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Oncology
Megan C. Edmonds, Nina A. Bickell, Emily J. Gallagher, Derek LeRoith, Jenny J. Lin
Summary: This study found that Black women with breast cancer were more likely to underestimate their weight compared to White women, especially among those with higher BMI or waist circumference. Lower education and physical inactivity were associated with weight underestimation. Understanding breast cancer patients' perceptions about their weight can help inform lifestyle interventions to reduce obesity.
JOURNAL OF CANCER SURVIVORSHIP
(2022)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
C. Iavazzo, V. Psomiadou, Alexandros Fotiou, A. Prodromidou, A. Douligeris, S. Lekka, D. Korfias, E. Karavioti, G. Vorgias
Summary: This study presents a single-center experience of surgical treatment for morbidly obese women with gynecologic cancer and concurrent panniculectomy. The complications encountered during the surgeries highlight the safety and efficiency of performing both procedures simultaneously for selected obese patients.
ARCHIVES OF GYNECOLOGY AND OBSTETRICS
(2021)
Review
Medicine, General & Internal
Astrid Lahousse, Eva Roose, Laurence Leysen, Sevilay Tuemkaya Yilmaz, Kenza Mostaqim, Felipe Reis, Emma Rheel, David Beckwee, Jo Nijs
Summary: This review discusses the relationship between chronic pain and modifiable lifestyle factors among cancer survivors, including stress, insomnia, diet, obesity, smoking, alcohol consumption, and physical activity. Improving lifestyle behaviors can reduce mortality, comorbid conditions, and cancer-related side-effects. Inadequate stress response, insomnia, diet, and physical activity play important roles in pain management.
JOURNAL OF CLINICAL MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Oncology
Caroline Hesko, Wei Liu, Deo K. K. Srivastava, Tara M. M. Brinkman, Lisa Diller, Todd M. M. Gibson, Kevin C. C. Oeffinger, Wendy M. M. Leisenring, Rebecca Howell, Gregory T. T. Armstrong, Kevin R. R. Krull, Tara O. O. Henderson
Summary: This study explores neurocognitive outcomes in survivors of neuroblastoma and finds that survivors have a higher risk of impairments in emotional regulation and task efficiency. Factors such as treatment exposures, era of diagnosis, and chronic conditions are associated with these impairments. The study highlights the importance of identifying and managing these factors to improve outcomes for neuroblastoma survivors.
Article
Oncology
Michelle Yin, Cong Wang, Kai Gu, Pingping Bao, Xiao-Ou Shu
Summary: This study found that chronic pain is highly prevalent among long-term breast cancer survivors in China and is associated with obesity, physical inactivity, and several clinical factors.
JOURNAL OF CANCER SURVIVORSHIP
(2023)
Article
Oncology
Gabriella N. Heuchan, Phillippa J. Lally, Rebecca J. Beeken, Abigail Fisher, Rana E. Conway
Summary: This study aimed to explore factors associated with perceived need for weight change among cancer survivors. The results showed that a significant proportion of overweight and obese survivors did not perceive a need to lose weight, which was associated with factors such as age, gender, race, marital status, cancer spread, education level, comorbidities, and chemotherapy. Support for weight management is needed for cancer survivors.
JOURNAL OF CANCER SURVIVORSHIP
(2023)
Article
Oncology
Steven S. Coughlin, Biplab Datta, Avirup Guha, Xiaoling Wang, Neal L. Weintraub
Summary: Gynecologic cancer survivors are more likely to have cardiovascular disease and obesity compared to individuals without a cancer history, with higher prevalence of heart attack, stroke, and obesity.
GYNECOLOGIC ONCOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Oncology
E. Hwa Yun, Seri Hong, Eun Young Her, Bomi Park, Mina Suh, Kui Son Choi, Jae Kwan Jun
Summary: This study examined the participation rates of cancer screening programs among cancer survivors in Korea. Participation rates were found to be higher than 40% for stomach, breast, and cervical cancer screenings, but lower for colorectal cancer screening. Over the years, participation rates in the National Cancer Screening Program (NCSP) increased for all cancer types among cancer survivors, indicating a high demand for cancer screening. Further research may explore the impact of the NCSP on second cancer occurrence or mortality in cancer survivors, and the importance of cancer screening guidelines for this population.
