SynthesisThe Annals of otology, rhinology, and laryngology2023
Health and Well-Being Needs Among Head and Neck Cancer Caregivers - A Systematic Review.
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- A sequential multiple assignment randomized trial of symptom management for cancer survivors during treatment and their informal caregivers.Supportive care in cancer : official journal of the Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer · 2024Trial
- Health- and Work-Related Outcomes in Partners of Cancer Survivors: A Prospective Cohort Study.Journal of occupational rehabilitation · 2026Article
- Caregiver Burden in Head and Neck Cancer: The Combined Impact of Clinical Complexity and Psychological Distress.Journal of clinical medicine · 2026Article
- Exploring lived experiences in oral cavity cancer: an Asia-Pacific perspective on psychosocial challenges and opportunities for enhanced patient-centric care.Journal of cancer survivorship : research and practice · 2026Article
- Evaluating an AI-Enabled Mobile Mental Health Monitoring Tool Among Family Caregivers of Adults Living With Cancer: Single-Arm Feasibility and Acceptability Trial Protocol.JMIR research protocols · 2026Article
- "A journey of enrichment" positive experiences for young and middle-aged head and neck cancer survivors after returning to work: a qualitative study.Supportive care in cancer : official journal of the Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer · 2025Article
- Patient Experiences Before and After the Implementation of Advanced Nursing Practice for Head and Neck Cancer.Clinical journal of oncology nursing · 2025Article
- Stress, Employment Changes, and Psychological Distress Among Caregivers of Patients With Head and Neck Cancer.JAMA otolaryngology-- head & neck surgery · 2025Observational
- Uncovering Care Challenges for Head and Neck Cancer Patients and Caregivers in the United States: A Scoping Review.Cureus · 2025Review
- Parkinson's Disease and Caregiving Roles, Demands, and Support Needs and Experiences: A Scoping Review.Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Article
- Cancer as trauma: multidimensional determinants of PTSD across the disease course. A narrative integrative review.Frontiers in psychology · 2025Review
- Assessment of burden and needs of family caregivers for the elderly, a scoping review.Frontiers in aging · 2025Review
- Active social engagement and health among older adults: assessing differences by cancer survivorship status.Health and quality of life outcomes · 2024Article
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- Social determinants of health, psychological distress, and caregiver burden among informal cancer caregivers of cancer survivors during treatment.Journal of psychosocial oncology · 2024Article
- A burden shared: the financial, psychological, and health-related consequences borne by family members and caregivers of people with cancer in India.Supportive care in cancer : official journal of the Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer · 2023Article
- Psychological Survivorship in Head and Neck Cancer.Seminars in plastic surgery · 2023Review
- Prevalence and persistence of depressive symptoms during the first year postdiagnosis in a large sample of patients with head and neck cancer.American journal of otolaryngologyObservational
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3 authors at 1 institution in 1 country.
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Abstract
objectiveThis review provides a summary of the current understanding of the health and well-being of the head and neck cancer (HNC) caregiver. Our goal is to understand the healthcare needs required by the caregivers of our oncologic patients, which may ultimately influence quality of care and support that cancer patients require during treatment and recovery.
methodsIndependent database searches were conducted to identify articles describing HNC caregiver health and healthcare utilization. Search terms included key synonyms for head and neck cancer, caregiver, psychological stress, anxiety, depression, mental health service, and delivery of healthcare in the title/abstract.
resultsAfter following the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) Protocol, a total of 21 studies were included. Among the 21 studies in the review, a total of 1745 caregivers were included. The average age was 57 years, the majority were female (58%-100%), and spouses/partners of the patients (77%). The literature demonstrates significant anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and physical health decline in addition to multifaceted unmet physical and mental health needs among HNC caregivers.
conclusionThere is no standard for examining HNC caregiver healthcare needs, while there is evidence of increased healthcare utilization. The literature is limited regarding medical burdens faced by caregivers. Future research is needed to assess the physical health and comorbidities of HNC caregivers and their engagement with the healthcare system to guide further implementation of support models to address the needs of this population.
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