The Effect of Previsit Education in Breast Cancer Patients: A Study of a Shared-decision-making Tool

To enhance shared decision-making for patients with breast cancer, we developed an evidence-based educational breast cancer video (BCV) providing an overview of breast cancer biology, prognostic indicators, and surgical treatment options while introducing health care choice. By providing patients access to a BCV with information necessary to make informed surgical decisions before seeing a surgeon, we aimed to increase patient participation in the decision-making process, while decreasing distress. Patients with a new diagnosis of breast cancer were provided a link to the BCV. Group 1 participated in online pre- and postvideo questionnaires, with the BCV embedded in between. The questionnaires evaluated self-reported baseline knowledge of breast cancer and perceived distress related to the diagnosis. Changes in self-reported responses were analyzed using the Wilcoxon matched pairs test. Group 2 received a survey collecting demographics, decision-making information, and perceptions of the BCV at the time of clinic visit before meeting the surgeon. Group 1 included 69 subjects with 62 per cent reporting improved knowledge and 30 per cent reporting reduced distress in regard to their breast cancer diagnosis. Group 2 included 87 subjects; 94 to 98 per cent felt the BCV provided information and stimulated thoughts and questions to assist in breast cancer treatment decision-making. The BCV was positively received by participants and feasible to implement into clinical practice. Evidence-based media tools improve knowledge and reduce distress in patients with a new diagnosis of breast cancer as well as contributing to the shared decision-making process.

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Recurrence of endometrial cancer in a hysterectomised patient treated with tamoxifen for breast cancer: a case report

Journal of the Royal Society of Medicine ◽

10.1177/0141076820961087 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 113 (11) ◽

pp. 454-456 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

James Woolas ◽

Megan Davis ◽

Siavash Rahimi

Keyword(s):

Breast Cancer ◽

Decision Making ◽

Endometrial Cancer ◽

Case Report ◽

Medical History ◽

Shared Decision Making ◽

Decision Making Process ◽

Shared Decision ◽

Past Medical History ◽

The Past

Tamoxifen exposure is a recognised risk for primary endometrial cancer. This case serves as a reminder to meticulously check the past medical history and inform patients of the risk-benefit of treatment as part of a shared-decision making process.

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Exploring and supporting older women’s chemotherapy decision-making in early-stage breast cancer.

Journal of Clinical Oncology ◽

10.1200/jco.2019.37.27_suppl.181 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 37 (27_suppl) ◽

pp. 181-181

Author(s):

Meghan Sri Karuturi ◽

Ashley Housten ◽

Sharon H. Giordano ◽

Diana Hoover ◽

Robert Joseph Volk

Keyword(s):

Breast Cancer ◽

Decision Making ◽

Health Literacy ◽

Adjuvant Chemotherapy ◽

Shared Decision Making ◽

Early Stage ◽

Decision Making Process ◽

Shared Decision ◽

Single Item ◽

Neo Adjuvant Chemotherapy

181 Background: Few studies have focused on the therapeutic decision-making process in older adults with cancer. This study sought to address this gap by exploring older adult breast cancer patients’ (pts) perspectives on neo/adjuvant chemotherapy, thereby identifying informational needs as they navigate the decision-making process. Methods: Women ≥65 years diagnosed with early stage (I-III) breast cancer were recruited from an academic center following their decision on whether to receive neo/adjuvant chemotherapy. Pts took part in individual semi-structured interviews to explore their perspectives, knowledge, and values. They also completed surveys assessing sociodemographics, health literacy/numeracy, and shared decision-making (SDM-Q-9). Interviews were audio-recorded and transcribed, and analyzed using the Sort and Sift, Think and Shift qualitative approach. Quantitative data was summarized using descriptive statistics. Results: 26 pts completed interviews (age range 65-92; 81% non-Hispanic White; 81% ≥ college degree; 70% single). 14 pts elected to undergo chemotherapy and 11 declined. Most pts had adequate health literacy (mean = 4.31; SD = 1.1 on Single Item Literacy Scale) and numeracy (mean = 4.4; SD = 1.0 on Single Item Numeracy Scale). Pts scored high on the shared decision-making questionnaires (SDM-Q-9, mean = 5.3, SD = 0.7). Thematic analysis uncovered several commonalities regardless of the decision. Pts sought information regarding their disease/treatment, but in some instances were confused regarding the objective of chemotherapy. They often chose treatment outside of the physician’s recommendation, and referenced the subjective experience of friends/family members with cancer. Self-perception of health and the side-effects of chemotherapy were also key factors. Pts also placed importance on the maintenance of quality of life throughout the treatment trajectory. Conclusions: Decision-making strategies in older patients were shaped by knowledge, values and the anectodal experience of others. These discussions will subsequently shape the creation of a decision support tool for older pts and physicians to better facilitate the shared-decision making process.

