Review
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Alice Le Bonniec, Oonagh Meade, Milou Fredrix, Eimear Morrissey, Ronan E. O. 'Carroll, Patrick J. Murphy, Andrew W. Murphy, Jenny Mc Sharry
Summary: This meta-ethnography analyzed qualitative literature to investigate attitudes towards colorectal cancer screening and reasons for non-participation. The findings revealed that non-participants had a lack of knowledge and varying levels of intention to participate, but they did not perceive screening as personally necessary. Active aversion to screening, expressed through fear, discomfort, disgust, or a desire to avoid knowing, was also observed. Contextual barriers such as practical constraints and poor relationships with healthcare professionals were identified. The study suggests that addressing ambivalence, reassuring individuals about the screening procedures, and enhancing support from healthcare professionals may be effective in increasing screening uptake.
SOCIAL SCIENCE & MEDICINE
(2023)
Review
Surgery
James Tang, Jasmijn Kerklaan, Germaine Wong, Martin Howell, Nicole Scholes-Robertson, Chandana Guha, Ayano Kelly, Allison Tong
Summary: Medicine-taking among transplant recipients is a complex task that impacts outcomes significantly. Transplant recipients face threats to identity, uncertainty and distrust, treatment burdens, seeking and gaining confidence, recalibrating to a new normal post-transplant, and preserving graft survival. Interventions supporting adaptation to medicine-taking and addressing treatment burdens may improve patient satisfaction and medication adherence.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF TRANSPLANTATION
(2021)
Review
Nursing
Candice Richardson, Georgios Paslakis
Summary: Despite the common belief that eating disorders primarily affect women, the incidence among men is increasing. Men often seek help for their eating disorders late in the course of their illness and face unique challenges accessing appropriate treatment. There is a need for tailored interventions and increased awareness of men's experiences with eating disorders.
JOURNAL OF PSYCHIATRIC AND MENTAL HEALTH NURSING
(2021)
Review
Oncology
Ayuk Cucuk Iskandar, Erna Rochmawati, Rick Wiechula
Summary: The research conducted a systematic review to explore the suffering of cancer patients, focusing on three main aspects: the loss of normality, suffering in relation to others, and existential suffering. Suffering not only impacts patients' daily activities, but also affects those around them, leading to complex experiences beyond physical symptoms.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF ONCOLOGY NURSING
(2021)
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Laeeq ur Rehman, Muhammad Hassan Nisar, Wajeeha Fatima, Azza Sarfraz, Nishwa Azeem, Zouina Sarfraz, Karla Robles-Velasco, Ivan Cherrez-Ojeda
Summary: Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men worldwide, accounting for 21% of all cancer cases. This systematic review analyzed completed Phase III clinical trials on immunotherapy for prostate cancer, and also compiled an index of ongoing clinical trials. Promising results were found for ipilimumab intervention, and numerous ongoing trials are expected to further improve outcomes for patients with prostate cancer.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2023)
Review
Clinical Neurology
Krista Fisher, Zac E. Seidler, Kylie King, John L. Oliffe, Simon M. Rice
Summary: Anxiety disorders are commonly diagnosed among men, but research specifically focused on male anxiety is lacking. Men tend to rely on themselves rather than seeking formal help, and masculinity is related to anxiety in complex ways.
JOURNAL OF AFFECTIVE DISORDERS
(2021)
Review
Nutrition & Dietetics
Sarah A. Purcell, Camila L. P. Oliveira, Michelle Mackenzie, Paula Robson, John D. Lewis, Carla M. Prado
Summary: This systematic review suggests that higher whole-body fat mass may be associated with increased risk of prostate cancer, especially advanced/aggressive prostate cancer. Abdominal adipose tissue may also increase the risk of prostate cancer. Future research should further investigate the relationship between body composition and cancer risk to develop more targeted prevention strategies.
ADVANCES IN NUTRITION
(2022)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Linda Gellerstedt, Ann Langius-Eklof, Nazmije Kelmendi, Kay Sundberg, Asa G. Craftman
Summary: This study explores the experiences of men diagnosed with prostate cancer after opportunistic screening. The findings reveal differing opinions on screening and highlight the lack of routine screening as an injustice. The challenges faced during diagnosis and the mixed emotions that come with receiving a cancer diagnosis are also discussed. Men often feel hesitant to openly discuss their diagnosis due to the intimate nature of the condition.
