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Observational studySupportive care in cancer : official journal of the Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer2025

Lessons learned from an observational study of patients with breast cancer: adaptions for remote implementation.

Elizabeth A Salerno, Courtney Harriss, D Carolina Andrade, Lindsay L Peterson, Christine M Marx, Ryan P Duncan, Jingqin Luo, Maura M Kepper, Allison B Anbari, Mary C Politi

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5 · Who and what money

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10 authors.

Elizabeth A SalernoDivision of Public Health Sciences, Department of Surgery, Washington University School of Medicine, 660 S. Euclid Ave, Campus, Box 8100, St. Louis, MO, 63110, USA. e.salerno@wustl.edu.
Courtney HarrissDivision of Public Health Sciences, Department of Surgery, Washington University School of Medicine, 660 S. Euclid Ave, Campus, Box 8100, St. Louis, MO, 63110, USA.
D Carolina AndradeDivision of Public Health Sciences, Department of Surgery, Washington University School of Medicine, 660 S. Euclid Ave, Campus, Box 8100, St. Louis, MO, 63110, USA.
Lindsay L PetersonAlvin J. Siteman Cancer Center, Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO, USA.
Christine M MarxDivision of Public Health Sciences, Department of Surgery, Washington University School of Medicine, 660 S. Euclid Ave, Campus, Box 8100, St. Louis, MO, 63110, USA.
Ryan P DuncanProgram in Physical Therapy, Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO, USA.
Jingqin LuoDivision of Public Health Sciences, Department of Surgery, Washington University School of Medicine, 660 S. Euclid Ave, Campus, Box 8100, St. Louis, MO, 63110, USA.
Maura M KepperPrevention Research Center, Brown School, Washington University, St. Louis, MO, USA.
Allison B AnbariSinclair School of Nursing, University of Missouri, Columbia, MO, USA.
Mary C PolitiDivision of Public Health Sciences, Department of Surgery, Washington University School of Medicine, 660 S. Euclid Ave, Campus, Box 8100, St. Louis, MO, 63110, USA.

Funding

PHARMacist and Community Health Support to Optimize Medications After Trauma Surgery (PHARM-C)P50MH122351 · NIMH · WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY · PI Eric J Lenze · 2021 to 2026
$10.8M
NIMH NIH HHS P50 MH122351NIMH NIH HHS P50MH122351
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

purposeThere is increased demand for lifestyle interventions earlier on the cancer continuum (i.e., during curative-intent treatment). To address this need, researchers face unique challenges intervening in the short period of time after diagnosis, but before initiation of chemotherapy and/or surgery. During the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic, transitions to remote/digital platforms became both mandatory and immediate.

methodsThis case study details the rapid transition to a remote/digital study embraced by our team as we recruited patients newly diagnosed with breast cancer to a pilot study. The pilot's purpose was to characterize the relationships between physical activity (PA) and cognitive and mental health during breast cancer treatment.

resultsWe reflect on the lessons learned during this pilot study with a particular focus on three emergent challenges: digital data collection, recruitment during active breast cancer treatment, and participant burden. We used a systematic implementation framework to track adaptations made to meet the evolving needs of patients and clinicians, while adhering to institutional protocols.

conclusionsThis case study provides important insights into the delicate balance between patient, clinician, and institutional needs in the breast cancer setting, particularly when delivering digital interventions during treatment. IMPLICATIONS FOR CANCER SURVIVORS: Careful attention should be paid to protocols for remote research to ensure that it is feasible, acceptable, and rigorous for all cancer survivors.

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Breast NeoplasmsCOVID-19ExerciseFemaleHumansMental HealthMiddle AgedPilot ProjectsTelemedicineCancer survivorshipCase studyImplementation scienceLessons learnedRemote delivery

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PMID40067570
PMCPMC11897115

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