Quality of Life and Emotional Well-being in Carcinoid Tumor Patients
Author Information
Author(s): Fröjd Camilla, Larsson Gunnel, Lampic Claudia, von Essen Louise
Primary Institution: Uppsala University
Hypothesis
How does health-related quality of life (HRQoL) and psychosocial function change among patients with carcinoid tumors during the first year after diagnosis?
Conclusion
Patients with carcinoid tumors maintain stable HRQoL and psychosocial function during the first year after diagnosis, but report lower HRQoL compared to the general Swedish population and experience significant emotional distress.
Supporting Evidence
- Patients reported lower role function and global quality of life compared to the Swedish general population.
- Fatigue and emotional distress were prevalent among patients at all assessments.
- Role and emotional function improved over time.
Takeaway
People with carcinoid tumors feel pretty much the same over the first year after they find out they are sick, but they worry a lot more than other people about their health and family.
Methodology
The study used a longitudinal, prospective design with four assessments of HRQoL, anxiety, and depression using validated scales.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to non-participation and dropouts, which may differ from participants.
Limitations
The sample size is small, and the study may not generalize to all carcinoid tumor patients due to the rarity of the condition.
Participant Demographics
{"male":19,"female":17,"mean_age":60,"married_or_cohabiting":25,"working":7,"on_sick_leave":14,"old_age_pensioner":15,"metastatic":25}
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.01
Statistical Significance
p<0.01
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