• Quality-of-Life Assessment of Fibroid Treatment Options and Outcomes. (scienceblog.com)
  • The primary outcomes included quality o f l ife (36-item Short Form Survey [SF-36]), satisfaction (Charleston Psychiatric Outpatient Satisfaction Scale), treatment credibility, and service delivery perception scores obtained at 4 weeks, 8 weeks, 3 months, and 12 months. (psychiatrist.com)
  • Then we used different scales to assess primary and secondary outcomes: Diabetes Distress Scale (DDS) and Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ) to assess primary outcomes, and a Short Health Anxiety Inventory (SHAI), a Revised Version of the Diabetes Quality of Life Questionnaire (DQLQ), and a General Medication Adherence Scale (GMAS) were used to investigate secondary outcomes. (biomedcentral.com)
  • The prevalence of DD globally is around 45% which is quite high as it is a predictor of clinical outcomes among patients of T2DM [ 6 ] Poor self-care, poor self-management, and a reduced treatment adherence among patients with diabetes are some of the negative treatment outcomes associated with DD [ 7 ]. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Background: Health-related quality of life (HRQoL) is poor in patients with persistent diabetic foot ulcers and poor HRQoL predicts worse outcomes in these patients. (lu.se)
  • Financial barriers that delay health care decisions and treatment can affect cancer outcomes. (facingourrisk.org)
  • In WHO's Eastern Mediterranean Region, most cases of cancer are diagnosed at a late stage when treatments are less effective which results in poorer outcomes for patients. (who.int)
  • But patients rated the non- or minimally invasive treatments - UAE and MRgFUS - more favorably. (scienceblog.com)
  • A study to assess quality of life changes during the period that patients attended a trichology center was conducted over a 24 month period. (researchgate.net)
  • We conducted a prospective observational cohort study to evaluate health-related quality of life in 30 patients with unstable ankle fractures who were otherwise healthy. (nih.gov)
  • Ornidazole mixture can promote the curative effect, shorten the time of symptom disappearance, and effectively improve the masticatory function and quality of life in patients with endodontic diseases. (hindawi.com)
  • Patients may have masticatory pain, gingival redness, and swelling and can cause tooth radiation pain, increasing patients' pain and reducing their quality of lives [ 1 ]. (hindawi.com)
  • To compare quality-of-life (QOL) change associated with treatment as usual (TAU, any antidepressant treatment) versus adjunctive vagus nerve stimulation treatment (VNS + TAU) in a population of patients with treatment-resistant depression (TRD) for 5 years. (psychiatrist.com)
  • According to Wolter, these side effects have far-reaching effects that can impact a patient's marriage, self-esteem, and social life, especially as most patients with prostate cancer enter the age for experiencing erectile dysfunction naturally. (curetoday.com)
  • When it comes to erectile dysfunction, there are two forms of treatment patients can receive. (curetoday.com)
  • Wolter discussed results of a study that showed a 93% satisfaction rate in patients who received the prosthesis compared with 51% and 40% in the other treatments. (curetoday.com)
  • Often, the pain and lack of mobility make it very difficult for patients to follow through with cancer therapies and treatments recommended by their oncologists. (imaginis.com)
  • Often left bedridden by the pain, cancer patients with vertebral compression fractures must rely on their family or other caregivers to assist with every aspect of life, including the basic tasks, such as bathing and eating. (imaginis.com)
  • The procedure carries substantial risks and due to the long recovery period associated with open surgery, not everyone is a good candidate for this treatment-especially patients in the more advanced stages of cancer who may have a limited life expectancy. (imaginis.com)
  • Following the treatment using the plasma-mediated device and cement augmentation the patients had marked improvement of pain and increased mobility that allowed them to continue radiation therapy or chemotherapy. (imaginis.com)
  • Patients who have undergone the procedure typically report significant improvements in their quality of life: from being in severe pain for months prior to treatment, to much improved or even pain free. (imaginis.com)
  • 241 elderly patients with depression (meeting DSM-IV diagnostic criteria) were randomly assigned to either telemedicine (n = 120) or same-room treatment (n = 121) between April 1, 2007, and July 31, 2011. (psychiatrist.com)
  • Results provide evidence that quality o f l ife and satisfaction with care are not adversely influenced by the decision to use a telehealth modality instead of in-person treatment, and, as a result, resources can be devoted to offering services in patients' homes through telemedicine. (psychiatrist.com)
