109-109

Author(s):

Volker Arndt ◽

Ute Fuchs ◽

Til Stürmer ◽

Christa Stegmaier ◽

Hartwig Ziegler ◽

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Keyword(s):

Breast Cancer ◽

Quality Of Life ◽

Cancer Survivors ◽

Breast Cancer Survivors ◽

One Year

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Unmet needs mediate the relationship between symptoms and quality of life in breast cancer survivors

Supportive Care in Cancer ◽

10.1007/s00520-015-2994-0 ◽

2015 ◽

Vol 24 (5) ◽

pp. 2025-2033 ◽

Cited By ~ 51

Author(s):

K. K. F. Cheng ◽

W. H. Wong ◽

C. Koh

Keyword(s):

Breast Cancer ◽

Quality Of Life ◽

Cancer Survivors ◽

Breast Cancer Survivors ◽

Unmet Needs ◽

The Relationship

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Assess the Prevalence for Needs of Breast Cancer Survivors' in the Oncology Ward at a Selected Tertiary Care Hospital

Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International ◽

10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i55a33799 ◽

2021 ◽

pp. 1-12

Author(s):

Yogita Autade ◽

Grishma Chauhan

Keyword(s):

Breast Cancer ◽

Quality Of Life ◽

Health Insurance ◽

Cancer Survivors ◽

Breast Cancer Survivors ◽

Unmet Needs ◽

Tertiary Care ◽

Moderate Level ◽

Very High

The unmet needs of breast cancer survivors are not being addressed as the number of survivors continues to climb. Aim and Objective: To determine the prevalence of post-treatment unmet needs and association between unmet needs of breast cancer survivors with selected demographic variables. A descriptive research study was conducted in a tertiary care hospital's oncology outpatient clinic and wards. Materials and Methods: Data was gathered in two sections: I – baseline data, and section II – Modified needs assessment questionnaire. 35 needs were categorized as physical, emotional, family, spiritual, practical routine, and sexual relationship needs, with ‘Yes’ scored as ‘1’ and ‘No’ scored as ‘0’. Data was collected for one month. Data tabulation and analysis was done. Results: The majority of BCS had a monthly income of Rs.3000- 10000/- (50.8%) and menopause had occurred in 54 (45%) of the women under the age of 45. Majority 65 (78%) did not have health insurance, whereas 42 (35%) had it. Majority 108 (90.33%) breast cancer survivors had high level of needs, whereas 12 (10%) had moderate level of needs. High physical needs reported by 87 (72.50 %) and 32 (26.67%) moderate physical needs. All 100% BCS reported high emotional need. Whereas 2(1.67%) less need, 14(11.67%) moderate, 56 (46.67%) high needs and 48 (40%) very high reported family and spiritual need and 39 (32.5 %) BCS reported moderate level of practical needs. Participants 14(11.67%) less needs, 39 (32.50%) moderate, 22(18.33%) high and very high 8(6.67%) reported practical needs. 100% of breast cancer survivors (BCS) reported physical includes Hot flashes, a change in appetite or eating pattern. High emotional needs followed by physical needs. Family and spiritual requirements of BCS were found to be strongly related to age, P 0.036. Age, education, occupation, income, stage of cancer, and health insurance are not associated with the overall and physical needs of breast cancer survivors (p > 0.05). Conclusion: Breast cancer survivors' needs are more prevalent and have an impact on quality of life, prognosis, and recovery of clients. Real, appropriate assessment of breast cancer survivors needs is an important steps in development of need base intervention to improve quality of life. As a result, health care providers should address the needs of BCS patients as soon as possible in order to make better use of scarce health resources.

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