ArticleAsia-Pacific journal of oncology nursing2025
Health-related quality of life and related factors among esophageal cancer survivors after esophagectomy in the 6-month postoperative period: A multicenter cross-sectional study in north China.
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- A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial protocol evaluating preoperative medical oral rinse for reducing postoperative xerostomia and improving recovery in elderly patients undergoing pulmonary surgery.Contemporary clinical trials communications · 2026Article
- Symptom interactions and candidate intervention targets in patients with esophageal cancer: Network analysis with computer-simulated interventions.Asia-Pacific journal of oncology nursing · 2026Article
- Effect of a nurse-led dyadic symptom management intervention on postoperative esophageal cancer patients and their family caregivers: A quasi-experimental trial with a qualitative process evaluation.Supportive care in cancer : official journal of the Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer · 2026Article
- Knowledge, attitudes, and practices toward postoperative fatigue syndrome among postoperative patients.Scientific reports · 2026Article
- Impact of LEARNS Model-Based Health Education on Swallowing Safety and Psychological Well-Being in Postoperative Esophageal Cancer Patients.Journal of multidisciplinary healthcare · 2026Article
- Preliminary Development of a Health Education Program to Improve Psychological Distress Among Patients with Esophageal Cancer and Their Partners: A Narrative Review.Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Review
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Abstract
Objective: Esophagectomy is a primary curable treatment and a highly challenging procedure for esophageal cancer (EC) survivors. EC survivors experience various unmet needs. This study is aimed to assess unmet needs, health-related quality of life (HRQOL), and psychological distress of postoperative EC survivors. Methods: A multicenter cross-sectional study was conducted between December 2023 and March 2024 across 28 hospitals in northern China. The European Organization for Research and Treatment of Cancer Quality of Life Questionnaire, Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale, and Supportive Care Need Survey - Short Form 34 were utilized to assess the HRQOL, anxiety, depression, and unmet needs. Results: A total of 357 postoperative EC survivors were recruited, with a mean age of 63.42 years. Approximately 14.6% exhibited borderline anxiety, and 17.9% showed borderline depression. Unmet needs were highest in health information and patient care domains. HRQOL was lower in global health, social, and physical functions post-surgery. Fatigue, appetite loss, insomnia, and financial difficulties were common. Dysphagia, dry mouth, reflux, and choking negatively impacted HRQOL. Multivariable regression analysis indicated that anxiety and depression levels were higher, and HRQOL was lower in those one week to six months post-surgery compared to one-week post-surgery. Conclusions: EC survivors experience significant psychological distress and reduced HRQOL up to six months post-surgery. Dysphagia and unmet needs are prevalent. Compared to immediate post-surgery, EC survivors experienced higher levels of anxiety and depression, and lower level of HRQOL in six months. Future research should focus on developing individualized care strategies to provide optimal support.
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