  • Patients with chronic HCV undergoing treatment following the Egyptian National Guidelines at one of the national treatment centers were approached. (stir.ac.uk)
  • 742 patients were invited to participate in the QoL side study and complete questionnaires at 1 (T1) and 2 (T2) years after start of endocrine treatment. (eur.nl)
  • However, it is unclear whether minor amputation negatively affects HRQoL compared with conservative treatment in patients with diabetic foot ulcers. (lu.se)
  • Methods: In the cohort of the multicenter, prospective, observational Eurodiale study, we determined difference in change of HRQoL measured by EQ-5D between patients with a diabetic foot ulcers that healed after conservative treatment (n = 676) and after minor amputation (n = 145). (lu.se)
  • All patients were provided with standard tumordestructive treatment schedules and complementarily treated with sME or Lentinan during chemotherapy according to treatment protocol. (iiarjournals.org)
  • Biometrically, the patients of the control and sME treatment group were comparable regarding distribution, clinical classification (WHO) and treatment protocols. (iiarjournals.org)
  • This study showed that complementary treatment with sME can beneficially reduce the side-effects of chemotherapy in cancer patients and thus improve quality of life. (iiarjournals.org)
  • The EHP-30 is the best validated disease-specific questionnaire for the documentation of endometriosis related impact on patients´ life. (researchsquare.com)
  • [ 1 ] Neurostimulation (or neuromodulation) is an acceptable palliative treatment option for both patients who are not surgical candidates and those who do not gain seizure freedom after surgery. (medscape.com)
  • It is considered a palliative treatment as the aim is seizure reduction and patients do not generally attain seizure freedom. (medscape.com)
  • [ 5 ] found that when used in conjunction with a multidisciplinary and multimodality treatment regimen, more than 60% of patients experienced at least a 50% reduction in seizure burden. (medscape.com)
  • Epilepsy patients have a lower quality of life than the general population as well as many other chronic disease patients. (hilarispublisher.com)
  • This study aims to evaluate quality of life and associated characteristics among epilepsy patients who visited North Shoa zone hospitals in Ethiopia. (hilarispublisher.com)
  • The disease significantly affects the patients' quality of life as well as social, cognitive, psychological, and physical aspects of their daily lives. (hilarispublisher.com)
  • Epilepsy is a devastating disorder that affects patients' quality of life, regardless of use of antiepileptic drugs (AEDs) [ 6 ]. (hilarispublisher.com)
  • Therefore, we recommend non-surgical treatment as the primary choice for patients with RCD. (bmj.com)
  • Providing treatment that is discordant with patients' preferences for end-of-life care can lead to unnecessary or unwanted treatment. (ahrq.gov)
  • This article summarizes the incidence of treatment discordant with their Portable Orders for Life Sustaining Treatment (POLST) and advanced directives (ADs) and tools for use by clinicians and patients and family members to promote concordant care. (ahrq.gov)
  • Update: Based on data from clinical trials, the FDA approved Dignicap scalp cooling device for treatment in patients diagnosed with solid tumors who are receiving chemotherapy. (facingourrisk.org)
  • The clinicians at the City of Hope GI Cancer Center in Atlanta are committed to offering state-of-the-art treatments for patients with gastrointestinal cancer. (cancercenter.com)
  • Our multidisciplinary team of board-certified medical oncologists, surgical oncologists, radiation oncologists and supportive care clinicians work with our patients to deliver quality clinical care with a patient-centered approach. (cancercenter.com)
  • For patients with advanced colorectal, appendix or stomach cancer, surgery to reduce the size of a tumor may be recommended in combination with hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC), a highly concentrated, heated chemotherapy treatment delivered directly to the abdominal cavity during surgery. (cancercenter.com)
  • Our oncologists are committed to improving treatment options for gastrointestinal cancer patients. (cancercenter.com)
  • As part of that commitment, the GI Cancer Center offers qualified patients carefully selected clinical trials in studying new treatment approaches like immunotherapy for pancreatic cancer and other innovative research. (cancercenter.com)
  • Our goal is to improve the quality of life for our patients and their caregivers. (browardhealth.org)
  • The team works together to provide optimal symptom relief, emotional and spiritual support, and assistance to patients and families in making treatment decisions that respect the patient's wishes. (browardhealth.org)
  • The NYT article uses the stories of two breast cancer patients to illustrate how financial concerns can limit the ability of some individuals to pursue treatment. (facingourrisk.org)
  • Your gift will help support our mission to end cancer and make a difference in the lives of our patients. (mdanderson.org)
