Breast cancer survivorship in India

D'Souza, Rebecca Brian; Ghose, Joy Debasis; Nag, Shona

doi:10.4103/ijmr.ijmr_2679_20

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“…It shows that using 10 W input power, temperature in the tumor spot increased to the therapeutic temperature of 41.3 °C. While, temperature in the surrounding tumor area was within human tolerance [ 19 ], this indicated that it was safe from thermal damage.…”

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Design method of a focusing dielectric lens antenna and temperature increment measurement at the focusing spot

Abd Rahman,

Kamardin,

Yamada

et al. 2024

Heliyon

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Design method of a focusing dielectric lens antenna and temperature increment measurement at the focusing spot

Abd Rahman,

Kamardin,

Yamada

et al. 2024

Heliyon

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“…This, in turn, has resulted in an increasing number of young survivors living beyond treatment in that region. While the physician is more cautious about the immediate side effects of cancer treatment and signs of recurrence, the survivor is more concerned about the hindrances to day-to-day activities caused by post treatment lymphedema, fatigue, pain, hot flashes, and so on [ 10 ]. Survivorship research is gaining importance in the presently, as the difficulties and challenges faced by these women can no more be ignored [ 11 ].…”

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Work Ability, Anxiety, and Depression among Long-Term Breast Cancer Survivors of Northern Kerala, India; A Historical Cohort Study

Ambali Parambil,

Kannan

2024

Asian Pac J Cancer Prev

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Background: Increasing number of breast cancer cases, and improved survival due to advancements in early detection, and treatment resulted in an increase in women living beyond a cancer diagnosis. Survivors have to face long-term physical effects as well as psychosocial issues post-treatment. This study aims to study survivourship in terms of work ability, anxiety and depression. Methods: Retrospective cohort study on female breast cancer survivors from Hospital Based Cancer Registry (HBCR) of a Tertiary Cancer Centre (TCC). Data from 2016 (n=534) were collected from the medical records, and a follow-up survey (n=209) was conducted in 2022 to study their survivorship issues. Results: In 2022, the mean age of the cohort (n=209) was 55.45 ± 9.36. The mean work ability score was 40.7±5.73 (95% CI 39.92 to 41.48). In the multivariate binary logistic regression model, those who were married (OR 7.15, 95%CI 2.61 to 19.55), disease-free (OR 15.27, 95% CI 2.36 to 98.7), employed (OR 9.09, 95%CI 1.12 to 73.5), having no fatigue (OR 2.6, 95% CI 1.05 to 6.48), no pain (OR 3.11, 95% CI 1.16 to 8.35), and no depression (OR 6.58, 95% CI 1.82-23.8) were found to have optimal work ability. Anxiety (OR 4.93, 95% CI 1.76 to 13.76), and sub-optimal work ability (OR 4.22, 95% CI 1.39 to 12.77) were predictors of depression among survivors. Disease status and fatigue were associated with all three dimensions of survivorship in our study. Conclusion: Understanding survivorship will help improve health outcomes in this population. In our study, work ability, anxiety, depression, and their associated factors were found to be interrelated. Interventions in these areas can go a long way in improving breast cancer survivorship.

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“…A systematic review conducted by Boby et al reported financial toxicity among patients with cancer in India and suggested the need for urgent mitigation strategies [ 23 ]. However, information concerning BCS is scarce [ 24 ]. Also, as far as our knowledge goes, there is no information on FH among BCS in India.…”

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Burden of Financial Hardship Among Breast Cancer Survivors in Maharashtra, India

Patra,

deSouza,

Nag

et al. 2024

Cureus

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Introduction: Improved breast cancer treatments have increased survival rates, but prolonged and costly therapies strain survivors financially. This study addresses the dearth of research on financial difficulties among breast cancer survivors (BCS) in India.Methods: A mixed-methods study was employed; we assessed financial hardship (FH) using the Comprehensive Score for Financial Toxicity-Functional Assessment of Chronic Illness Therapy (COST-FACIT), a validated 12-item questionnaire. The minimum score represents FH (FH was categorized based on scores <27).Results: Out of 80 surveyed BCS, 60% experienced FH and had a median age of 48 years (40.5-56.5 years). Factors such as occupation, education, income, expenditures, insurance coverage, and impact on savings exhibited significant associations with FH. With only one-third having health insurance and 43.8% selffunding treatment, this research sheds light on the urgent need for targeted support and policies to alleviate the financial burdens faced by BCS in the Indian context. Conclusion: Financial hardship harms the mental and physical health of BCS. Collaborative efforts among policymakers, healthcare professionals, and insurers are crucial to establishing a compassionate healthcare system that addresses both immediate health and long-term financial concerns.

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Breast cancer survivorship in India

Cited by 5 publications

References 6 publications

Design method of a focusing dielectric lens antenna and temperature increment measurement at the focusing spot

Design method of a focusing dielectric lens antenna and temperature increment measurement at the focusing spot

Work Ability, Anxiety, and Depression among Long-Term Breast Cancer Survivors of Northern Kerala, India; A Historical Cohort Study

Burden of Financial Hardship Among Breast Cancer Survivors in Maharashtra, India

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