Investigation of the validity and reliability of the Turkish version of the Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy—Cognitive Function in cancer patients

Uysal, Songül Atasavun; Kabak, Vesile Yıldız; Karakaş, Yusuf; Karabulut, Erdem; Kocamaz, Deniz; Keser, İlke; Özdemir, Kadirhan; Düger, Tülin

doi:10.1017/s147895152100136x

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“…The FACT-COG Questionnaire, which is used for cognitive functions, is lled out by the patient by evaluating chemotherapy-induced behavioral cognitive impairment and its treatment, with questions about the last 7 days. This questionnaire evaluates parameters such as attention and coordination, memory, cognitive function, verbal uency, functional complexity (interference), quality of life, observations of others about the individual, and changes in functionality compared to before [12].…”

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Investigation of Cognitive Functions, Quality of Life, and Exercise Compatibility in Lung Cancer Patients Given Calisthenic Exercise

HATIMOGULLARI,

KOCAMAZ,

KARAN

2024

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Purpose The present study was conducted to investigate the cognitive functions, quality of life, and exercise compliance of lung cancer patients given Callisthenic Exercises. Method A total of 33 patients who were diagnosed with advanced lung cancer were included in the study after being randomly divided into two groups as Physical Activity Adherence (PAC) (Group 1) and Home Exercise Training (HET) (Group 2). The participants in Physical Activity Adherence Group performed the prescribed Callisthenic Exercises under the guidance of a physiotherapist for 8 weeks. The Home Exercise Training Group was given an exercise booklet and was asked to do the exercises at home during weekly checks. The demographic data of the participants were recorded. Evaluations were made by using the Cancer Research and Treatment Organization Quality of Life Questionnaire - Core 30 (EORTC-QLQ-C30), Exercise Compliance Rating Scale, Cognitive Function Scale, Fatigue Severity Scale, and Exercise Benefits/Barriers Scale. Results It was found that the patients who had lung cancer had greater exercise compliance when they performed the exercises under the guidance of a physiotherapist. The booklet and supervised follow-up that were given to the Home Exercise Training Group were among the factors that increased compliance with the exercises. Also, Callisthenic Exercises were shown to be effective in reducing the side effects of cancer and its treatment. When post-intervention differences were evaluated, it was found that perceived cognitive impairments decreased in the Home Exercise Training Group. An improvement was detected in the quality of life survey subgroups in the Physical Activity Adherence Group. Discussion Callisthenic Exercise and regular follow-up increased exercise compliance in individuals who had lung cancer. As compliance with exercise programs increased, the participants’ quality of life, cognitive well-being, and perception of exercise benefits increased, and the severity of fatigue decreased. Preferring Callisthenic Exercises in lung cancer patients is considered to be more effective in increasing compliance because of the lower endurance requirement.

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Investigation of Cognitive Functions, Quality of Life, and Exercise Compatibility in Lung Cancer Patients Given Calisthenic Exercise

HATIMOGULLARI,

KOCAMAZ,

KARAN

2024

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“…The FACT-Cog-v3 is a relatively brief measure and seems to be one of the most promising self-report instruments to evaluate these specific concerns, incorporating multiple dimensions such as perceived cognitive impairments (CogPCI), comments from others (CogOth), perceived cognitive abilities (CogPCA), and impact on quality of life (CogQoL). This scale was originally developed in English [ 7 ] and has been widely administered across clinical settings and validated across different cultures and languages, including French [ 14 ], Chinese [ 15 ], Korean [ 16 ], Japanese [ 17 ], Turkish [ 18 ], and English [ 9 , 19 ]. These validation studies have shown good psychometric qualities, including reliability, validity, and demonstration of cross-cultural adequacy.…”

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Validation study of the Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy-Cognitive Function-Version 3 for the Portuguese population