HEALTH EXPECTATIONS
(2022)
Review
Health Care Sciences & Services
Henry David Jeffry Hogg, Mohaimen Al-Zubaidy, James Talks, Alastair K. Denniston, J. Kelly, Johann Malawana, Chrysanthi Papoutsi, Marion Dawn Teare, Pearse A. Keane, Fiona R. Beyer, Gregory Maniatopoulos
Summary: This qualitative systematic review identifies key stakeholders and their perspectives on clinical AI implementation, highlighting the interdependent factors and the importance of considering multiple stakeholder perspectives in research and practice. The underrepresentation of perspectives from stakeholders other than healthcare professionals may limit the understanding and management of factors influencing successful clinical AI implementation.
JOURNAL OF MEDICAL INTERNET RESEARCH
(2023)
Review
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Quentin Rollet, Laure Tron, Remy De Mil, Guy Launoy, Elodie Guillaume
Summary: The study conducted a systematic review of contextual factors related to cancer screening uptake, identifying various factors that can influence screening acceptance. While some factors were consistently associated with screening uptake, others showed less consistency. Screening disparities were not fully explained even after adjusting for individual and contextual factors, indicating a need for better understanding and measurement of contextual influences on screening behavior.
PREVENTIVE MEDICINE
(2021)
Review
Oncology
G. B. Crawford, A. Lakhani, L. Palmer, M. Sebalj, P. Rolan
Summary: This review aims to synthesize qualitative research exploring health professional and patient perspectives of breakthrough cancer pain (BtCP). Three sources, including nurse and patient perspectives, were identified through a systematic review approach. Overlapping themes across the studies included communication, defining BtCP, impact and management of BtCP, perceptions of BtCP, analgesia and pain relief, and training and professional development.
SUPPORTIVE CARE IN CANCER
(2023)
Article
Oncology
Tong Wang, Hui-Lin Cheng, Ping Kit Kitty Wong, Wen Dong
Summary: The study found that PC treatment significantly impaired patients' sexual functions, and their sexual health needs were mainly unmet by healthcare providers. Therefore, there is a great need to design culturally relevant interventions to improve sexual health among this population.
SUPPORTIVE CARE IN CANCER
(2022)
Review
Oncology
Brechtje D. M. Koopmann, Amir-Houshang Omidvari, Iris Lansdorp-Vogelaar, Djuna L. Cahen, Marco J. Bruno, Inge M. C. M. de Kok
Summary: There is limited evidence supporting the effectiveness of pancreatic cancer screening, with most studies focusing on small populations and short follow-up durations. Mathematical models suggest that screening can improve life expectancy in high-risk individuals, with greater gains for those with higher risk. However, in the general population, screening may decrease life expectancy.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CANCER
(2023)
Review
Oncology
Amy Brown, Jackie Yim, Scott Jones, Alex Tan, Emily Callander, Kerrianne Watt, Richard De Abreu Lourenco, Tilley Pain
Summary: This study assessed literature on men's preferences and perceptions of prostate cancer radiation therapy. A total of 27 studies were included, covering various stages and themes related to information needs, preferences and decisions, experiences, side effects, and support. However, there was a lack of research on patient preferences and perceptions, despite the numerous clinical and technical studies published in this area.
CLINICAL AND TRANSLATIONAL RADIATION ONCOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Geriatrics & Gerontology
Jiahui Nan, Yunzhu Duan, Shuang Wu, Lulu Liao, Xiaoyang Li, Yinan Zhao, Hongyu Zhang, Xianmei Zeng, Hui Feng
Summary: This article provides a systematic review of stakeholder perspectives on frailty screening in primary care, identifying both barriers and enablers. However, there is still a need for more research and efforts to explore influencing factors and address existing barriers.
Article
Urology & Nephrology
Chandana Guha, Anita van Zwieten, Rabia Khalid, Siah Kim, Amanda Walker, Anna Francis, Madeleine Didsbury, Armando Teixeira-Pinto, Belinda Barton, Chanel Prestidge, Emily Lancsar, Fiona Mackie, Joseph Kwon, Kirsten Howard, Kylie-Ann Mallitt, Martin Howell, Allison Jaure, Alison Hayes, Rakhee Raghunandan, Stavros Petrou, Suncica Lah, Steven McTaggart, Jonathan C. Craig, Germaine Wong
Summary: This multi-center longitudinal cohort study aimed to assess the trajectories of health-related quality of life (HRQoL) in children with chronic kidney disease (CKD) over time. The results showed that the HRQoL scores differed between children with different CKD stages, and the transition from dialysis to transplantation was significantly associated with the improvement in HRQoL. Children with CKD stage 1-5 and transplant recipients at baseline had stable HRQoL over time.
