Work Difficulties in Stomach Cancer Survivors
Author Information
Author(s): Lee M K, Lee K M, Bae J-M, Kim S, Kim Y-W, Ryu K W, Lee J H, Noh J-H, Sohn T-S, Hong S-K, Yun Y H
Primary Institution: National Cancer Center
Hypothesis
How do employment status and work-related difficulties in stomach cancer survivors compare to the general population?
Conclusion
Stomach cancer survivors experience more work-related difficulties and higher nonworking rates compared to the general population.
Supporting Evidence
- Nonworking rates were significantly higher among stomach cancer survivors (46.6%) compared to the general population (36.5%).
- Survivors reported more fatigue in performing housework and gainful work.
- Older age and being female were positively associated with nonworking among survivors.
Takeaway
People who survive stomach cancer often find it harder to work and do house chores than those who haven't had cancer.
Methodology
The study compared employment status and work-related difficulties between 408 stomach cancer survivors and 994 individuals from the general population using questionnaires.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to different recruitment methods for survivors and the general population.
Limitations
The study may have selection bias and a relatively low response rate.
Participant Demographics
Stomach cancer survivors included 300 males and 108 females, while the general population sample included 497 males and 497 females.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Confidence Interval
95% CI=1.01–4.29
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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