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Experiences of involvement in decision-making for patients with breast cancer. A phenomenological-hermeneutical study

European Journal for Person Centered Healthcare ◽

10.5750/ejpch.v6i2.1441 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 6 (2) ◽

pp. 237 ◽

Cited By ~ 2

Author(s):

Nausheen Christoffersen ◽

Karina Olling ◽

Karina Dahl Steffensen ◽

Regner Birkelund

Keyword(s):

Breast Cancer ◽

Decision Making ◽

Shared Decision Making ◽

Health Professionals ◽

Patient Involvement ◽

Structured Interview ◽

Decision Making Process ◽

Shared Decision ◽

The Individual ◽

Cancer Experience

Background: Patient involvement, including shared decision-making (SDM), has become a key topic in the healthcare system. Only a few studies have been conducted in Denmark on how women with breast cancer experience being involved in the decision-making process during their treatment.Aim: The aim of the study was therefore to explore patients’ experiences in the decision-making process during their treatment course and whether or not it was clear to the individual patient that they had a choice.Methods: The study is based on a qualitative semi-structured interview of 7 patients with breast cancer conducted during February 2017 at a regional hospital for cancer treatment. The design is phenomenological-hermeneutic with inspiration from Ricoeur’s interpretation theory.Results: Through analysis and interpretation of the interviews, 2 themes were identified: (1) Real choice or course determined by the health professionals and (2) Treatment efficiency at the expense of time for consideration for options. The patients experienced that there was neither time for consideration in relation to their treatment, nor time to reflect on their situation. In the decision-making situations, most of the patients felt that they gave their consent only to a treatment course organized by the health professionals. They did not feel that they had a choice, but rather that participation was a prerequisite for getting well.Conclusions: The results of this study can contribute to the improvement of person-centered care and treatment by illustrating patient attitudes to the shared decision-making process and indicating where patient education would play a crucial role in increasing patient involvement in decisions about their care.

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Breast Cancer Pathways Program Impact on Patient Shared Decision Making and Experience in Academic and Community Practice

Case Medical Research ◽

10.31525/ct1-nct04297384 ◽

2020 ◽

Author(s):

Keyword(s):

Breast Cancer ◽

Decision Making ◽

Shared Decision Making ◽

Community Practice ◽

Shared Decision ◽

Program Impact ◽

Cancer Pathways

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Evaluation of the Use of Shared Decision Making in Breast Cancer: International Survey

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health ◽

10.3390/ijerph18042128 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 18 (4) ◽

pp. 2128

Author(s):

Marta Maes-Carballo ◽

Manuel Martín-Díaz ◽

Luciano Mignini ◽

Khalid Saeed Khan ◽

Rubén Trigueros ◽

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Keyword(s):

Breast Cancer ◽

Decision Making ◽

Shared Decision Making ◽

Health Professionals ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Shared Decision ◽

Online Questionnaire ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Professional Societies ◽

New Policies

Objectives: To assess shared decision-making (SDM) knowledge, attitude and application among health professionals involved in breast cancer (BC) treatment. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional study based on an online questionnaire, sent by several professional societies to health professionals involved in BC management. There were 26 questions which combined demographic and professional data with some items measured on a Likert-type scale. Results: The participation (459/541; 84.84%) and completion (443/459; 96.51%) rates were high. Participants strongly agreed or agreed in 69.57% (16/23) of their responses. The majority stated that they knew of SDM (mean 4.43 (4.36–4.55)) and were in favour of its implementation (mean 4.58 (4.51–4.64)). They highlighted that SDM practice was not adequate due to lack of resources (3.46 (3.37–3.55)) and agreed on policies that improved its implementation (3.96 (3.88–4.04)). The main advantage of SDM for participants was patient satisfaction (38%), and the main disadvantage was the patients’ paucity of knowledge to understand their disease (24%). The main obstacle indicated was the lack of time and resources (40%). Conclusions: New policies must be designed for adequate training of professionals in integrating SDM in clinical practice, preparing them to use SDM with adequate resources and time provided.

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