KIDNEY INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Article
Pediatrics
Chandana Guha, Rabia Khalid, Anita van Zwieten, Anna Francis, Carmel M. Hawley, Allison Jaure, Armando Teixeira-Pinto, Alistair R. Mallard, Amelie Bernier-Jean, David W. Johnson, Deirdre Hahn, Donna Reidlinger, Elaine M. Pascoe, Elizabeth G. Ryan, Fiona Mackie, Hugh J. McCarthy, Jonathan C. Craig, Julie Varghese, Charani Kiriwandeniya, Kirsten Howard, Nicholas G. Larkins, Luke Macauley, Amanda Walker, Martin Howell, Michelle Irving, Patrina H. Y. Caldwell, Reginald Woodleigh, Shilpanjali Jesudason, Simon A. Carter, Sean E. Kennedy, Stephen Alexander, Steven McTaggart, Germaine Wong
Summary: This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a patient navigator program in children with chronic kidney disease. A total of 162 patients were enrolled and randomized into immediate intervention and waitlisted groups. The results of the study will be completed by October 2022.
PEDIATRIC NEPHROLOGY
(2023)
Article
Urology & Nephrology
Eric H. Au, Germaine Wong, Allison Tong, Armando Teixeira-Pinto, Anita van Zwieten, Ellen Dobrijevic, Curie Ahn, Christopher D. Blosser, Bianca Davidson, Anna Francis, Kenar D. Jhaveri, Jolanta Malyszko, Alejandra Mena-Gutierrez, Kenneth A. Newell, Sarah Palmer, Nicole Scholes-Robertson, Helio Tedesco Silva Junior, Jonathan C. Craig
Summary: This study aimed to assess the range and variability of cancer outcomes in trials involving kidney transplant recipients. The results showed that cancer is an infrequently reported outcome and is inconsistently defined in trials of kidney transplant recipients. Consistent reporting of cancer outcomes would provide important information on the impact of cancer in patients after kidney transplantation.
KIDNEY INTERNATIONAL REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Urology & Nephrology
Katharine Hegerty, Allison Jaure, Nicole Scholes-Robertson, Kirsten Howard, Angela Ju, Nicole Evangelidis, Martin Wolley, Amanda Baumgart, David W. Johnson, Carmel M. Hawley, Donna Reidlinger, Laura Hickey, Alyssa Welch, Yeoungjee Cho, Peter G. Kerr, Matthew A. Roberts, Jenny I. Shen, Jonathan Craig, Rathika Krishnasamy, Andrea K. Viecelli
Summary: This study aimed to explore patients' perspectives on incremental hemodialysis (HD) and their priorities and concerns regarding HD. The study found that patients with kidney failure preferred incremental initiation of HD to minimize disruption to daily living and improve quality of life. The top prioritized outcomes were quality of life, residual kidney function, and mortality.
KIDNEY INTERNATIONAL REPORTS
(2023)
Review
Transplantation
Gregory J. Wilson, Kim Van, Emma O'Lone, Allison Tong, Jonathan C. Craig, Benedicte Sautenet, Klemens Budde, Derek Forfang, John Gill, William G. Herrington, Tazeen H. Jafar, David W. Johnson, Vera Krane, Adeera Levin, Jolanta Malyszko, Patrick Rossignol, Deirdre Sawinski, Nicole Scholes-Robertons, Giovanni Strippoli, Angela Wang, Wolfgang C. Winkelmayer, Carmel M. Hawley, Andrea K. Viecelli
Summary: This study aimed to assess the range and consistency of cardiovascular outcomes reported by contemporary trials in kidney transplant recipients, revealing substantial heterogeneity in cardiovascular outcome reporting.
TRANSPLANTATION DIRECT
(2023)
Review
Peripheral Vascular Disease
Patrizia Natale, Jia Yi Ni, David Martinez-Martin, Ayano Kelly, Clara K. Chow, Aravinda Thiagalingam, Corinne Caillaud, Benjamin Eggleton, Nicole Scholes-Robertson, Jonathan C. Craig, Giovanni F. M. Strippoli, Allison Jaure
Summary: This study explored the perspectives and experiences of self-monitoring of blood pressure in patients with hypertension. The findings revealed that self-monitoring of blood pressure can empower patients, provide reassurance and convenience, and complement medical diagnosis and treatment. However, there are challenges such as inadequate knowledge and understanding of blood pressure targets and interpretation, limited access to monitoring devices, and psychological burdens associated with self-monitoring.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF HYPERTENSION
(2023)
Article
Urology & Nephrology
Chanel H. Chong, Eric H. Au, Christopher E. Davies, Allison Jaure, Martin Howell, Wai H. Lim, Jonathan C. Craig, Armando Teixeira-Pinto, Germaine Wong
Summary: The risk of infection-related death has decreased significantly over time for patients on dialysis, but it still remains more than 20 times higher than the general population. Female gender, older age, and being Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander or Māori are associated with infection-related mortality.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF KIDNEY DISEASES
(2023)
Review
Urology & Nephrology
Patrizia Natale, Jing Zhang, Nicole Scholes-Robertson, Rosanna Cazzolli, David White, Germaine Wong, Chandana Guha, Jonathan Craig, Giovanni Strippoli, Giovanni Stallone, Loreto Gesualdo, Allison Jaure
Summary: The study revealed that COVID-19 exacerbated vulnerability and distress among individuals with chronic kidney disease and their caregivers, leading to uncertainty in accessing healthcare and reduced capacity for self-management. Optimizing telehealth services and providing more educational and psychosocial support may help improve self-management and the quality of care for this population during a pandemic.