  • Change the lives of cancer patients by giving your time and talent. (mdanderson.org)
  • The purpose of this study was to describe the quality of life among 33 patients with chronic kidney disease in haemodialysis treatment and to establish whether there were differences features between them, due to adherence behavior. (bvsalud.org)
  • The results of the t-student for independent samples showed significant differences in physical function, between the groups of patients with and without adherence to treatment (n = 19 and n = 13 respectively). (bvsalud.org)
  • Our goal is for our patients to stool with regularity and participate in all social activities with the confidence of being accident-free and enjoying an enhanced quality of life. (luriechildrens.org)
  • Dr. Grabowski is a board-certified pediatric surgeon with a special interest in the treatment of patients with anorectal malformations (imperforate anus, cloaca), Hirschsprung disease, colonic dysmotility and constipation, inflammatory bowel disease, and other colorectal and intestinal diseases. (luriechildrens.org)
  • Sometimes, cancer patients feel sick just from thinking about cancer treatment. (cdc.gov)
  • International policy for treatment of multidrug- and ri- fampin-resistant tuberculosis (MDR/RR TB) relies large- from none to monthly sputum smear microscopy ly on individual patient data (IPD) from observational and cultures with periodic drug-susceptibility testing studies of patients treated under routine conditions. (cdc.gov)
  • Each of these treatments may affect sexual health of patients in the short or long term. (bvsalud.org)
  • Patients with confirmed metastasis to N2 nodal stations (para-aortic, celiac, or superior mesenteric artery) do not benefit from radical resection and should receive systemic and/or palliative treatment. (medscape.com)
  • Direct psychological consequences can arise from any one of these factors, making it harder for patients to treat their diabetes and live productive, enjoyable lives. (cdc.gov)
  • TRIAD VII: do prehospital providers understand Physician Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment documents? (ahrq.gov)
  • POLST (Physician Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment) is an approach to improving end-of-life care in the United States, encouraging providers to speak with the severely ill and create specific medical orders to be honored by health care workers during a medical crisis. (wikipedia.org)
  • This is a key benefit as it also helps the patient to comply better with additional chemotherapy or targeted radiotherapy treatment. (imaginis.com)
  • However, the therapies that were required to save his life - including chemotherapy, radiotherapy and surgery - had major and ongoing side effects. (thekidscancerproject.org.au)
  • Several treatment strategies are used chemotherapy , radiotherapy , surgery and hormone therapy . (bvsalud.org)
  • Dr. Brooks however, admits to Ms Civali that research suggests that many women may not actually need the hormonal treatment in order to remain in remission because their initial surgery coupled with the follow-up therapies were sufficient. (ama-assn.org)
  • A lot of the immuno-response therapies and nanoparticle treatments sound very exciting and very promising. (thekidscancerproject.org.au)
  • While there are several treatment options available, including medications, hormone therapies, and surgery, many women are turning to a minimally invasive procedure called adenomyosis embolization (AE) to manage their symptoms and achieve long-term relief. (selfgrowth.com)
  • The use of formity, accuracy, and completeness could add value to adjunct therapies such as surgery ( 6 ), hospitalization, IPD quality. (cdc.gov)
  • Adherence to therapies is a primary determinant of treatment success. (who.int)
  • For many men, treatment for prostate cancer can result in certain side effects that can greatly impact a patient's quality of life. (curetoday.com)
  • There are common treatments, such as medications that include Viagra (sildenafil citrate), and uncommon, often less desirable, treatments such as self-administered injection therapy in the patient's penis and vacuum erection devices that require assistance from a partner. (curetoday.com)
  • Article : A cancer patient's tumor is genetically profiled-how does that info help treatment? (facingourrisk.org)
  • To that end, the relationships built pre-surgery continue for many years, so each patient's life can remain as easy and manageable as possible for years to come. (luriechildrens.org)
  • In this context, a patient's therapeutic behaviours used to be judged passively based on the concept of "compliance" - how closely a patient follows the treatment prescribed by a doctor. (who.int)
  • Following the diagnosis of breast cancer, Dr. Brooks explained to Ms Civali that she had 2 main treatment options: a total mastectomy or breast-conserving surgery, both options followed by chemotherapy and radiation. (ama-assn.org)
