factors for quality of life in patients over 12 months after diagnosis of non-small cell lung cancer
10.3969/j.issn.1674-8115.2018.07.010
- Author:
Ya-Ping HE
1
Author Information
1. School of Public Health, Shanghai Jiao Tong University
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Influencing factor;
Non-small cell lung cancer;
Quality of life
- From:
Journal of Shanghai Jiaotong University(Medical Science)
2018;38(7):775-780
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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Abstract:
Objective • To examine quality of life and its influencing factors in patients over 12 months after diagnosis of non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). Methods • A total of 111 patients included in the study completed the self-reported measures. Quality of life was measured using Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy-Lung. Other measures included socio-demographic characteristics, disease- and treatment-related information, and emotional feelings. Results • The factors influencing the quality of life of NSCLC patients were investigated from two approaches: treatment and subjective feeling. Univariate Logistic regression analysis found the risk factors for low quality of life included sense of low self-esteem and loneliness, bone metastasis, pathological type, chemotherapy cycle, age, cohabitant type and financial burden. Conclusion • The factors associated with quality of life in lung cancer patients are diverse and extensive, and it warrants attention on psychological support and symptom management for these patients.