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF KIDNEY DISEASES
(2023)
Editorial Material
Urology & Nephrology
Nicole Scholes-Robertson, Andrea K. Viecelli, Allison Tong, Simon A. Carter, Melanie Wyld, Amanda Sluiter, Karine E. Manera
CLINICAL JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN SOCIETY OF NEPHROLOGY
(2023)
Article
Urology & Nephrology
Nicholas G. G. Larkins, Wai Lim, Carrie Goh, Anna Francis, Hugh McCarthy, Siah Kim, Germaine Wong, Jonathan C. C. Craig
Summary: This study analyzed data from the Australia and New Zealand Dialysis and Transplant Registry and found that the initiation of kidney replacement therapy (KRT) in children and young adults has been happening earlier over time. However, earlier initiation of KRT did not affect patient survival. Clinical practice variation played a significant role in determining the timing of KRT initiation.
CLINICAL JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN SOCIETY OF NEPHROLOGY
(2023)
Article
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Alison Hayes, Rakhee Raghunandan, Anagha Killedar, Sarah Smith, Erin Cvejic, Martin Howell, Stavros Petrou, Emily Lancsar, Germaine Wong, Jonathan Craig, Kirsten Howard
Summary: This study aimed to assess the reliability, acceptability, validity, and responsiveness of the PedsQL and the CHU9D in measuring health-related quality of life (HRQoL) among children and adolescents with overweight and obesity. The results showed that both instruments demonstrated good internal consistency reliability and high acceptability. However, PedsQL showed better known groups validity and responsiveness compared to CHU9D. In conclusion, PedsQL and CHU9D have good psychometric properties in measuring HRQoL in pediatric overweight and obesity.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF OBESITY
(2023)
Article
Urology & Nephrology
Nicole Scholes-Robertson, Katrina Blazek, Allison Tong, Talia Gutman, Jonathan C. Craig, Beverley M. Essue, Kirsten Howard, Germaine Wong, Martin Howell
Summary: This study aims to quantify the financial impact and out-of-pocket expenditure of rural adult patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) in Australia. The survey results showed that the mean out-of-pocket expenses were 5056 AUD annually, and 78% of households experienced financial hardship, with 54% classified as experiencing financial catastrophe. Additionally, some participants had to relocate for a period greater than 3 months to access care, raising concerns about equity in Australia.
Article
Urology & Nephrology
Patrizia Natale, Manfred Hecking, Amelie Kurnikowski, Nicole Scholes-Robertson, Juan Jesus Carrero, Germaine Wong, Giovanni Strippoli, Allison Jaure
Summary: There is a gender disparity in access to kidney transplantation, with women being 20% less likely to receive a transplant compared to men across different backgrounds and socioeconomics. Nephrologists perceive that this disparity is exacerbated by gender norms, stigma, prejudice, and educational and financial disadvantages faced by women.
CLINICAL JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN SOCIETY OF NEPHROLOGY
(2023)
Article
Economics
Rakhee Raghunandan, Kirsten Howard, Sarah Smith, Anagha Killedar, Erin Cvejic, Martin Howell, Stavros Petrou, Emily Lancsar, Germaine Wong, Jonathan Craig, Alison Hayes
Summary: This study evaluated the psychometric properties of the PedsQL GCS and CHU9D in children and adolescents with common chronic health problems. Both instruments showed strong internal consistency, but weak convergent validity. Known group validity was demonstrated for PedsQL GCS, while CHU9D was only able to discriminate between certain health conditions.
APPLIED HEALTH ECONOMICS AND HEALTH POLICY
(2023)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Ann Livingstone, Kirsten Howard, Alexander M. Menzies, Georgina V. Long, Martin R. Stockler, Rachael L. Morton
Summary: This study aimed to quantify adult preferences for adjuvant immunotherapy for resected melanoma and the influence of varying levels of key attributes and baseline characteristics. The study found that 70% of respondents chose adjuvant immunotherapy over no adjuvant immunotherapy, preferring treatment that improved efficacy and safety. The importance of this study is rated 8 out of 10.
PATIENT-PATIENT CENTERED OUTCOMES RESEARCH
(2023)
