Quality of Life Issues Following Breast Cancer Treatment

Abdo, James F.; Ortman, Holly; Rodríguez, Natàlia; Tillman, Rachel; Riordan, Elizabeth O.; Seydel, Anna

doi:10.1016/j.suc.2022.08.014

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“…There is an urgent need for the development and clinical applications of novel treatment methods, in addition to radiotherapy, for local treatment to effectively improve the chances of converting patients with non-surgical LABC into candidates for surgery, enabling them to undergo radical surgical procedures. This move will also provide better local control treatment for patients relying on palliative systemic therapy, ultimately improving their quality of life [ 22 ].…”

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Diagnosis and treatment status of inoperable locally advanced breast cancer and the application value of inorganic nanomaterials

Wu,

He,

Zhao

et al. 2024

J Nanobiotechnol

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Locally advanced breast cancer (LABC) is a heterogeneous group of breast cancer that accounts for 10–30% of breast cancer cases. Despite the ongoing development of current treatment methods, LABC remains a severe and complex public health concern around the world, thus prompting the urgent requirement for innovative diagnosis and treatment strategies. The primary treatment challenges are inoperable clinical status and ineffective local control methods. With the rapid advancement of nanotechnology, inorganic nanoparticles (INPs) exhibit a potential application prospect in diagnosing and treating breast cancer. Due to the unique inherent characteristics of INPs, different functions can be performed via appropriate modifications and constructions, thus making them suitable for different imaging technology strategies and treatment schemes. INPs can improve the efficacy of conventional local radiotherapy treatment. In the face of inoperable LABC, INPs have proposed new local therapeutic methods and fostered the evolution of novel strategies such as photothermal and photodynamic therapy, magnetothermal therapy, sonodynamic therapy, and multifunctional inorganic nanoplatform. This article reviews the advances of INPs in local accurate imaging and breast cancer treatment and offers insights to overcome the existing clinical difficulties in LABC management. Graphical Abstract

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Diagnosis and treatment status of inoperable locally advanced breast cancer and the application value of inorganic nanomaterials

Wu,

He,

Zhao

et al. 2024

J Nanobiotechnol

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“…8 Therefore, considering that the essential aspects of QoL such as physical functioning, psychological health, social support, and spiritual well-being experienced by BC patients are strongly associated with lymphedema, QoL is widely perceived as a particularly significant factor in measuring symptom relief and prognosis among BC survivors. 9 …”

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Relationship between kinesiophobia and quality of life among patients with breast cancer–related lymphedema: Chain-mediating effect of self-care and functional exercise compliance

Wang,

2024

Asia-Pacific Journal of Oncology Nursing

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“…Regardless of the stage of breast cancer diagnosis, the physical, psychosocial and spiritual distress associated with this potentially life-limiting illness create rippling effects throughout a person’s life, as well as that of their support system. The onslaught of medical appointments, inpatient surgeries, outpatient procedures, and treatments place women at risk for a host of physical [ 4 – 6 ] and psychosocial side effects [ 7 , 8 ] creating obstacles for people to sustain their previous quality of life. For example, postoperative orders following breast surgery require that they lift no more than five pounds and not perform any repetitive arm movements on the side where they had breast surgery [ 9 ].…”

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Breast cancer treatment and recovery: pets’ roles as emotional buffers and stressors

Kogan,

Currin-McCulloch,

Cook

2023

BMC Women's Health

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Background Research suggests pets foster affection, connection, and physical activity, yet has failed to address the challenges people diagnosed with cancer face in caring for their pets. The objective of this study was to better understand how pets serve as emotional buffers and/or stressors for people diagnosed with breast cancer, and how their ability to meet their pet’s needs affects their well-being. Methods A cross-section study of people diagnosed with breast cancer in the United States was conducted. Adults diagnosed with stages 0 (in situ) -IV breast cancer and currently the primary guardian of at least one dog or cat and owned the animal(s) for at least 6 months, were recruited for the study. A total of 211 responses, obtained between July – November 2022 were analyzed. The survey included questions about participants’ demographics; attachment to their pets; physical, emotional, and functional well-being; social support received from their pet; and ‘pet parenting’ concerns. Descriptive statistics were calculated to describe participants’ demographics. Multiple regression analyses were conducted to determine predictors of pet attachment, well-being, support from pet, and ‘pet parenting’ concerns. Results People diagnosed with breast cancer derive substantial support from their pets (80% feel their pet makes them feel loved, needed, and offers a positive presence in the home), yet only 50% of participants feel this relationship is supported by their medical team. Controlling for owner demographics, heightened levels of pet-related guilt and concerns, along with lower perceived support from their pet, are all significant predictors of a lower quality of life. Conclusions Findings highlight the benefits pets offer people diagnosed with breast cancer, yet also the distress they feel in trying to meet their pet’s needs. Assessment conversations about pet ownership, including pet-related support systems, are needed to validate people’s concerns and support the identification and development of pet support teams. Medical team facilitated discussions about pet care needs is suggested to demonstrate support for the pet-parent bond and help normalize feelings of guilt related to challenges in meeting their pet’s needs. These discussions could be aided through the development of research-driven intervention strategies and online, freely accessible targeted tools.

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Quality of Life Issues Following Breast Cancer Treatment

Cited by 4 publications

References 43 publications

Diagnosis and treatment status of inoperable locally advanced breast cancer and the application value of inorganic nanomaterials

Diagnosis and treatment status of inoperable locally advanced breast cancer and the application value of inorganic nanomaterials

Relationship between kinesiophobia and quality of life among patients with breast cancer–related lymphedema: Chain-mediating effect of self-care and functional exercise compliance

Breast cancer treatment and recovery: pets’ roles as emotional buffers and stressors

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