  • After diagnosis, each patient is evaluated by a gastroenterologist, a surgical oncologist, a medical oncologist and a team of supportive care clinicians, who consult with one another on the range of treatment options and side-effect management tools available. (cancercenter.com)
  • From the time of diagnosis throughout the continuum of care, palliative care is provided alongside curative treatment or treatment to improve quality of life. (browardhealth.org)
  • Please check with a medical professional if you need a diagnosis and/or for treatments as well as information regarding your specific condition. (davita.com)
  • The appropriate therapy for neurogenic bladder and a successful treatment outcome are predicated upon an accurate diagnosis through a careful medical and voiding history, together with a variety of clinical examinations, including urodynamics and selective radiographic imaging studies. (medscape.com)
  • The 1982 publication of The Prevention and Treatment of Five Complications of Diabetes: A Guide for Primary Care Practitioners was an initial attempt to provide straightforward and practical information that primary care practitioners could immediately apply in their practice in the diagnosis and prevention of complications of diabetes. (cdc.gov)
  • The questionnaire was also given after six months of cosmetic treatments. (researchgate.net)
  • The KAP is a valid and reliable 38 statement questionnaire which measures the effects of genetic alopecia on quality of life. (researchgate.net)
  • Self-reported QOL assessments, using the Quality of Life Enjoyment and Satisfaction Questionnaire Short Form (Q-LES-Q-SF), were gathered in a multicenter, longitudinal registry (January 2006-May 2015) comparing the antidepressant efficacy of VNS + TAU versus TAU in TRD. (psychiatrist.com)
  • The mean time lapse between HIFU treatment and the questionnaire response was 17.5 months. (urotoday.com)
  • All participants were administered by Beck Depression Inventory, Beck Anxiety Inventory, Quality of Life Index, Global Assessment of Functioning Scale, and the Acceptance and Action Questionnaire-II to assess at pre-and post-treatment level their ratings on such scales. (ijpsy.com)
  • Therefore, the clinical treatment of this disease is based on the principle of antibacterial therapy. (hindawi.com)
  • In the past, conventional fillers were mostly used for permanent root canal filling in the clinical treatment of endodontic diseases. (hindawi.com)
  • Join this interactive discussion between two HIV experts as they review the latest evidence and guidelines for ART selection and share clinical pearls for tailoring treatment plans and wraparound services to address the unique needs of aging veterans with HIV. (primeinc.org)
  • Cognitive-behavioral therapy has been shown in multiple randomized clinical trials to be effective in the treatment of mild-to-moderate MDDs in children and adolescents. (medscape.com)
  • As part of our mission to eliminate cancer, MD Anderson researchers conduct hundreds of clinical trials to test new treatments for both common and rare cancers. (mdanderson.org)
  • It's all about finding better treatments that don't have the same level of side effects, and that therefore offer a better quality of life for survivors. (thekidscancerproject.org.au)
  • Support groups are also available, including the cancer transitions survivorship program, a four-week workshop designed to help survivors transition from active treatment to post-treatment care. (browardhealth.org)
  • In mild cases, psychosocial interventions are often recommended as first-line treatments, whereas in the more severe cases, medication in addition to psychotherapeutic intervention is often recommended. (medscape.com)
  • Our knowledge about illness perceptions and self-efficacy in relation to maintaining everyday activities and HRQoL following CRC treatment is incomplete. (scirp.org)
  • To explore associations between HRQoL, fatigue, mental health, gastrointestinal health, illness perceptions and self-efficacy in relation to maintaining everyday activities, three months after surgical CRC treatment. (scirp.org)
  • Six-month follow-up has shown sustained efficacy for this treatment modality. (medscape.com)
  • In treatment-resistant depression, repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation had higher. (psychiatrist.com)
  • Regarding the results, an ANCOVA analysis revealed a significant effect of ACT to reduce the level of depression and anxiety scores as well as an improvement in quality of life in the treatment group (p (ijpsy.com)
  • Based on the present study, we conclude that ACT effectively reduces anxiety and depression, and achieves an improvement on the quality of life among health workers in this study and can be applied as efficient psychological treatment. (ijpsy.com)
  • Psychotherapy appears to be a useful initial acute treatment for mild-to-moderate depression. (medscape.com)
  • Cancer treatments can cause many other side effects, including tiredness, trouble eating, and depression. (cdc.gov)
