A comparison of men and women's experiences of chemotherapy-induced alopecia

Can, Gülbeyaz; Demir, Melike; Erol, Özgül; Aydıner, Adnan

doi:10.1016/j.ejon.2012.06.003

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“…[24] However, CIA appeared to be an important side-effect of cancer treatment for males too[326] and, when SC was actively offered to them, 37%[22] to 57%[23] chose it. Again, this shows the need for improved information provision.…”

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Familiarity, opinions, experiences and knowledge about scalp cooling: a Dutch survey among breast cancer patients and oncological professionals

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2015

Asia-Pacific Journal of Oncology Nursing

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Objective:Scalp cooling (SC) is applied to reduce chemotherapy-induced alopecia (CIA). The aim of this study was to investigate patients’ familiarity and opinions and oncological professionals’ attitude and knowledge about SC in the Netherlands.Methods:Ex breast cancer patients, nurses and medical oncologists (MDs) from SC and non-SC hospitals filled out questionnaires.Results:The majority of MDs and nurses were satisfied with the results of SC, as were SC patients. Over 33% of MDs and nurses perceived their knowledge level insufficient to inform patients about effectiveness, which was over 43% for information about safety. MDs main reason to not apply SC was doubt about effectiveness and safety. Nurses generally offered SC to a minority of eligible patients. Patients were frequently unfamiliar with SC before diagnosis. Seventy percent of SC patients with insufficient results (20/52) reported to mind it very much. With expected success rates of 35% and 50%, respectively, 36% and 54% of patients would use SC again.Conclusion:Room for improvement has been shown for both patients’ familiarity and oncological professionals’ knowledge about SC. Sharing knowledge about results, safety and patients’ experiences will improve patient counseling and SC availability. The results of this survey led to the development of a national standard on CIA and SC.

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Familiarity, opinions, experiences and knowledge about scalp cooling: a Dutch survey among breast cancer patients and oncological professionals

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2015

Asia-Pacific Journal of Oncology Nursing

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“…It also plays a role in intimate relationship between men and women (Can, Demir, Erol, & Aydiner, 2013;Nukunya, 2003) Therefore, the emotional reactions experienced by women could stem from the significance of the breast to women and the fear and anxiety associated with the removal of the breast. Therefore, emotional reactions reported were consistent with the existing literature (Antoni et al, 2001).…”

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Breast Cancer Diagnosis and Factors Influencing Treatment Decisions in Ghana

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2014

Health Care for Women International

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Researchers in this study explored the reactions of women with breast cancer and identified factors influencing treatment decisions. A qualitative exploratory approach was employed. Participants were recruited from a tertiary hospital and a breast cancer support group. Purposive sampling recruited 12 women. It was found that women identified breast lesions accidentally or intentionally and that diagnosis was delayed. Emotional reactions to diagnosis included shock and sadness. Factors that influenced treatment were the influence of other people, alternative sources of treatment, faith and support, knowledge, "tuning the mind," and effects on intimacy. Health professionals should develop effective communication and counseling skills for clients.

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“…Its role has largely been studied in patients with breast cancer; however, significant distress related to alopecia in male cancer patients warrants further investigation in this population. 107, 108 Although the ideal technique for cooling has yet to be elucidated, recent reports have yielded promising data regarding the optimal degree of cooling necessary 55 and the duration of post-infusion cooling. 72, 74 Further studies comparing different cooling techniques are needed.…”

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Supportive Cryotherapy: A Review From Head to Toe

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Context Conventional chemotherapy leads to multiple adverse mucocutaneous complications including oral mucositis, alopecia, ocular toxicity, and onycholysis. Limited pharmacologic interventions are available for preventing these clinical problems. Objectives This study aimed to critically review the role of cryotherapy (regional hypothermia) for alleviating these adverse symptoms. Methods A narrative review was performed, with an emphasis on randomized controlled trials. A comprehensive search using PubMed, Ovid, Embase, and MEDLINE® was completed. References of all cited articles also were reviewed. Data from the review were comprised of articles published between 1970 to May 2013. Results Available evidence suggests that regional hypothermia decreases the burden of chemotherapy-related oral mucositis, alopecia, ocular toxicity, and onycholysis. The major limitations of studies include the absence of blinded control groups and variable clinical endpoints. Conclusion Regional hypothermia decreases the burden of these four chemotherapy-induced complications and is well tolerated. More research is needed to determine what subgroups of cancer patients are most likely to respond to different types of regional hypothermia, the ideal duration of cooling needed, and to further improve the ease of use of the cooling devices.

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A comparison of men and women's experiences of chemotherapy-induced alopecia

Cited by 46 publications

References 26 publications

Familiarity, opinions, experiences and knowledge about scalp cooling: a Dutch survey among breast cancer patients and oncological professionals

Familiarity, opinions, experiences and knowledge about scalp cooling: a Dutch survey among breast cancer patients and oncological professionals

Breast Cancer Diagnosis and Factors Influencing Treatment Decisions in Ghana

Supportive Cryotherapy: A Review From Head to Toe

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