Using immersive technology and architectural design to assist head and neck cancer patients’ recovery from treatment: A focus group and technology acceptance study

Greenway, Kathleen; Frisone, Caterina; Placidi, Andrea; Sanjay, K; Guest, Will; Winter, Stuart C.; Shah, Ketan; Henshall, Catherine

doi:10.1016/j.ejon.2022.102261

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“…Other technologies, not classified in the abovementioned categories, were reported in nine studies. These included automated chatbots simulating human conversations through text or voice interactions (n = 3) [31][32][33], a touch-screen computer monitor for self-reporting psychosocial information in an ambulatory cancer clinic (n = 1) [34], an electronic health system facilitating patient-reported outcome data collection (n = 1) [35], a virtual reality platform supporting post-treatment rehabilitation (n = 1) [36], a voice-activated, interactive computer model enabling virtual conversations (n = 1) [37], a non-invasive optical technology for the remote screening of severe neutropenia (n = 1) [38], and a telemonitoring system consisting of a small point-of-care haematology analyser linked to a telecommunication hub facilitating the self-testing of patients' blood counts (n = 1) [39]. Figure 4 presents the number of included studies by technology category.…”

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Cancer Patients’ Perspectives and Requirements of Digital Health Technologies: A Scoping Literature Review

Lazarou,

Krooupa,

Nikolopoulos

et al. 2024

Cancers

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Digital health technologies have the potential to alleviate the increasing cancer burden. Incorporating patients’ perspectives on digital health tools has been identified as a critical determinant for their successful uptake in cancer care. The main objective of this scoping review was to provide an overview of the existing evidence on cancer patients’ perspectives and requirements for patient-facing digital health technologies. Three databases (CINAHL, MEDLINE, Science Direct) were searched and 128 studies were identified as eligible for inclusion. Web-based software/platforms, mobile or smartphone devices/applications, and remote sensing/wearable technologies employed for the delivery of interventions and patient monitoring were the most frequently employed technologies in cancer care. The abilities of digital tools to enable care management, user-friendliness, and facilitate patient–clinician interactions were the technological requirements predominantly considered as important by cancer patients. The findings from this review provide evidence that could inform future research on technology-associated parameters influencing cancer patients’ decisions regarding the uptake and adoption of patient-facing digital health technologies.

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Cancer Patients’ Perspectives and Requirements of Digital Health Technologies: A Scoping Literature Review

Lazarou,

Krooupa,

Nikolopoulos

et al. 2024

Cancers

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“…Challenges with new technologies include accessibility and navigability for different populations, regulation and acceptance by clinicians and patients [ 62 ]. However, the shift towards more flexible service models supports the changing population of HNC survivors, with structured support facilitating self-management and ownership of health conditions [ 70 , 71 ].…”

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Post-Radiotherapy Dysphagia in Head and Neck Cancer: Current Management by Speech-Language Pathologists

Govender,

Gilbody,

Simson

et al. 2024

Curr. Treat. Options in Oncol.

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Opinion statementDysphagia, difficulty in eating and drinking, remains the most common side effect of radiotherapy treatment for head and neck cancer (HNC) with devastating consequences for function and quality of life (QOL). Over the past decade, 5-year survival has improved due to multiple factors including treatment advances, reduction in smoking, introduction of the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine and more favourable prognosis of HPV-related cancers. Increased prevalence of HPV-positive disease, which tends to affect younger individuals, has led to an elevated number of people living for longer with the sequelae of cancer and its treatment. Symptoms are compounded by late effects of radiotherapy which may lead to worsening of dysphagia for some long-term survivors or new-onset dysphagia for others. Speech-language pathology (SLP) input remains core to the assessment and management of dysphagia following HNC treatment. In this article, we present current SLP management of dysphagia post-radiotherapy. We discuss conventional treatment approaches, the emergence of therapy adjuncts and current service delivery models. The impact of adherence on therapy outcomes is highlighted. Despite treatment advancements, patients continue to present with dysphagia which is resistant to existing intervention approaches. There is wide variation in treatment programmes, with a paucity of evidence to support optimal type, timing and intensity of treatment. We discuss the need for further research, including exploration of the impact of radiotherapy on the central nervous system (CNS), the link between sarcopenia and radiotherapy-induced dysphagia and the benefits of visual biofeedback in rehabilitation.

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“…A revolutionary shift in the knowledge and treatment of cancer has been brought about by the integration of digital technology with oncological care. Virtual reality, which immerses users in artificial environments, and augmented reality, which superimposes computer-generated content on the real world, provide flexible and exciting possibilities for cancer treatment [1]. These technologies have the potential to lower the financial and psychological burden of cancer, enhance medical education and training, streamline surgical procedures, enable precision medicine, and give patients more control over their therapeutic paths.…”

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“…The combination of digital technology with oncological care has resulted in a fundamental change in our understanding of and approach to treating cancer. Cancer treatment has flexible and exciting possibilities because to virtual reality, which immerses people in artificial surroundings, and augmented reality, which superimposes computer-generated content on the real world [1]. With the use of these technologies, cancer patients may have less financial and psychological hardship, receive better medical education and training, have simpler surgical procedures, have access to precision medicine, and have greater influence over their treatment options.…”

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Enhancing Cancer Care: Augmented and Virtual Reality Solutions

Chourasia

2024

IJRASET

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The present research delves into the various uses of augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) in cancer therapy, emphasizing their capacities as inventive, patient-focused interventions. It has been shown that AR and VR technology can improve surgical methods, improve medical education, lessen the psychological and physical effectsof cancer, enable precision medicine, and encourage patient participation throughout treatment. The paper describes a thorough methodology for creating an AR/VR system for cancer diagnosis, which includes incorporating it into medical curricula, creating personalized training regimens, reviewing relevant literature, and implementing it with great care.Through a multidisciplinary approach, this research seeks to develop an approachable framework by promoting collaboration among specialists in academia, technology, and medicine. The final objective is to generate a thorough study report that offers insightful information about utilizing AR and VR technologies to improve cancer detection and treatment in the medical domain.

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Using immersive technology and architectural design to assist head and neck cancer patients’ recovery from treatment: A focus group and technology acceptance study

Cited by 4 publications

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Cancer Patients’ Perspectives and Requirements of Digital Health Technologies: A Scoping Literature Review

Cancer Patients’ Perspectives and Requirements of Digital Health Technologies: A Scoping Literature Review

Post-Radiotherapy Dysphagia in Head and Neck Cancer: Current Management by Speech-Language Pathologists

Enhancing Cancer Care: Augmented and Virtual Reality Solutions

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