  • Conclusion: The QLQ-BRECON23 is an internationally validated tool to be used alongside the EORTC QLQ-C30 (cancer) and QLQ-BR23 (breast cancer) questionnaires for evaluating quality of life and satisfaction after breast reconstruction. (bris.ac.uk)
  • However, adherence to treatment becomes more challenging with age, cognitive and functional decline and with the increasing complexity of medical regimens to maintain health and quality of life. (who.int)
  • OAK BROOK, Ill. - Women who received one of three treatments for uterine fibroids at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston said their symptoms diminished and their quality of life significantly increased, according to a new study published in the May issue of Radiology. (scienceblog.com)
  • Quality of life significantly increased following each of the fibroid treatment options," Dr. Fennessy said. (scienceblog.com)
  • Anxiety and stress were significantly higher during the treatment period than at the end of treatment. (stir.ac.uk)
  • Perceived social support was significantly higher during the treatment period than at baseline and end of therapy, Z ≥ -2.27, p ≤.023. (stir.ac.uk)
  • Tamoxifen and aromatase inhibitors are associated with side effects which can significantly impact quality of life (QoL). (eur.nl)
  • At the GI Cancer Center, our surgical oncologists have expertise in standard-of-care and advanced treatment procedures, including a surgical technique called irreversible electroporation, which is used to treat certain pancreatic cancers that can't be removed with surgery. (cancercenter.com)
  • These treatments when used together reduce the risks of complications such as cement migrating outside the vertebral body. (imaginis.com)
  • This personalized approach ensures that the treatment is effective and minimizes the risk of complications. (selfgrowth.com)
  • The recommendations relate to the prevention, detection, and treatment of the major complications of diabetes. (cdc.gov)
  • After hearing Dr. Brooks discuss the next possible round of treatment and expressing her concerns-both physical and psychological-Ms Civali reports that she is unwilling to make an independent decision with regard to the hormone treatment and asks Dr. Brooks for her recommendation. (ama-assn.org)
  • Endometriosis is one of the most common gynaecological illnesses causing extensive psychological, physical and social impact on patient´s life and exerts negative effects on health-related quality of Life (HRQoL). (researchsquare.com)
  • 2 ]. A person's physical health, physical, social, and psychological functioning, as well as their quality of life, would all be assessed in a perfect health evaluation. (hilarispublisher.com)
  • The AASM guideline recommends psychological and behavioral interventions (including, but not limited to, cognitive-behavioral therapy [CBT]) as effective in the treatment of chronic comorbid insomnia as well as primary insomnia. (medscape.com)
  • World Cancer Day aims to promote awareness on cancer as a public health issue and to strengthen actions towards improving access to quality care, screening, early detection, treatment and palliative care. (who.int)
  • A cooling cap fits tightly on your head and keeps your scalp cold before, during, and after your chemotherapy treatment. (cdc.gov)
  • Some people choose to shave their head before their hair starts to fall out, or to wear a wig, hat, or scarf during chemotherapy treatment. (cdc.gov)
  • A utility weight (a single unit of measure that encompasses all the different quality-of-life benefits from a health care intervention) was obtained for each of the fibroid treatment options, allowing comparisons of quality of life before and after treatment. (scienceblog.com)
  • It is concluded that cognitive behavior therapy is an effective and promising intervention for depressive symptoms, diabetes distress, and health anxiety which also helps the person to promote quality of life, treatment adherence and physical activity. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Comparing to documents like DNI (Do Not Intubate), DNR (Do Not Resuscitate) and advance directive, the POLST form provides more information on the types of end-of-life treatment or intervention that the severely ill wishes to receive. (wikipedia.org)
  • Similarly, over all time points, there was no statistically significant difference in patient satisfaction or treatment credibility. (psychiatrist.com)
  • This study showed that compared to women with LDHPs, women with HDHPs had statistically significant delays in diagnostic procedures and treatment: "Slight delays added up to long delays," Dr. Wharam said. (facingourrisk.org)
  • But until now, we haven't been able to evaluate all of the options with health-related quality-of-life measures, assessing symptom relief as well as the pain, anxiety or recovery time associated with the treatment itself. (scienceblog.com)
  • Lower health-related quality of life (HRQoL) is associated with fatigue, poor mental and poor gastrointestinal health during the first three months after colorectal cancer (CRC) treatment. (scirp.org)
