ArticlePediatric neurosurgery2024
The Caregiver Burden of Helmet Therapy following Endoscopic Strip Craniectomy: A Phenomenological Qualitative Study.
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Abstract
introductionThis cohort study aimed to elucidate the caregiver burden of helmet therapy (HT), following endoscopic strip craniectomy (ESC) to treat craniosynostosis, in an effort to inform clinicians and future caregivers navigating this therapeutic option.
methodsFourteen caregivers of children with positional plagiocephaly (6) and craniosynostosis treated by ESC (8) undergoing HT at a single center were recruited via convenience sampling. Using a phenomenological qualitative approach, semi-structured interviews were conducted to understand the experience of HT for caregivers. Data collection and analysis were iterative and conducted until thematic saturation was reached.
resultsEmerging themes revealed five domains of caregiver burden: emotional, cognitive, physical, psychosocial, and financial. No caregiver felt the therapy was too burdensome to complete. Caregivers of both groups also expressed positive aspects of HT related to support from the team, the noninvasive nature of treatment, and the outcomes of therapy. Furthermore, caregivers report overall satisfaction with the process, stating willingness to repeat the treatment with subsequent children if required.
conclusionHT is associated with five major domains of caregiver burden; however, none of the caregivers regret choosing this treatment option, nor was the burden high enough to encourage treatment cessation. This study will inform future prospective analyses that will quantify real-time caregiver burden throughout HT.
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