Return to Work After Early-stage Breast Cancer: A Cohort Study into the Effects of Treatment and Cancer-related Symptoms

Balak, Fulya; Roelen, Corné; Koopmans, Petra C.; Berge, E. E. ten; Groothoff, Johan W.

doi:10.1007/s10926-008-9146-z

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“…The after-effects of breast cancer treatment were the most frequently expressed barriers to RTW. Similar findings had been widely reported by researchers (Aina et al, 2007;2009;Balak et al, 2008;Hassett et al, 2009). These signs and symptoms of breast cancer treatment will lead to long sick leave among breast cancer patients other personal factors such as attitudes, beliefs and values also influence decision-making for RTW.…”

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Return to Work in Multi-ethnic Breast Cancer Survivors - A Qualitative Inquiry

Tan

Loh²,

Su³

et al. 2012

Asian Pacific Journal of Cancer Prevention

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Introduction: Return-to-work (RTW) can be a problematic occupational issue with detrimental impact on the quality of life of previously-employed breast cancer survivors. This study explored barriers and facilitators encountered during the RTW process in the area of cancer survivorship. Materials and Methods: Six focus groups were conducted using a semi-structured interview guide on 40 informants (employed multiethnic survivors). Survivors were stratified into three groups for successfully RTW, and another three groups of survivors who were unable to return to work. Each of the three groups was ethnically homogeneous. Thematic analysis using a constant comparative approach was aided by in vivo software. Results: Participants shared numerous barriers and facilitators which directly or interactively affect RTW. Key barriers were physical-psychological after-effects of treatment, fear of potential environment hazards, high physical job demand, intrusive negative thoughts and overprotective family. Key facilitators were social support, employer support, and regard for financial independence. Across ethnic groups, the main facilitators were financial-independence (for Chinese), and socialisation opportunity (for Malay). A key barrier was after-effects of treatment, expressed across all ethnic groups. Conclusions: Numerous barriers were identified in the non-RTW survivors. Health professionals and especially occupational therapists should be consulted to assist the increasing survivors by providing occupational rehabilitation to enhance RTW amongst employed survivors. Future research to identify prognostic factors can guide clinical efforts to restore cancer survivors to their desired level/type of occupational functioning for productivity and wellbeing.

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Return to Work in Multi-ethnic Breast Cancer Survivors - A Qualitative Inquiry

Tan

Loh²,

Su³

et al. 2012

Asian Pacific Journal of Cancer Prevention

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“…A cut-off time of 10 months was chosen since all treatments with chemotherapy and irradiation were expected to have been completed by that point. This RTW rate was similar to that found in previous studies in Europe and North America, confirming that the rate of RTW among women treated for breast cancer appears to be fairly high [4,7,8,15].…”

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confidence: 89%

“…These secondary effects may affect work capacity even after treatments are completed [7]. In one study, women diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer were absent an average of 11.4 months because of cancer [8]. The absence was strongly influenced by the type of treatment, with especially chemotherapy resulting in absence.…”

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Predictors of return to work ten months after primary breast cancer surgery

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“…Employed women consider their return to work a significant aspect of returning to participation [19] [20] and one that helps them to increase feelings of normalcy and distracts them from focusing on their illness [21]. Delayed return to work following treatment for BC influences personal health and well-being, family economy, and social relations at the workplace [21] [22].…”

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Participation in Daily Activities among Working Women Following Breast Cancer

Loubani-Hawaita¹,

Schreuer²,

Milman³

2016

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Introduction: This study aimed to identify the variables explaining retained activity level for working women with breast cancer; the variables correlating with their performance in daily activities they prioritize; and factors facilitating or restricting their return to work. Method: Sixty working women with breast cancer aged 25 -65 years completed a personal data questionnaire, the modified Activity Card Sort, the Canadian Occupational Performance Measure; and two openended questions about facilitators and barriers to work. Results: Activity levels dropped by a quarter following BC treatments. Most women (67%) decreased their weekly working hours, although a third identified work as their highest priority. A higher total retained activity level was explained by fewer limitations on the range of motion (upper extremity), age younger than 45 years, and higher educational attainment. Cognitive limitations and limited range of motion negatively correlated with retained activity level at work. Personal and disease factors, job demands, and environmental factors facilitated or restricted return to work. Conclusion: Interventions should focus on physical and cognitive rehabilitation to regain functioning in the context of work and productive daily activities. Special attention should be paid to the greater needs of younger women.

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Return to Work After Early-stage Breast Cancer: A Cohort Study into the Effects of Treatment and Cancer-related Symptoms

Cited by 129 publications

References 32 publications

Return to Work in Multi-ethnic Breast Cancer Survivors - A Qualitative Inquiry

Return to Work in Multi-ethnic Breast Cancer Survivors - A Qualitative Inquiry

Predictors of return to work ten months after primary breast cancer surgery

Participation in Daily Activities among Working Women Following Breast Cancer

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