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ArticleJournal of cancer survivorship : research and practice2020

Cancer-related cognitive problems at work: experiences of survivors and professionals.

Kete M Klaver, Saskia F A Duijts, Ellen G Engelhardt, Chantal A V Geusgens, Maureen J B Aarts, Rudolf W H M Ponds, Allard J van der Beek, Sanne B Schagen

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Article in Journal of cancer survivorship : research and practice, 2020. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 42 papers, 4 of them syntheses that pooled it.

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42 citing papers in PubMed, 4 syntheses or guidelines pooled it.

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  20. Perturbations in the neuroactive ligand-receptor interaction and renin angiotensin system pathways are associated with cancer-related cognitive impairment.Supportive care in cancer : official journal of the Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer · 2025
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5 · Who and what money

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8 authors.

Kete M KlaverDivision of Psychosocial Research and Epidemiology, Netherlands Cancer Institute, Plesmanlaan 121, 1066, CX, Amsterdam, The Netherlands. k.klaver@nki.nl.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0002-6274-3198
Saskia F A DuijtsDepartment of Public and Occupational Health, Amsterdam Public Health Research Institute, Amsterdam UMC, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
Ellen G EngelhardtDivision of Psychosocial Research and Epidemiology, Netherlands Cancer Institute, Plesmanlaan 121, 1066, CX, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
Chantal A V GeusgensDepartment of Clinical and Medical Psychology, Zuyderland MC, Sittard, The Netherlands.
Maureen J B AartsDepartment of Medical Oncology, Maastricht University MC, Maastricht, The Netherlands.
Rudolf W H M PondsDepartment of Medical Psychology/School of Mental Health and Neurosciences (MHeNS), Maastricht University MC, Maastricht, The Netherlands.
Allard J van der BeekDepartment of Public and Occupational Health, Amsterdam Public Health Research Institute, Amsterdam UMC, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
Sanne B SchagenDivision of Psychosocial Research and Epidemiology, Netherlands Cancer Institute, Plesmanlaan 121, 1066, CX, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

purposeCancer-related cognitive problems (cancer-related cognitive problems) in working cancer survivors are found to affect work outcomes. We aimed to generate in-depth information regarding cancer-related cognitive problems in working cancer survivors, strategies used to cope with cancer-related cognitive problems at work, and needs of cancer survivors and professionals regarding cancer-related cognitive problems at work.

methodsFive focus groups were formed, amongst which three focus groups with cancer survivors (n = 8, n = 7, and n = 8) and two focus groups with professionals (n = 7, n = 8). Thematic analysis of the transcripts was performed to create concepts.

resultsBoth cancer survivors and professionals confirmed that cancer-related cognitive problems, which occurred in several domains of neurocognitive functioning, affect work functioning. Cancer survivors used several strategies (e.g., applying practical adjustments, re-organization of work, and accepting limitations) to cope with cancer-related cognitive problems at work, as did professionals in their attempt at supporting cancer survivors facing these problems. Various needs of cancer survivors (e.g., supportive care options, acknowledgment by others) and professionals (e.g., improvement of expertise, clarity about referral pathways) regarding cancer-related cognitive problems at work were mentioned.

conclusionsDue to the growing number of working cancer survivors dealing with cancer-related cognitive problems, it is essential to sustain their employability. Therefore, cognitive rehabilitation interventions should be developed, taking functioning at work into account. Knowledge amongst professionals regarding cancer-related cognitive problems, as well as coordination of care for cancer-related cognitive problems, should be improved. Ensuring professional education regarding cancer-related cognitive problems, within both the healthcare and occupational setting, is of utmost importance. IMPLICATIONS FOR CANCER SURVIVORS: Support for working cancer survivors who experience cancer-related cognitive problems might increase their employability in the longer term.

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AdultAgedCancer SurvivorsCognitive DysfunctionEmploymentFemaleFocus GroupsHumansMaleMiddle AgedNeoplasmsCancerCognitive problemsEmployabilityFocus groupWork

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PMCPMC7182611

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