Demographic, medical, and psychosocial correlates to CAM use among survivors of colorectal cancer

Lawsin, Catalina; DuHamel, Katherine N.; Itzkowitz, Steven H.; Brown, Karen; Lim, Helen; Thelemaque, Linda; Jandorf, Lina

doi:10.1007/s00520-006-0198-3

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“…Unfortunately, some survivors may not benefit from, or desire to be involved in cancer support groups, due to difficulty discussing bowel-related concerns in a general cancer support forum because of embarrassment or lack of sensitivity from others (Baravelli et al, 2009;McCaughan et al, 2012;McMullen et al, 2008). Despite these issues, CRC survivors demonstrate particular resourcefulness in securing information and support outside the hospital environment, using telephone helplines, information booklets, internet resources, cancer peersupport, counselling, complementary/alternative medicine, and family support (Anderson et al, 2013;Appleton et al, 2013;Lawsin et al, 2007;McCaughan et al, 2012;McMullen et al, 2008;Nikoletti et al, 2008;Ramirez et al, 2009;Stein et al, 2009;Tofthagen, 2010).…”

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“…Fear of recurrence, depression, anxiety and distress are enduring issues for some survivors, heightened around the time of clinical appointments (Appleton et al, 2013;Chambers et al, 2012b;Dunn et al, 2013;Esplen et al, 2007;Faul et al, 2012;Krouse et al, 2009;Lawsin et al, 2007;Loi, 2011;Lynch et al, 2008c;McCaughan et al, 2012;Milbury et al, 2013;Nikoletti et al, 2008;Phipps et al, 2008;Ristvedt and Trinkaus, 2009;Schneider et al, 2007;Shun et al, 2011;Stein et al, 2009;Thong et al, 2013). The physical effects of CRC treatment, including bowel dysfunction and peripheral neuropathy had significant negative effects on CRC survivors' psychological well-being, body image, and adaption to survivorship (Bailey et al, 2015;Desnoo and Faithfull, 2006;Ho et al, 2015;McMullen et al, 2008;Padman et al, 2015;Palmer et al, 2013;Phipps et al, 2008;Schneider et al, 2007;Serpentini et al, 2011;Thong et al, 2011b;Tofthagen, 2010).…”

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Cancer survivorship: Advancing the concept in the context of colorectal cancer

Drury

Payne

Brady

2017

European Journal of Oncology Nursing

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Cancer survivorship: Advancing the concept in the context of colorectal cancer

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Payne

Brady

2017

European Journal of Oncology Nursing

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“…10,11 Others report that CAM use in patients with early-stage breast cancer was around 60% a month after surgery or during and after adjuvant therapies. 12,25 Similarly, 86% of cancer survivors of 7 to 8 years reported using CAMs, suggesting that CAM use continues into survivorship.…”

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“…14 CAM use was associated with lower quality of life (QOL) in patients with breast cancer 12 and more intrusive thoughts about cancer and poorer perceived QOL in colorectal cancer survivors. 10 CAM use also was associated with poorer functional QOL and worse fatigue and diarrhea, 8 showing mixed findings. In a prospective clinical trial, however, a breast cancer group using CAM reported better QOL at 1-year follow-up than non-CAM users.…”

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“…7,9 Among patients with cancer who have various solid tumors, about 75% reported using some type of CAM. 10,11 Patients with breast cancer seem to use CAM (84%) more than patients with other types of tumors (66%). 11 However, the types of CAM used and goal for using CAM among patients with cancer were similar, including nutritional therapy, massage, and herbal use with the primary goal of strengthening the immune system.…”

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Changes in Complementary and Alternative Medicine Use Across Cancer Treatment and Relationship to Stress, Mood, and Quality of Life

Kang

McArdle

Suh

2014

The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine

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Objectives: Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) use is prevalent, but specific use of CAM across cancer treatment is underinvestigated. The objectives of this study were to assess changes in CAM use across cancer treatment; specific reasons for and satisfaction with specific types of CAM used; and associations of CAM use with stress, mood, and quality of life (QOL) in women with newly diagnosed breast cancer. Design and setting: Seventy-seven women with early-stage breast cancer who underwent active cancer treatment participated in the study. Data were collected three times: shortly after cancer diagnosis and 2 months and 6 months after the start of adjuvant cancer therapy. Outcome measures: CAM Questionnaire, Impact of Event Scale (stress), Profile of Mood State (mood), and Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy-Breast Cancer (QOL). Results: Mean age was 52.4 years, and 94%-97% of women used on average five to six CAMs across three time points. Women largely started CAM use before cancer diagnosis and continued across cancer treatment. The five most common CAMs were prayer (88.3%), multivitamin use, massage, and vitamins E and C, followed by music, meditation, green tea, chiropractic care, and vitamin A, with little changes in types of CAM use across cancer treatment. Satisfaction was high, and satisfaction with prayer was the highest. Prayer, meditation, and music were used specifically for a feeling of control, whereas vitamins were used to improve the immune system, showing clear patterns. Stress, mood disturbance, and QOL declined significantly over time, p < 0.001-0.04, but the number of CAMs used was unrelated to these variables. Conclusions: CAM use was highly prevalent with multiple CAMs and continued throughout cancer treatment. Prayer was the most common CAM; it had the highest satisfaction rating and the perception of being most helpful. The effect of long-term CAM use requires further investigation on psychological and biobehavioral outcomes with consideration of demographic and clinical characteristics.

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A population‐based study of prevalence of complementary methods use by cancer survivors

Gansler

Kaw

Crammer

et al. 2008

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BACKGROUND.The use of complementary methods (CMs) is widespread and increasing in the United States. Most literature on CM use among cancer survivors focuses on the treatment period, whereas only a few studies address use further along the cancer continuum.METHODS.This study analyzed the prevalence and the medical and demographic associations of CM use among cancer survivors surveyed 10 to 24 months after diagnosis. The study's sample—4139 survivors of 1 of 10 adult cancers—was selected from stratified random samples provided by statewide cancer registries and surveyed by mail and telephone. Three logistic regression models examined associations between medical and demographic factors and CM use among survivors of sex‐specific and non–sex‐specific cancers.RESULTS.Of the 19 CMs included in the survey, the CMs most frequently reported were prayer/spiritual practice (61.4%), relaxation (44.3%), faith/spiritual healing (42.4%), nutritional supplements/vitamins (40.1%), meditation (15%), religious counseling (11.3%), massage (11.2%), and support groups (9.7%). Among these 19 CMs, the least prevalent were hypnosis (0.4%), biofeedback therapy (1.0%), and acupuncture/acupressure (1.2%). Survivors more likely to use CMs were female, younger, white, higher income, and more educated.CONCLUSIONS.This study provides information regarding prevalence and medical–demographic determinants of CM use reported by a large, population‐based sample of survivors of 10 cancers surveyed 10 to 24 months after diagnosis. These findings may be used by clinicians and researchers to inform their decisions regarding which CMs to address in practice and research. Cancer 2008. © 2008 American Cancer Society.

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Demographic, medical, and psychosocial correlates to CAM use among survivors of colorectal cancer

Cited by 48 publications

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Cancer survivorship: Advancing the concept in the context of colorectal cancer

Cancer survivorship: Advancing the concept in the context of colorectal cancer

Changes in Complementary and Alternative Medicine Use Across Cancer Treatment and Relationship to Stress, Mood, and Quality of Life

A population‐based study of prevalence of complementary methods use by cancer survivors

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