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Patient Prefer Adher · Jan 2024
Patient Preferences for Treatment in Relapsed/Refractory Acute Leukemia in the United Kingdom: A Discrete Choice Experiment.
Acute leukemia is a cancer of the white blood cells which progresses rapidly and aggressively. There are two types: acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) and acute myeloid leukemia (AML). The latter has a rare subtype: acute promyelocytic leukemia (APL). For some patients, following first-line treatment, remission is not achieved ("refractory disease"), and for others the leukemia returns after achieving remission ("relapse"). For these individuals, outcomes are typically poor. It is, therefore, important to understand patients' treatment priorities in this context. ⋯ Our results indicate that patients are strongly concerned about the chance of response, as well as quality of life (to a lesser extent), when faced with different treatment options in the relapsed/refractory setting. However, there is significant preference heterogeneity within the patient population, and other treatment characteristics also matter to many.
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Patient Prefer Adher · Jan 2024
Position Adherence in Patients Underwent Pars Plana Vitrectomy with Silicone Oil Tamponade.
Position adherence of patients with Pars Plana Vitrectomy with Silicone Oil Tamponade after discharge is of positive significance. However, patients undergoing a day surgery makes the quality of discharge teaching and readiness for hospital discharge is insufficient, which will influence their position adherence at home. ⋯ Discharge teaching improves patients' knowledge and competence of self-care and helps patients prepare for the transition from hospital to home, and readiness for hospital discharge significantly influences position adherence after discharge and indirectly plays a vital role in postoperative vision recovery and surgical effect.
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Patient Prefer Adher · Jan 2024
Common Needs of Patients with Diabetic Kidney Disease: Qualitative Analysis Based on Disease-Specific Social Media Platforms.
Diabetic kidney disease (DKD) patients require comprehensive disease education and mutual support to cope with various challenges. Social media platforms provide opportunities for DKD patients to access information and interact with peers. However, qualitative analysis of DKD patients' real-world concerns and needs on social media is lacking. ⋯ This study reveals DKD patients' primary needs and concerns on social media, which can guide healthcare professionals in providing targeted education and support. Meeting patients' needs through comprehensive education and counseling can improve treatment adherence and prognosis, though challenges remain in addressing all issues in real-world practice.
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Patient Prefer Adher · Jan 2024
Case ReportsGynecomastia in a Chronic Myeloid Leukemia Patient After Switching from Imatinib to Flumatinib.
Gynecomastia refers to the abnormal enlargement of the male breast caused by the proliferation of the glandular component of the breast, typically due to sexual hormone disturbance. Multiple medications have been linked to the development of gynecomastia with varying incidences. This adverse event has also been associated with TKIs such as imatinib, dasatinib, and rarely nilotinib. ⋯ Gynecomastia usually causes distress to patients, and there are currently no clear mechanisms or management strategies for this condition. Inspired by this case and through a review of the literature, we propose possible mechanisms and management strategies for this rare adverse event associated with TKIs, along with future perspectives. This may assist others in dealing with this issue and stimulate research on it.
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Patient Prefer Adher · Jan 2024
Exploring the Hidden Struggles: A Qualitative Insight into Urinary Incontinence Among Prostate Cancer Survivors Post-Surgery.
This study aimed to explore the experiences and challenges of prostate cancer patients suffering from urinary incontinence following radical prostatectomy. ⋯ Postoperative urinary incontinence in prostate cancer patients presents a multidimensional experience. Healthcare professionals need to pay attention to these patients' daily life, psychological state, and social interactions. Integrating various resources to provide professional support and rehabilitation guidance is crucial.