Investigation of body image as a mediator of the effects of bowel and GI symptoms on psychological distress in female survivors of rectal and anal cancer

Benedict, Catherine; Rodríguez, Vivian M.; Carter, Jeanne; Temple, Larissa K.; Nelson, Christian J.; DuHamel, Katherine N.

doi:10.1007/s00520-015-2976-2

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“…On the basis of this framework, we assumed that changes in appearance caused by OCC, and its treatment would lead to differences in internalization and representation between males and females. Previous studies of cancer patients indicated that poor physical function, greater emotional distress, poor psychosocial function, and female gender were negatively associated with body image satisfaction. These patients may also experience altered body image after treatment, although insufficient attention has been devoted to this important topic.…”

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Factors influencing body image in posttreatment oral cavity cancer patients

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Objective: The purpose of this study of posttreatment oral cavity cancer (OCC) patients was to identify factors associated with self-reported overall body image, perceived attractiveness, and dissatisfaction with body appearance. Methods: This cross-sectional study recruited patients with OCC from the outpatient radiation department of a single cancer center in Northern Taiwan. Demographic and clinical characteristics were recorded, and patients were assessed using the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS), the Liebowitz Social Anxiety Scale (LSAS), the University of Washington Quality of Life Scale (UW-QOL), and the Body Image Scale (BIS). Results: A total of 168 patients were included in this current study, 76 females and 92 males. Negative overall body image was associated with greater degree of depression, greater fear of social interactions, poorer social-emotional function, receipt of surgery, female gender, and greater avoidance of social interaction; these factors explained 49.0% of the variance in this outcome measure. Poor perceived attractiveness was associated with greater depression, greater fear of social interaction, and receipt of surgery; these factors explained 25.4% of the variance in this outcome measure. Dissatisfaction with body appearance was associated with poor socialemotional function, greater fear of social interaction, receipt of reconstruction, advanced cancer stage, and female gender; these factors explained 52.2% of the variance in this outcome measure. Conclusions: This study of posttreatment OCC patients indicated that depression and fear of social interaction strongly influenced overall body image, perceived attractiveness, and dissatisfaction with body appearance. KEYWORDS cancer, body image, depression, oncology, quality of life 1 | BACKGROUNDCancer is a leading cause of mortality and morbidity worldwide. Oral cavity cancer (OOC), which refers to cancer anywhere in the mouth (including the lips, tongue, cheeks, mouth floor, and gums) 1 has an annual worldwide incidence 2 of 300 000. In Taiwan, OCC has become the fourth most common cancer among males, and the most common sites for OCC are the buccal mucosa and tongue. The high incidence of OCC in Taiwan reflects the widespread practice of betel quid chewing by males. 3 The cancer itself and its treatment commonly

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Factors influencing body image in posttreatment oral cavity cancer patients

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“…Risk factors for depressive symptoms include: In a heterogeneous sample of adult cancer survivors, a diagnosis of melanoma, survivors not in remission, and smoking 33 Females 61 A higher number of comordbid conditions 36,63,74 Negative body image for women 75,76 Financial problems 64,71,77,78 Within the first 2 years of survivorship 79 Prior history of depression 33,35 A sedentary lifestyle 33,35 Loneliness 80 …”

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Anxiety and Depression in Cancer Survivors

Syrjala

2017

Medical Clinics of North America

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Synopsis Most cancer survivors adjust well to life after cancer but some experience persisting negative mood such as cancer-related fears, post-traumatic stress, anxiety, or depression. Mood fluctuations may not reach criteria for a clinical diagnosis but sub-clinical symptoms can interfere with quality of life. Females, and adolescents and young adults are particularly at risk for mood disturbances. Behavioral interventions such as cognitive behavioral therapy and pharmacological treatments can effectively treat these distressing emotions. Much of the research on managing emotional needs after cancer has been completed with breast cancer survivors and more work is needed with diverse groups of survivors.

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“…The most common instruments used were the EORTC-QLQ-C30 [21,23,25,33,36], the EORTC-QLQ-CR38 [13,14,20,21,24,25,32,33,37], and the FSFI [13, 15-18, 23, 24, 26-28, 30, 31, 33, 34, 38, 39]. These measures have strong reliability and validity.…”

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“…Changes in body function after cancer treatment have been shown to impact the way survivors view themselves and interact with others [13,14,26,31,33]. Reintegrating into social relationships, including intimate relationships and friendships, can be challenging.…”

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“…While retrospective cross-sectional survey studies are feasible and convenient methods to examine areas of interest [13-15, 17, 19-21, 24-26, 30-34], this study design is also subject to recall bias. The studies reported in this review used various PRO measures to assess aspects of QOL, including the EORTC-QLQ-C30 [21,23,25,33], EORTC-QLQ-CR38 [13,14,20,21,24,25,32,33], and the FSFI [13, 15-18, 23-28, 30, 31, 33, 34], but additional validated measures specific to sexual function are needed to understand the complexity of intimacy during and after colorectal/anal cancer treatment.…”

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Sexual Function in Women with Colorectal/Anal Cancer

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Introduction: Treatments for colorectal and anal cancers can have a detrimental impact on sexual function. Type of treatment, which may include surgery, radiation and/or chemotherapy, varies by disease site and severity. Treatment and long-term side effects can impact sexual function and intimacy for patients and their partners. Aim: To review the literature regarding treatment for colorectal/anal cancer and its impact on female sexual function, and to provide an assessment of medical outcomes and patient-reported outcomes (PROs) of women with a history of colon, rectal, or anal cancer seeking sexual health treatment. Methods: We performed a PubMed search to identify peer-reviewed, English-language articles, published from 2008 to 2018, using the following search terms: "colorectal cancer," or "rectal cancer," or "anal cancer" and "sexual function," or "sexual dysfunction." We also assessed the medical outcomes and PROs from our recent cross-sectional cohort study of 99 women with a history of colon, rectal, or anal cancer seeking sexual health treatment. Main Outcome Measures: Sexual function, quality of life, and PROs after colorectal/anal cancer Results: Twenty-three studies were identified. Study designs included 15 cross-sectional survey studies, 5 longitudinal studies, 2 psychoeducational interventions, and 1 pilot study. Ten studies included women and 13 included both men and women. The literature and our cohort confirmed

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Investigation of body image as a mediator of the effects of bowel and GI symptoms on psychological distress in female survivors of rectal and anal cancer

Cited by 25 publications

References 43 publications

Factors influencing body image in posttreatment oral cavity cancer patients

Factors influencing body image in posttreatment oral cavity cancer patients

Anxiety and Depression in Cancer Survivors

Sexual Function in Women with Colorectal/Anal Cancer

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