  • Health-related quality of life (HRQoL) is a patient-reported outcome measure commonly used after cancer therapy. (scirp.org)
  • VIENNA, AUSTRIA (UroToday.com) - The study goal was to evaluate health related quality of life (HRQOL) after salvage high intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) for locally radio-recurrent prostate cancer (CaP). (urotoday.com)
  • Certain QoL issues are treatment- and/or time-specific and deserve attention by health care providers. (eur.nl)
  • Aesthetic results, shared decision-making and health-related quality of life. (lu.se)
  • A randomized controlled trial is warranted to further examine the influence of minor amputations on health-related quality of life. (lu.se)
  • Data on quality of life was assessed through interviews using the World Health Organization Quality of Life-Brief (WHOQOL BREF) Version. (hilarispublisher.com)
  • Craig now gives $100 per month from his pay-packet to The Kids' Cancer Project to support research aimed at improving the lives of kids who, like him, face a future of difficult health challenges as a result of their cancer treatment. (thekidscancerproject.org.au)
  • Yes, I've got a few health issues resulting from my treatment, but it's not something that I allow to impact my daily life. (thekidscancerproject.org.au)
  • At Broward Health, our dedicated team offers an individualized, holistic approach to cancer treatment. (browardhealth.org)
  • The POLST paradigm requires people, their surrogates, and their providers to accomplish three core tasks: First, POLST begins with a conversation between a health care professional and the individual (or the individual's authorized surrogate) about treatment options in light of the individual's current condition. (wikipedia.org)
  • If you smoke, quitting smoking can improve your health and your quality of life, whether or not you have COPD. (healthline.com)
  • Likewise, the first group reveal better quality of life related with mental health while the another group was related with physical aspects. (bvsalud.org)
  • Additionally, there will be a call for increased action to improve cancer awareness, prevent cancer, support advancements in diagnostics and treatment, and address the shortcomings in health systems highlighted by the COVID-19 pandemic. (who.int)
  • Today, more important to supporting treatment success depends on the extent to which a person's behaviour - taking medication, following a diet, and/or executing lifestyle changes - corresponds with agreed recommendations from a health care provider. (who.int)
  • It is estimated that 970 million with these pathologies have a poor quality of life and a Health Sci. (who.int)
  • About 30% of epilepsy cases are medically intractable and require non-pharmacologic treatment. (medscape.com)
  • HDHPs are designed to lower insurers' costs by discouraging testing and treatments that are not medically warranted. (facingourrisk.org)
  • Treatment options include hysterectomy, minimally invasive uterine artery embolization (UAE) and a noninvasive MR-guided focused ultrasound (MRgFUS) procedure. (scienceblog.com)
  • This is in contrast to surgical treatments such as hysterectomy, which require a large incision in the abdomen and can leave a visible scar. (selfgrowth.com)
  • Compared to surgical treatments such as hysterectomy, AE is less expensive and can be performed on an outpatient basis, which means that there are no additional hospital fees. (selfgrowth.com)
  • Several months after the surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation treatments-all of which appear to have been successful-Dr. Brooks raises the possibility of Ms Civali's beginning an orally administered hormone-based therapy, telling Ms Civali that this could help reduce the risk of the cancer's recurring. (ama-assn.org)
  • Primary treatment of localized breast cancer, which is what Ms Civali has, consists, in most cases, of breast-conserving surgery, followed by radiation and systemic adjuvant therapy according to the particular risks of the cancer. (ama-assn.org)
  • In this case these prognostic and predictive factors are unknown, but it may be assumed that Dr. Brooks' decision to perform a breast-conserving surgery followed by chemotherapy and radiation was the most appropriate first step of Ms Civali's cancer treatment. (ama-assn.org)
  • Breast-conserving surgery in the treatment of breast cancer. (lu.se)
  • [ 1 ] While resective surgery is the treatment of choice in these cases, it is not always feasible. (medscape.com)
  • Treatments for most gastrointestinal diseases include chemotherapy , radiation , surgery , targeted therapy or immunotherapy , either alone or in combination. (cancercenter.com)
  • Alison Osborne is an advanced practice nurse in the Division of Pediatric Surgery specializing in the surgical care and treatment of children with a variety of congenital and acquired conditions with a particular focus on anorectal and intestinal diseases. (luriechildrens.org)
  • A side effect occurs when treatment damages healthy cells, or organs are removed during surgery. (cdc.gov)
