The functional assessment of cancer-vulvar: Reliability and validity

Janda, Monika; Obermair, Andreas; Cella, David; Perrin, Lewis; Nicklin, James L.; Ward, Bruce G.; Crandon, Alex J.; Trimmel, Michael

doi:10.1016/j.ygyno.2005.01.047

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“…Overall, the sample mean on the SF-12 MCS (52.7) was in the range of the normative score of 50. Similarly, the mean item score of 3.5 on the FACT subscales was comparable to cross-sectional data from validation samples (Basen-Engquist et al, 2001;Janda et al, 2005).…”

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Sexual Self Schema as a Moderator of Sexual and Psychological Outcomes for Gynecologic Cancer Survivors

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Gynecologic cancer patients are at high risk for emotional distress and sexual dysfunction. The present study tested sexual self schema as an individual difference variable that might be useful in identifying those at risk for unfavorable outcomes. First, we tested schema as a predictor of sexual outcomes,including bodychangestress. Second,we examined schema as a contributor to broader quality of life outcomes, specifically as a moderator of the relationship between sexual satisfaction and psychological statue (depressive symptoms and quality of life). A cross-sectional design was used. Gynecologic cancer survivors (N = 175) 2−10 years post treatment were assessed during routine follow up. In regression analyses controlling for sociodemographic variables, patients' physical symptoms/signs as evaluated by nurses, health status, and extent of partner sexual difficulties, sexual self schema accounted for significant variance in the prediction of current sexual behavior, responsiveness, and satisfaction. Moreover, schema moderated the relationship between sexual satisfaction and psychological outcomes, suggesting that a positive sexual self schema might "buffer" patients from depressive symptoms when their sexual satisfaction is low. Furthermore, the combination of a negative sexual self schema and low sexual satisfaction might heighten survivors' risk for psychological distress, including depressive symptomatology. These data support the consideration of sexual self schema as a predictor of sexual morbidity among gynecologic cancer survivors.

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Sexual Self Schema as a Moderator of Sexual and Psychological Outcomes for Gynecologic Cancer Survivors

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“…At present, vulva specific questionnaires translated into Dutch language are not available. We used a questionnaire based on an existing vulva specific questionnaire in English language (Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy-Vulvar; FACT-V) [14]. The questionnaire consists of four symptom scales (vulva specific symptoms, sexual functioning, edema, and urinating discomfort) and five functional scales (sexual functioning, physical functioning, body image, future perspective and contentment with procedure).…”

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A comparison of quality of life between vulvar cancer patients after sentinel lymph node procedure only and inguinofemoral lymphadenectomy

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Bock

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Gynecologic Oncology

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A comparison of quality of life between vulvar cancer patients after sentinel lymph node procedure only and inguinofemoral lymphadenectomy Oonk, M. H. M.; van Os, M. A.; de Bock, G. H.; de Hullu, J. A.; Ansink, A. C.; van der Zee, A. G. J. Take-down policy If you believe that this document breaches copyright please contact us providing details, and we will remove access to the work immediately and investigate your claim. Objectives. The SLN-procedure has been introduced in vulvar cancer treatment to reduce morbidity and thereby improve quality of life. Aim of this study was to compare quality of life in vulvar cancer patients who were treated with a SLN-procedure only to those who underwent inguinofemoral lymphadenectomy. Moreover, it was evaluated what patients would advise relatives on the application of the SLN-procedure in light of possible false negative results.Methods. Patients who participated in the GROningen INternational Study on Sentinel nodes in Vulvar cancer (GROINSS-V) were invited to fill out three questionnaires: the EORTC QLQ-C30, a vulvar specific questionnaire and a questionnaire about the opinion of patients on new treatment options. Patients who only underwent SLN-procedure were compared to those who subsequently underwent inguinofemoral lymphadenectomy because of a positive SLN.Results. With a response rate of 85%, 35 patients after the SLN-procedure and 27 patients after inguinofemoral lymphadenectomy filled out the questionnaires. No difference in overall quality of life was observed between the two groups. The major difference was the increase in complaints of lymphedema of the legs after inguinofemoral lymphadenectomy. The majority of patients would advise the SLN-procedure to relatives. Patients after inguinofemoral lymphadenectomy were more reserved concerning the acceptable false negative rate of a new diagnostic procedure.Conclusions. Patients who underwent the SLN-procedure report less treatment related morbidity compared to those who underwent inguinofemoral lymphadenectomy. However, this did not influence overall quality of life. Furthermore, patients who underwent inguinofemoral lymphadenectomy are more reserved in advising the SLN-procedure to relatives.

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“…Recently Janda et al reported on the initial psychometric evaluation of a vulvar cancer subscale, measuring concerns of patients with cancer of the vulva [49]. The aim was to establish its reliability and validity in combination with the Functional Assessment for Cancer Therapy General (FACT-G), which is one of the most widely used quality of life questionnaires [50].…”

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Surgery and radiotherapy in vulvar cancer

Hullu

Zee²

2006

Critical Reviews in Oncology/Hematology

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The functional assessment of cancer-vulvar: Reliability and validity

Abstract: The newly developed FACT-V provides a reliable and valid assessment of the quality of life of women with vulvar cancer. It can be used as a short measure of quality of life within research studies, and to facilitate communication about quality of life issues in clinical practice.

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Sexual Self Schema as a Moderator of Sexual and Psychological Outcomes for Gynecologic Cancer Survivors

Sexual Self Schema as a Moderator of Sexual and Psychological Outcomes for Gynecologic Cancer Survivors

A comparison of quality of life between vulvar cancer patients after sentinel lymph node procedure only and inguinofemoral lymphadenectomy

Surgery and radiotherapy in vulvar cancer

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