Fear of cancer recurrence in patients with multiple myeloma: Prevalence and predictors based on a family model analysis

Hu, Xiaochun; Wang, Weida; Wang, Ye; Liu, Ke

doi:10.1002/pon.5546

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“…Due to the FoP, patients will have large emotional fluctuations, which will eventually affect the treatment effect and quality of life. At present, there are few studies on FoP in lung cancer patients in China (9), and in this study we hoped to develop an understanding of its relationship with QOL in lung cancer patients to increase awareness in medical settings and the community. We present the following article in accordance with the SURGE reporting checklist (available at https://dx.doi.org/10.21037/ apm-21-2821).…”

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Correlation research between fear of disease progression and quality of life in patients with lung cancer

Xiao-feng¹,

Long²,

Chen³

et al. 2022

Ann Palliat Med

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Background: Lung cancer has the highest incidence rate and mortality rate of all malignancies. In recent years, the therapeutic effect of lung cancer has been greatly improved, but the fear of disease progression still directly affects the quality of life (QOL) of patients. The aim of this study was to evaluate the factors affecting the progression of fear of disease and its impact on the quality of life in patients with lung cancer.Methods: From December 2019 to February 2020, 102 patients with lung cancer in the Department of Thoracic Oncology of a top three hospital were investigated by using the simplified fear of disease progression scale (FoP-Q-SF) and the quality-of-life scale for cancer patients (FACT-G). Data were collected and statistically analyzed by SPSS25.0 software.Results: A total of 110 questionnaires were distributed and 102 valid questionnaires were recovered, indicating a recovery rate of 92.7%. The results of multiple stepwise regression analyses showed that blood group, monthly income, and mood state were the influencing factors for the progression of phobic diseases in cancer patients (P<0.05), and the score of progression of phobic disease was negatively correlated with the quality-of-life score (r=−0.382). Conclusions:The progress of phobic diseases in patients with lung cancer seriously affects their QOL, and further attention by medical staff in providing health education, psychological counseling, social support, and other measures is required.

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Correlation research between fear of disease progression and quality of life in patients with lung cancer

Xiao-feng¹,

Long²,

Chen³

et al. 2022

Ann Palliat Med

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“…Caregiver FCR was unrelated to survivor communication [60]. There were somewhat inconsistent associations with caregiver social support/constraint, with 4/6 studies finding no association [30,52,56,74], but one study finding a negative association with social support [53] and another finding a positive association [33].…”

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“…There were negative associations with the meaning of illness [4,58]. Two studies found no association with family hardiness [4,52,56].…”

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A systematic mixed studies review of fear of cancer recurrence in families and caregivers of adults diagnosed with cancer

Smith

Lambert

et al. 2021

J Cancer Surviv

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Purpose Fear of cancer recurrence (FCR) may be equally prevalent, persistent and burdensome in cancer caregivers as in survivors. This systematic review evaluated FCR prevalence, severity, correlates, course, impact and interventions in cancer caregivers. Methods Electronic databases were searched from 1997 to May 2021. Two reviewers identified eligible peer-reviewed qualitative or quantitative studies on FCR in adult caregivers or family members of adult cancer survivors. The risk of bias was assessed using the Cochrane Risk of Bias tools for randomised and non-randomised studies and the Mixed-Methods Appraisal Tool. A narrative synthesis and thematic synthesis occurred on quantitative and qualitative studies, respectively. Results Of 2418 papers identified, 70 reports (59 peer-reviewed articles, 11 postgraduate theses) from 63 studies were included. Approximately 50% of caregivers experienced FCR. Younger caregivers and those caring for survivors with worse FCR or overall health reported higher FCR. Most studies found caregivers' FCR levels were equal to or greater than survivors'. Caregivers' FCR was persistently elevated but peaked approaching survivor follow-up appointments. Caregivers' FCR was associated with poorer quality of life in caregivers and survivors. Three studies found couple-based FCR interventions were acceptable, but had limited efficacy. Conclusions FCR in caregivers is prevalent, persistent and burdensome. Younger caregivers of survivors with worse overall health or FCR are at the greatest risk. Further research on identifying and treating caregivers' FCR is required. Implications for Cancer Survivors Caregiver and survivor FCR are similarly impactful and appear interrelated. Addressing FCR may improve outcomes for both cancer caregivers and survivors.

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“…This finding is similar to those obtained for patients with multiple myeloma (57.65 ± 7.73) and inflammatory bowel disease (58.61 ± 5.95) in China. 9,10 There are two possible explanations for this finding. First, the above three diseases may share several similar characteristics, such as a long disease course, frequent recurrence, and incurability.…”

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“…7 The Resiliency Model of Family Stress posits that family hardiness is an important resistance and a family resource that plays a fundamental role in successful adaptation. 8 Previous studies have shown that higher levels of family hardiness are associated with lower levels of fear of disease recurrence, 9 higher levels of psychological resilience, and more successful family adaption. 8,10,11 However, within the medical domain, most studies about family hardiness have tended to focus on families with ill or disabled children or patients with malignant tumors rather than those with common chronic diseases such as HF, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and diabetes.…”

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Family Hardiness in Patients with Heart Failure: Exploring Protective Factors and Identifying the Mediator

Peng

Wang

Sun

et al. 2021

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Background Struggling with heart failure (HF) may be a distressful experience for the entire family. As a key variable contributing to positive family functioning, family hardiness can protect against HF-related harm. Thus, recognizing factors associated with family hardiness could promote strategies that enable successful adaptation to HF. This study aimed to explore protective factors linked to family hardiness among HF patients. Patients and Methods A cross-sectional study was undertaken in 2020 among 167 HF patients in Nanjing, China. The study measures comprised a self-designed general information questionnaire, the Family Hardiness Index, the Mutuality Scale, the Positive and Negative Affect Scale, and the Simplified Coping Style Questionnaire. The data analysis was performed using IBM SPSS, version 25 and comprised Pearson’s correlation analysis, a multiple linear regression model, and an analysis of mediating effects. Results The average Family Hardiness Index score for the 167 HF patients was 57.95 ± 11.41. The multiple linear regression analysis revealed that mutuality, active coping style, and positive emotions of HF patients positively predicted family hardiness (β = 0.359, 0.308, and 0.215, respectively; all P ˂ 0.05). Mutuality between patients and family members had partial mediating effects between active coping style, positive emotions, and family hardiness. Conclusion Our results revealed that patients’ active coping styles, positive emotions, and mutuality were protective factors associated with family hardiness. In light of our findings, we suggest that active coping strategies, positive emotions, and, especially, closer relationships within families should be encouraged during the rehabilitation and follow-up care of HF patients.

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Fear of cancer recurrence in patients with multiple myeloma: Prevalence and predictors based on a family model analysis

Cited by 29 publications

References 29 publications

Correlation research between fear of disease progression and quality of life in patients with lung cancer

Correlation research between fear of disease progression and quality of life in patients with lung cancer

A systematic mixed studies review of fear of cancer recurrence in families and caregivers of adults diagnosed with cancer

Family Hardiness in Patients with Heart Failure: Exploring Protective Factors and Identifying the Mediator

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