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Baseline Quality of Life Factors Predict Long Term Survival after Elective Resection for Colorectal Cancer
Joint Authors
Walker, Leslie G.
Monson, John R. T.
Sharma, Abhiram
Source
International Journal of Surgical Oncology
Issue
Vol. 2013, Issue 2013 (31 Dec. 2013), pp.1-6, 6 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2013-11-27
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
6
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
Background.
Studies have shown an association between baseline quality of life (Qol) and survival in advanced cancers.
The aim of this study was to investigate their predictive value in long term survival after elective colorectal cancer resection.
Methods.
A consecutive series of patients undergoing elective colorectal cancer surgery for nonmetastatic disease were recruited in 2003/04.
Patients completed standardized quality of life questionnaires (HADS, FACTC, MRS, and PANAS) prior to and 6 weeks after surgery.
Univariate (log-rank test) and multivariate analyses (Cox proportional hazards) were performed to predict long term survival.
Results.
Ninety-seven patients met the inclusion criteria.
Sixty-five (67%) were male and the median age of the group was 70 years.
Forty-six (47.5%) patients had died and the mean survival was 1,741 days (median 2159, range 9–2923 days).
Preoperative mood rating scale and functional assessment of cancer therapy-colorectal FACT C emotional well-being and postoperative FACT C additional concerns were independent predictors of long term survival.
Conclusion.
Incorporating psychosocial measures in preoperative assessment of cancer patients could help to identify patients who require assessment with a view to implementing psychosocial interventions.
These active interventions to maximize mood and well-being should form an integral part of multidisciplinary treatment in these patients.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Sharma, Abhiram& Walker, Leslie G.& Monson, John R. T.. 2013. Baseline Quality of Life Factors Predict Long Term Survival after Elective Resection for Colorectal Cancer. International Journal of Surgical Oncology،Vol. 2013, no. 2013, pp.1-6.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-459029
Modern Language Association (MLA)
Sharma, Abhiram…[et al.]. Baseline Quality of Life Factors Predict Long Term Survival after Elective Resection for Colorectal Cancer. International Journal of Surgical Oncology No. 2013 (2013), pp.1-6.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-459029
American Medical Association (AMA)
Sharma, Abhiram& Walker, Leslie G.& Monson, John R. T.. Baseline Quality of Life Factors Predict Long Term Survival after Elective Resection for Colorectal Cancer. International Journal of Surgical Oncology. 2013. Vol. 2013, no. 2013, pp.1-6.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-459029
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-459029