Article
Oncology
Amanda E. Borsky, Samuel H. Zuvekas, Erin E. Kent, Janet S. de Moor, Quyen Ngo-Metzger, Anita Soni
Summary: This study investigated the sociodemographic characteristics of cancer survivors who have or had informal caregivers in the United States, with 55.2% of survivors reporting having informal caregivers. Gender, marital status, race/ethnicity, and health status were found to be associated with the likelihood of having an informal caregiver. Future research can explore the need for formal support for those without informal caregivers during cancer treatment and survivorship transition.
Article
Oncology
Sarah Balaam, Tom G. Bailey, Debra Anderson, James Retell, Alexandra L. McCarthy
Summary: The study aimed to investigate the alcohol consumption status among breast cancer patients and explore the impact of interventions on alcohol intake. It was found that most breast cancer patients practiced safe alcohol consumption, but there were factors associated with increased intake. The intervention resulted in a decrease in alcohol consumption among participants at week 12, but no sustained difference was observed at week 24.
Review
Pharmacology & Pharmacy
Vahideh Keyvani, Espanta Riahi, Meysam Yousefi, Seyed-Alireza Esmaeili, Rana Shafabakhsh, Amin Moradi Hasan-Abad, Maryam Mahjoubin-Tehran, Michael R. Hamblin, Samaneh Mollazadeh, Hamed Mirzaei
Summary: This article discusses the molecular mechanism of gynecologic cancer and the role of cancer stem cells (CSCs) in treatment, aiming to discover more specific therapeutic approaches to gynecologic cancer.
FRONTIERS IN PHARMACOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Li-Yun Tsai, Shiow-Luan Tsay, Chen-Yuan Hsu, Meng-Chuan Tsai, Chien-Miao Liu, Jung-Mei Tsai
Summary: Case managers play a crucial role in meeting the informational needs of patients with gynecologic cancer. This study aimed to understand their experiences in meeting those needs and to improve the overall quality of care. The results revealed three major themes and twelve subthemes, highlighting the importance of communication, comprehensive medical care, and support throughout the different stages of the disease. Overall, it is essential for cancer care managers to deliver personalized healthcare information in a timely manner to ensure high-quality care for gynecologic cancer patients.
TAIWANESE JOURNAL OF OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Surabhi Tewari, Roberto Vargas, Ofer Reizes
Summary: The link between obesity and various types of cancer, including breast, ovarian, and endometrial cancer, is well established. Adipokines, such as leptin, play a crucial role in carcinogenesis and tumor progression. Understanding the mechanisms and implications of adipokine signaling may lead to new treatment strategies and biomarkers for obesity-related cancers.
ANNALS OF THE NEW YORK ACADEMY OF SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Oncology
Gretchen E. Glaser, Olivia D. Lara, Bhavana Pothuri, Carolina Gomez Grimaldi, Lauren S. Prescott, Spyridon A. Mastroyannis, Sarah Kim, Adam C. ElNaggar, Diogo Torres, Lesley B. Conrad, Michaela McGree, Amy Weaver, Warner K. Huh, David E. Cohn, S. Diane Yamada, Amanda N. Fader
Summary: This study aimed to describe the clinical courses, treatment changes, and short-term clinical outcomes for gynecologic oncology patients with concurrent COVID-19 in the United States. The results showed that gynecologic oncology patients diagnosed with COVID-19 are at risk for hospitalization, delay of anti-cancer treatments, and death. Approximately 5% of patients died within 30 days after COVID-19 diagnosis.
GYNECOLOGIC ONCOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Oncology
Kimberly W. Keefe, Andrea Lanes, Kayla Stratton, Daniel M. Green, Eric J. Chow, Kevin C. Oeffinger, Sara Barton, Lisa Diller, Yutaka Yasui, Wendy M. Leisenring, Gregory T. Armstrong, Elizabeth S. Ginsburg
Summary: Linking the Childhood Cancer Survivor Study database to the Society for Assisted Reproductive Technology Clinic Outcome Reporting System revealed that childhood cancer survivors are as likely to undergo treatment with assisted reproductive technology as their siblings. The success of assisted reproductive technology was not reduced after alkylator exposure.