The Structure of the FACT-Cog v3 in Cancer Patients, Students, and Older Adults

Costa, Daniel; Loh, Vanessa; Birney, Damian P.; Dhillon, Haryana M.; Fardell, Joanna E.; Gessler, Danielle; Vardy, Janette

doi:10.1016/j.jpainsymman.2017.12.486

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“…Hence, the need to validate the French 37-item Fact-Cog scale on a large sample of cancer patients, and evaluate the internal consistency and the correlation between individual items and the total score, following the scoring recommendation [5]. In our study, none of the items were removed from factor analyses of the four subscales, consistent with research that con rmed the traditional four-factor structure of the 37-item FACT-Cog [17].…”

Section: Correlates Of Total Cognition: Multivariable Analysismentioning

confidence: 67%

“…Only two studies investigated the 37-items scales [6,17]. The rst examined the psychometric properties and measurement equivalence of the English and Chinese FATC-Cog based on the cognitive domains drawing items from the four subscales [6].…”

Section: Correlates Of Total Cognition: Multivariable Analysismentioning

confidence: 99%

“…The rst examined the psychometric properties and measurement equivalence of the English and Chinese FATC-Cog based on the cognitive domains drawing items from the four subscales [6]. The second performed con rmatory structure analysis of the 37-item scale in three populations: 158 cancer patients, community older adults, and undergraduate students using the scoring recommendation in one of the models [17]. Hence, the need to validate the French 37-item Fact-Cog scale on a large sample of cancer patients, and evaluate the internal consistency and the correlation between individual items and the total score, following the scoring recommendation [5].…”

Section: Correlates Of Total Cognition: Multivariable Analysismentioning

confidence: 99%

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Psychometric Properties of the 37-item Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy-Cognitive Function (FACT-Cog) scale in Cancer Patients.

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Salameh²,

Khoury

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Background: The Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy-Cognitive Function (FACT-Cog) scale is a self-assessment scale validated in routine clinical practice to assess cognitive function in cancer patients. This study aimed to validate the 37-item version of FACT-Cog exploring particularly the psychometric properties of four items related to multitasking that were not previously included in the scoring algorithm and assess its correlates in Lebanese cancer patients.Methods: A cross-sectional study was carried out including 261 patients with breast, colorectal and lung cancers undergoing chemotherapy (Ethics: CEHDF1016). Validity was confirmed using a factor analyses using the principal component analysis technique with a varimax rotation. Analyses of internal consistency, “test-retest" reliability, and convergent validity were also performed. Finally, a multiple linear regression was conducted, using the total cognition scale as a dependent variable.Results: The scale had an appropriate construct validity, and items loaded on subscales with adequate sample adequacy to factor analyses outcomes. The test-retest reliability was appropriate for the total cognition score/all sub-scores except for the FACT-Cog QOL. Moreover, a weak but significant and inverse correlation between the FACT-Cog scores and patient’s pain, fatigue, anxiety and depression. Finally, better cognition functioning was noted with age and in working patients, whereas lower functioning was observed in previous smokers and in patients with ovary/brain metastasis. Conclusions: The 37-item tool is valid and reliable. Questions related to multitasking could be included in the scoring system.

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Section: Correlates Of Total Cognition: Multivariable Analysismentioning

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Section: Correlates Of Total Cognition: Multivariable Analysismentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Correlates Of Total Cognition: Multivariable Analysismentioning

confidence: 99%

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Psychometric Properties of the 37-item Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy-Cognitive Function (FACT-Cog) scale in Cancer Patients.

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Khoury

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“…As seen in Table , we identified 22 domains to form the basis of our guide. These ranged from health‐related QOL, a very general measure that can be used for patients with multiple cancer sites and stages; to lymphedema, which often is used specifically with patients who have undergone breast surgery; to financial toxicity, a recently identified domain with which to assess the financial and resource‐related difficulties experienced by patients with cancer.…”

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Patient‐reported outcomes in the Translational Breast Cancer Research Consortium

Bowen

Shinn

Gregrowski

et al. 2019

Cancer

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Members of the Translational Breast Cancer Research Consortium conducted an expert‐driven literature review to identify a list of domains and to evaluate potential measures of these domains for inclusion in a list of preferred measures. Measures were included if they were easily available, free of charge, and had acceptable psychometrics based on published peer‐reviewed analyses. A total of 22 domains and 52 measures were identified during the selection process. Taken together, these measures form a reliable and validated list of measurement tools that are easily available and used in multiple cancer trials to assess patient‐reported outcomes in relevant patients.

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“…study results were provided by a subjective measurement, Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy-Cognitive Function (FACT-COG) version 3, of cognition. [ 21 ]…”

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Therapies for cognitive impairment in breast cancer survivors treated with chemotherapy

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Objective: The aim of this systematic review was to evaluate the effect of therapies for cognitive impairment on patients’ perceived cognitive function in breast cancer survivors with chemotherapy-related cognitive impairment. Method: A literature search of PubMed, Embase, and the Cochrane Library was conducted up to April 2019. Search terms included breast cancer, chemotherapy, and cognitive impairment. Result: Six randomized controlled trials with a total of 305 patients were included in this review. A total of 6 randomized controlled trials using various treatments (Tibetan sound meditation, donepezil, memory and attention adaptation training, aerobic exercise, acupuncture, Qigong) for chemotherapy-related cognitive impairment met the eligibility criteria and were included. This review showed that meditative interventions (Tibetan sound meditation, Qigong) and cognitive therapy (memory and attention adaptation training) may partially improve some aspects of patients’ perceived (self-reported) cognitive functioning, particularly patients’ perceived cognitive impairment and ability. Conclusion: In this systematic review, the results showed that meditative interventions (Tibetan sound meditation, Qigong) and cognitive therapy (memory and attention adaptation training) may be optional therapies. We hope to have more randomized controlled trials to support this result in the future.

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The Structure of the FACT-Cog v3 in Cancer Patients, Students, and Older Adults

Abstract: The FACT-Cog can be used in populations other than cancer patients, with modifications to the scoring system. Even when used with cancer patients, it is worth considering scoring specific cognitive domains separately.

Cited by 49 publications

References 16 publications

Psychometric Properties of the 37-item Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy-Cognitive Function (FACT-Cog) scale in Cancer Patients.

Psychometric Properties of the 37-item Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy-Cognitive Function (FACT-Cog) scale in Cancer Patients.

Patient‐reported outcomes in the Translational Breast Cancer Research Consortium

Therapies for cognitive impairment in breast cancer survivors treated with chemotherapy

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