Quality Of Life
ADT Affects Sexual Function, Intimacy in Early Prostate Cancer Treatment
May 24, 2018Researchers report on a study investigating effects of ADT on prostate cancer health-related quality of life, sexual function, sexual bother, and mood for patients with prostate cancer and their partners.
Panobinostat vs Placebo: Patient-Reported Outcomes Comparable in Multiple Myeloma
May 23, 2018Investigators sought to determine the impact on quality of life for patients with relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma treated with PAN and BTZ+DEX.
Posttreatment Visual Function, Ocular Symptoms Impact QOL in Head and Neck Cancer
May 18, 2018A link between visual function, ocular symptoms, and quality of life was found in cross-sectional study of patients who underwent radiotherapy for head and neck cancers, according to a presentation at the 2018 ONS Annual Congress.
Effect of Myeloproliferative Neoplasm Diagnosis on Work, Employment Status
May 11, 2018Using a cross-sectional online survey, researchers sought to determine how a MPN diagnosis affects work productivity and employment for patients with polycythemia vera, essential thrombocytopenia, or myelofibrosis.
Long-term Impact of Retinoblastoma Therapy on Vision-Related Quality of Life
May 04, 2018Using the NEI-VFQ-25, researchers assessed vision-targeted health-related quality of life for survivors of retinoblastoma.
Taste Changes After Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant Affect QOL in Blood Cancers
May 01, 2018Slight changes in taste perceptions are noted in patients undergoing HSCT for hematologic cancers. In this study, researchers sought to determine how these changes affect quality of life and nutritional intake.
In Older Women With Breast Cancer QoL May Predict 10-Year Mortality
April 17, 2018A model that incorporates HRQOL was found to outperform a model that only employs traditional prognostic variables.
Pivot Nurse Improves Patients' Navigation Through Lung Cancer Care
April 13, 2018Researchers in Montreal presented results of a study on the effects of using a pivot nurse in oncology (PNO) on continuity of care, outcomes, and quality of life for patients with lung cancer at the 2018 European Lung Cancer Congress.
SEE-ACBT Method Improves Postsurgical Outcomes in Lung Cancer Resection
April 04, 2018In a quasi-experimental pre-post study, researchers demonstrate the efficacy of the SEE-ACBT rehabilitation method on health-related and cost outcomes in patients with NSCLC who underwent curative lung resection.
Mental, Physical Late Effects Diminish Health-Related Quality of Life for AYA Survivors
April 04, 2018Researchers reviewed data from a Swiss cancer registry to determine the effects of cancer survivorship on physical and mental health and health-related quality of life experienced by AYA survivors.
Nabilone Improves Cancer-Associated Anorexia in Lung Cancer
March 22, 2018Researchers assessed the efficacy of nabilone for improving symptoms of anorexia in patients with NSCLC. In addition, patient appetite, quality of life, and nutritional status were also assessed.
Sexual Quality of Life Decreased During, After Chemotherapy for Digestive Cancers
March 16, 2018Sexual impairment is frequently associated with breast and pelvic cancers, but patients with digestive cancer also experience this effect. In this study, researchers assessed sexual activity, dysfunction, sexual quality of life, and need for oncosexology care among patients with gastrointestinal cancers.
Patients Identify Critical Elements of Support in Hematologic Cancers
March 14, 2018A cross-sectional study asked patients with hematologic cancers to name the components of care they felt were most crucial to their perception of optimal care.
Advances in Prevention, Treatment of RT-Associated Radiodermatitis Hold Promise
March 07, 2018This review of radiodermatitis, a common adverse effect of radiation therapy, discusses preventive and treatment options available that reduce and/or minimize symptoms of the condition.
Patients With Cancer Experience Greatest Symptom Burden Soon After Diagnosis
March 06, 2018An analysis of ESAS scores identified factors that increased the odds patients with cancer would experience greater symptom burdens and at what points in the cancer experience this was more likely to occur.
