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ArticleSupportive care in cancer : official journal of the Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer2023

An education resource for human papillomavirus oropharyngeal cancer patients: think-aloud interviews.

Ashleigh R Sharman, Eliza M Ferguson, Haryana M Dhillon, Paula Macleod, Julie McCrossin, Puma Sundaresan, Jonathan R Clark, Megan A Smith, Rachael H Dodd

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Article in Supportive care in cancer : official journal of the Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer, 2023. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 3 papers.

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  3. Association of Unsafe Sexual Behavior with Head and Neck Cancer: A Bibliometric Analysis.Indian journal of otolaryngology and head and neck surgery : official publication of the Association of Otolaryngologists of India · 2024
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Ashleigh R SharmanSydney School of Public Health, Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney, Room 127A, Edward Ford Building A27, Sydney, NSW 2006, Australia.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9342-5061
Eliza M FergusonCentre for Medical Psychology & Evidence-based Decision-making, School of Psychology, Faculty of Science, The University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8154-2500
Haryana M DhillonCentre for Medical Psychology & Evidence-based Decision-making, School of Psychology, Faculty of Science, The University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4039-5169
Paula MacleodNorthern Sydney Cancer Centre, Royal North Shore Hospital, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.
Julie McCrossinCancer Voices, Cancer Voices South Australia, Adelaide, Australia.
Puma SundaresanRadiation Oncology Network, Western Sydney Local Health District, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9151-0150
Jonathan R ClarkSydney Medical School, Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1209-772X
Megan A SmithThe Daffodil Centre, a joint venture between Cancer Council NSW and The University of Sydney, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0401-2653
Rachael H DoddSydney School of Public Health, Faculty of Medicine and Health, The University of Sydney, Room 127A, Edward Ford Building A27, Sydney, NSW 2006, Australia. Rachael.Dodd@sydney.edu.au.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8080-6359

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Abstract

purposeThe human papillomavirus (HPV) is well recognised as a factor in developing oropharyngeal cancer (OPC). A booklet for HPV-OPC patients aimed to deliver evidence-based messages in everyday language, in a way to minimise negative psychological impacts on patients. Our study explored the suitability of the booklet for use.

methodsParticipants were recruited through social media and interviewed via Zoom. Participants were shown the booklet and a think-aloud method elicited real-time reactions to the content. Responses were analysed for each section and coded as either for or against for content, with other responses thematically analysed using NVivo.

resultsThe sample comprised 24 participants: patients (n = 19) who completed treatment for HPV-OPC and partners of survivors of HPV-OPC (n = 5). All participants found the booklet useful, and most wished the resource had been available previously. Some indicated the information was new to them. The majority agreed the booklet would be best delivered by their specialist at point of diagnosis and would be a useful resource for friends and family. Most participants gave feedback on improvements to the booklet in terms of comprehension and design. Overall, participants found the content easy to understand. Most participants found that it helped to reduce shame and stigma associated with HPV as a sexually transmitted infection.

conclusionAn evidence-based booklet for HPV-OPC patients and their partners is acceptable. Implementation may be feasible in routine clinical practice, specifically at time of diagnosis. Adapting the content will help optimise the efficacy of the booklet in facilitating communication between all stakeholders.

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Oropharyngeal NeoplasmsPapillomavirus InfectionsHuman Papillomavirus VirusesHumansCommunicationHead and neck cancerHuman papillomavirusOropharyngeal cancer

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PMID36773108
PMCPMC9918836

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