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Background Cancer-related cognitive impairment is a common and potentially debilitating symptom experienced by patients with non-central nervous system (CNS) cancers, with negative impact on their quality of life. The Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy-Cognitive Function-Version 3 (FACT-Cog-v3) is the most extensively used instrument specifically developed to evaluate cognitive complaints in adult cancer patients. Nevertheless, this self-report measure is not yet validated for the Portuguese population. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to evaluate the psychometric properties of the FACT-Cog-v3 among patients with non-CNS cancers in Portugal. Methods The validation study was conducted based on a convenience sample of 281 patients with non-CNS cancers, aged between 18 and 65 years, recruited online. A confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) was used to test the factor structure of the Portuguese FACT-Cog-v3 version; internal consistency analysis was also conducted. The European Organization for Research and Treatment of Cancer Quality of Life Questionnaire Core-30 (EORTC QLQ-C30–version 3) and the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS) were also used to test the concurrent, convergent, and discriminant validity of the scale. Results CFA supported a four-factor model with good fix indexes and internal consistencies: perceived cognitive impairments (α = 0.97), comments from others (α = 0.92), perceived cognitive abilities (α = 0.93), and impact on quality of life (α = 0.92). Concurrent, convergent, and discriminant validities were confirmed. Moderate and strong correlations were found between the FACT-Cog-v3 subscales and the QLQ-C30 cognitive functioning subscale. Good convergent validity, with moderate correlations, was found between the FACT-Cog-v3 subscales and the HADS-A, HADS-D, and QLQ-C30 fatigue, sleep disturbance, and global health status subscales. Acceptable discriminant validity, with weak and moderate correlations, was demonstrated between the FACT-Cog-v3 subscales and the QLQ-C30 pain and nausea/vomiting subscales. Conclusions The Portuguese FACT-Cog-v3 version can be considered a reliable and valid measure to assess cognitive concerns of patients with non-CNS cancers, with relevance for research and clinical practice.

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Effects of exercise on cancer-related cognitive impairment in breast cancer survivors: a scoping review

Jesús,

Luis,

Matilde

2023

Breast Cancer

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Background Cancer-related cognitive impairment (CRCI) is one of the major long-term concerns reported by breast cancer survivors after overcoming the disease. The present study undertakes a scoping review of relevant research publications to explore the effect of increasing physical activity (PA) levels or the use of exercise (EX)-based programs on CRCI in female breast cancer survivors; who have completed neo/adjuvant chemotherapy treatment and are awaiting or receiving hormonal therapy. Methods An electronic search of Pubmed, Embase, Scopus, WOS, and Cochrane databases has been conducted to identify published literature from January 2000 to December 2021. Results Of 1129 articles, twenty met the inclusion criteria. The majority of the included observational studies (90%) reported cross-sectional design; meanwhile, 72% of experimental research reported randomized controlled trials (RCTs) or randomized crossover trials. 15 neuropsychological batteries and tests, and 5 self-reported validated questionnaires were employed. Only 27% of the included articles used a combination of the previously mentioned methods. The recorder of moderate–vigorous PA (MVPA), defined as more than 3 METs, or represented as average daily minutes spent (≥ 1952 counts/min) was the most analyzed variable in cross-sectional studies, and EX programs based on aerobic training (AT) were the most proposed by RCTs. Conclusions The exploratory approach of this review demonstrates modest but increasingly promising evidence regarding exercise’s potential to improve brain health among breast cancer survivors although these findings highlight the importance of addressing methodological heterogeneity in the same direction with the view of using exercise within the clinic area.

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Investigation of the validity and reliability of the Turkish version of the Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy—Cognitive Function in cancer patients

Cited by 5 publications

References 26 publications

Investigation of Cognitive Functions, Quality of Life, and Exercise Compatibility in Lung Cancer Patients Given Calisthenic Exercise

Investigation of Cognitive Functions, Quality of Life, and Exercise Compatibility in Lung Cancer Patients Given Calisthenic Exercise

Validation study of the Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy-Cognitive Function-Version 3 for the Portuguese population

Effects of exercise on cancer-related cognitive impairment in breast cancer survivors: a scoping review

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