  • If you have lymph nodes removed during surgery, or if radiation treatment damages a lymph node or vessel, the lymph fluid may not be able to drain properly. (cdc.gov)
  • In more severe cases of COPD, ogygen treatment or surgery may be recommended. (cdc.gov)
  • What if I don't have this surgery or treatment? (cdc.gov)
  • Since the National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF) was founded in 1994, the death rates from breast cancer in Australia have reduced by over 40%, thanks in large part to research in prevention, early detection and new and improved breast cancer treatments. (nbcf.org.au)
  • Therefore, losing hair often affects an individual's self-image, self-esteem, and overall quality of life. (researchgate.net)
  • The importance of hair loss on an individual's general quality of life should not be underestimated. (researchgate.net)
  • Second, the individual's preferences for treatments are incorporated into medical orders, which are recorded on a highly visible, standardized form that is kept at the front of the medical record or with the individual if they lives in the community. (wikipedia.org)
  • Research suggests the POLST form accurately represents individual's treatment preferences the majority of the time and that the treatments provided at the end of life match the orders on the form. (wikipedia.org)
  • Research indicates that maintaining usual activities has a positive impact on HRQoL after treatment for CRC. (scirp.org)
  • The triple group required more nursing and practitioner attention due to increased anxiety levels and impaired HRQoL during the treatment therapy. (stir.ac.uk)
  • It may therefore not be considered treatment failure in terms of HRQoL but rather a viable treatment option. (lu.se)
  • Assessment of quality of sexual life in women after breast cancer treatment: about 100 cases]. (bvsalud.org)
  • The GI Cancer Center team also works closely with other supportive care clinicians to manage additional disease- and treatment-related side effects, such as nausea and vomiting . (cancercenter.com)
  • Such combined treatment increases the likelihood not only of mitigating depressive symptomatology but also of improving self-esteem, coping skills, adaptive strategies, and family and peer relationships. (medscape.com)
  • Recent studies have shown that subacromial decompression and non-surgical treatments provide equivalent results in RCD without a full-thickness tendon lesion. (bmj.com)
  • Of these, 190 shoulders remained symptomatic and were randomised to non-surgical or surgical treatments. (bmj.com)
  • Results At the 2-year follow-up, both non-surgical and surgical treatments for RCD reduced pain and improved shoulder function. (bmj.com)
  • Conclusions Non-surgical and surgical treatments for RCD provided equivalent improvements in pain and function. (bmj.com)
  • Psychotherapeutic interventions are effective treatments to treat depressive symptoms and to improve the quality of life in many chronic diseases including diabetes. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Current evidence-supported interventions include cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), pharmacotherapy, or a combination of both should be offered as treatment for children and adolescents with major depressive disorder (MDD). (medscape.com)
  • The POLST document is a standardized, portable, brightly colored single page medical order that documents a conversation between a provider and an individual with a serious illness or frailty towards the end of life. (wikipedia.org)
  • A POLST form allows emergency medical services to provide treatment that the individual prefers before possibly transporting to an emergency facility. (wikipedia.org)
  • POLST orders are also known by other names in some states: Medical Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment (MOLST), Medical Orders on Scope of Treatment (MOST), Physician's Orders on Scope of Treatment (POST) or Transportable Physician Orders for Patient Preferences (TPOPP). (wikipedia.org)
  • As technology and treatment options change, POLST forms will also continue to evolve. (wikipedia.org)
  • The POLST form is designed to transfer across treatment settings, so it is readily available to medical personal, including EMTs, emergency physicians and nursing staff. (wikipedia.org)
  • An established POLST program can help reduce unwanted hospitalizations and honor the person's end-of-life wishes. (wikipedia.org)
  • In a 2006 consensus report, the National Quality Form observed that "compared with other advance directive programs, POLST more accurately conveys end-of-life preferences and yields higher adherence by medical professionals. (wikipedia.org)
  • The National Quality Forum and other experts have recommended nationwide implementation of the POLST paradigm Implementation of POLST was also recently recommended by the National Academy of Sciences Institute of Medicine in its report, "Dying in America: Improving Quality and Honoring Individual Preferences Near the End of Life. (wikipedia.org)