Various Aspects of Palliative Care Focus Associated With Different Outcomes In Cancer
February 28, 2018In this evaluation of palliative care use, investigators were able to determine how the focus of palliative care - coping, treatment, or advanced care planning - influenced patients' decisions on quality of life and decisions regarding chemotherapy and hospice care at the end of life.
Early Integration of Palliative Care Improves Quality of Life in Advanced Cancer
February 06, 2018Results of a nonblinded study demonstrate the value of incorporating early palliative care into oncologic care for patients with advanced cancer.
Oral Impairment Linked to Reduced QOL in Posttherapy Head and Neck Cancer
January 31, 2018Study compared the effect of treatments on quality of life in treatment-naïve patients with HNC vs those who underwent radiotherapy and/or chemotherapy, and compared with cancer-free patients.
Clinical Aspects of Foot Health and Their Influence on Quality of Life Among Breast Cancer Survivors: A Case-control Study
December 15, 2017[Cancer Management and Research] Researchers determined the effect of breast cancer and its treatment on quality of life relative to foot health issues.
Quality of Life During Maintenance Therapy Better With Lower Dose, More Often
December 09, 2017Trial investigates which of 3 maintenance regimens of nab-paclitaxel has the most ideal impact on quality of life in patients with metastatic breast cancer. Results were presented at SABCS 2017.
Social, Psychiatric Variables Reduce Cognitive Functioning, QoL in HNC
November 15, 2017Data on psychosocial and psychiatric variables of patients with HNC prior to treatment was analyzed to determine the extent of cognitive impairment and quality of life for patients with head and neck cancer, and its impact on patient outcomes.
Yoga Programs May Improve Quality of Life for Patients with NSCLC and Their Caregivers
October 27, 2017This study evaluated the feasibility and potential efficacy of a yoga intervention for patients with NSCLC and their caregivers.
Symptoms, Economic Burden Reduce QoL in Gastrointestinal Cancer Survivors
October 06, 2017A cross-sectional survey revealed the impact of symptoms and economic burden on quality of life for survivors of gastrointestinal cancer.
De-escalated Radiation Therapy Improves Quality of Life in Throat Cancer
September 29, 2017Aggressive de-escalation of chemoradiation after surgery in patients with HPV-associated OPSCC led to similar disease control and improved quality of life and safety profile compared with historical controls, according to data presented at the ASTRO 59th Annual Meeting.
Niraparib Maintains Quality of Life in Recurrent Ovarian Cancer
September 08, 2017Administering niraparib to patients with recurrent ovarian cancer after CR or PR to platinum-based chemotherapy may allow patients to continuously maintain QOL during treatment, reported researchers in presentation at ESMO 2017 Congress.
Cancer Patient Caregivers Have Increased Burden With Assessment Dissonance
August 15, 2017There is an increased burden on caregivers to not only assist with IADLs but also to assess patient conditions and provide health care information.
Pain Management, Cancer Care at End-of-Life Improved by Caregiver Education, Training Intervention
August 01, 2017Novel intervention focuses on caregivers' beliefs, knowledge, and skills regarding home care for patients with cancer resulting in improved pain management and better overall care at the end of life.
Resistance Training, Nutritional Interventions Prevent Muscle Loss During, After Radiotherapy for Head and Neck Cancer
August 01, 2017Intervention with resistance training and nutritional supplements during and after radiation therapy is not only feasible, but also shown to prevent loss of muscle mass and improve quality of life in patients with head and neck cancer (HNC).
Deodorant, Antiperspirant Use During Radiation Therapy for Breast Cancer Not Detrimental
July 25, 2017Use of antiperspirant or deodorant does not adversely affect potential for dermal toxicity or surface concentrations of aluminum in the axilla in women undergoing radiation therapy for breast cancer.
Skin Toxicity Evaluation in Patients Treated With Cetuximab for Metastatic Colorectal Cancer: A New Tool for More Accurate Comprehension of Quality of Life Impacts
July 14, 2017This research aims to assess the correlation between quality of life (QoL) and severity of dermatological toxicity in patients with metastatic colorectal cancer.
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