  • Our study not only provides measures to aid in future cost-utility analysis of uterine fibroid treatments, but it may be helpful to patient and physician decision-making with regard to treatment options. (scienceblog.com)
  • Only one serious AE was allocated to complementary treatment in each group (1 angioedema in sME group). (iiarjournals.org)
  • Diet can be a complementary treatment for Hashimoto's disease by affecting thyroid function and anti-inflammatory properties. (mdpi.com)
  • Also, symptom experience deteriorated more during the treatment period than at the baseline, Z ≥ -1.97, p ≤ .04. (stir.ac.uk)
  • However, aside from focusing on symptom reduction, no attention is paid to the quality of life of those with epilepsy. (hilarispublisher.com)
  • When fibroids are symptom-free, they generally don't require treatment. (healthywomen.org)
  • In July 1997, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the use of VNS as an adjunctive treatment for refractory partial epilepsy in adults and adolescents aged 12 years and older. (medscape.com)
  • In 2017, the AASM released an updated guideline for the pharmacologic treatment of chronic insomnia in adults. (medscape.com)
  • Data collection was carried out using an information sheet and two validated scales RSS (relation Ship and sexual) and BESAA (Body EsteemScale for adolescents and Adults ) to assess the quality of sexual life and body image . (bvsalud.org)
  • Although this treatment was able to provide some relief from pain and other symptoms, it was not able to achieve a radical cure and there was still a high probability of recurrence after treatment [ 4 ]. (hindawi.com)
  • We during treatment, which, at times, continues after suc- prepared guidance on which data to collect and what cessful treatment to detect recurrence ( 2 ). (cdc.gov)
  • Immunotherapy is treatment that uses the immune system to fight cancer. (facingourrisk.org)
  • In some areas more intensive treatment options are available for youth with worsening symptoms who do not yet meet criteria for inpatient hospitalization. (medscape.com)
  • These programs include partial hospitalization, day treatment, and intensive outpatient programs and are designed to help mitigate acute safety risks and the need for inpatient psychiatric hospitalization. (medscape.com)
  • Ms Civali also acknowledges significant frustration with her current medical situation, saying she feels worn down by the constant trips to the hospital and other reminders of her recent medical history and wishes that she could return to the life she led prior to the discovery of her cancer. (ama-assn.org)
  • They concluded that the treatment of localized radio-recurrent CaP by salvage HIFU is associated with clinically significant reduction in urinary function. (urotoday.com)
  • None o f t he SF-36 scores showed a significant difference between the 2 treatment groups by the end o f t he study period, with little significance shown throughout the intermediate time points. (psychiatrist.com)
  • A wide range of potentially independent domains spanning all significant dimensions of quality of life are required in order to provide a measure of quality of life that is both valid and reliable [ 3 ]. (hilarispublisher.com)
  • Adenomyosis can have a significant impact on a woman's quality of life, causing pain, heavy bleeding, and other symptoms that can interfere with daily activities. (selfgrowth.com)
  • This disease will ing on previous treatment received by the individual largely require different treatment approaches indi- patient (either first-line or second-line medicines) and vidualized to the specific characteristics of the patient the epidemiologic setting ( 3 , 4 ). (cdc.gov)
  • In terms of overall satisfaction, the penile prosthesis has a much higher satisfaction rate in comparison to other treatments such as oral medication and penile injection. (curetoday.com)
  • Pyoderma gangrenosum (PG) lacks consensus regarding treatment, and no prior studies assess treatment satisfaction in PG. (nih.gov)
  • The aim of this multi-centre survey is to assess treatment adherence and quality of life in a Jordanian and Lebanese population newly diagnosed with hypertension or with uncontrolled essential hypertension being on antihypertensive treatment for at least 6 months. (astrazenecaclinicaltrials.com)
  • Through a repetitive development process, and patient support for treatment adherence ( 7 ), such we suggest essential patient- and treatment-related as patient-centered directly observed therapy (DOT), characteristics that should be collected by prospective also varies by program. (cdc.gov)
  • Epilepsy has a negative impact on quality of life that is brought on by a number of things, including the usage of antiepileptic drugs. (hilarispublisher.com)
  • Living with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) may impact your everyday life. (healthline.com)
  • A New York Times article published on May 4, 2018 examines the impact of high insurance deductibles on breast cancer treatment. (facingourrisk.org)