1.Psychosocial status and stigma among cancer survivors
Irmuun B ; Zoljargal T ; Munkhbolor E ; Yagaanzul M ; Oyunsuren D ; Khishigsuren Z ; Khishig-Undrakh M ; Enkhee L ; Dulamsuren P ; Oyunsuren J ; Sarantsend Ch ; Bilguuntugs Z ; Baigalmaa S ; Bayasaakhuu Ya ; Tenuunjargal A
Mongolian Journal of Health Sciences 2026;93(3):70-76
Background:
Cancer is not only a physiological disease but also a complex condition that profoundly affects an individual’s psychological well-being and social relationships. Misconceptions about cancer within the public, including its association with death and the tendency to attribute blame to patients as being “personally responsible,” contribute to the development of social stigma among cancer survivors. This stigma negatively impacts patients’ engagement in treatment and their quality of life, highlighting the need to assess societal attitudes based on survivors’ lived experiences.
Aim:
To examine the everyday lived experiences of cancer survivors, measure perceived social stigma, and identify psychological challenges as well as sources of support.
Materials and Methods:
A mixed-methods design was employed. In the quantitative component, the Cancer Stigma Scale (CASS) and the Attitudes Toward Cancer Questionnaire (ATCQ) were translated and their content validity was evaluated by an expert panel using the Content Validity Index (CVI), followed by pilot testing to confirm feasibility (FVI). In the qualitative component, focus group discussions were conducted with cancer survivors, and coping ability was assessed using psychological assessment tools.
Result:
A total of 207 participants (68% female; mean age 33.82±13.7 years) were included in the quantitative study. Participants experienced a moderate level of cancer-related stigma, with negative attitudes most strongly associated with perceptions of disease severity and individual responsibility. Qualitative findings revealed that physician communication and family support played a decisive role in psychological responses at the time of diagnosis disclosure. Excessive sympathy or social distancing increased psychological distress, whereas normal interpersonal interaction and realistic encouragement were identified as the most effective forms of support.
Conclusion
To improve psychosocial support for cancer survivors, it is essential to enhance healthcare professionals’ communication skills, promote accurate public understanding of cancer, and strengthen the sustainability of survivor support group activities.
2.The study of the diagnostic value of determination of serum aquaporin-4 and glial fibrillary acidic protein in primary brain tumor
Orkhontuul Sh ; Angir-Ujin B ; Baigalmaa D ; Naranjargal D ; Enkhee O ; Tovuudorj A ; Ariunzaya B ; Tsogtsakhan S ; Enkhsaikhan L
Mongolian Medical Sciences 2021;196(2):27-31
Introduction:
According to the World Health Organization (WHO) in 2020, brain and central nervous system
(CNS) cancers account for 2% of all newly diagnosed cancers in the world and 1.5% in Mongolia.
Approximately 85-90% of all brain and other CNS tumors were diagnosed primary brain tumor. In
2019, the average 5 year survival probability was 50% for other cancers and 11% for the primary
brain tumors. There were 28 patients with primary brain tumor and 33 relatively healthy individuals
in our study.
Goal:
To study the diagnostic value of serum aquaporin-4 and glial fibrous acidic protein in the diagnosis of
primary brain cancer
Material and Methods:
The Department of Neurosurgery at Third central hospital included 28 patients with primary brain
cancer and 33 relatively healthy people. The study was conducted under the permission of the Medical
Ethics Review Committee of the Ministry of Health on June 19, 2019 №119. Serum aquaporin-4
and glial fibrous acidic protein content was determined by the ELISA kits method using the human
aquaporin-4 and glial fibrous acid protein test kit of the Chinese company “Sanlong”. The level is
assumed to be true if the p value is less than 0.05.
Results
Mean age of the all participants was 42.9±16.5, 64% female and 36% male. Serum aquaporin-4 protein
levels were 175.71±13.3 pg/ml and serum glial fibrilliary acidic protein levels were 2.682±0.218 ng/ml
in patient with primary brain tumor. Serum aquaporin-4 protein and glial fibrilliary acidic protein levels
were statistically significant high (p<0.001) in patient with primary brain tumor. Serum aquaporin-4
protein and glial fibrilliary acidic protein level differences were statistically significant (p<0.05) in benign
and malignant tumor. There was no statistically significant correlation between serum aquaporin-4
and glial fibrillary acidic protein level and primary brain tumor grade.
3. THE SUCCESSFUL SURGICAL TREATMENT FOR ABDOMINAL AORTIC COARCTATION AND LEFT NEPHRECTOMY
Erdenesuren J ; Nyamsuren S ; Altankhuyag G ; Ganchudur L ; Demid-Od N ; Zorig TS ; Damdinsuren TS ; Badamsed TS ; Delgertsetseg D ; Jargalsaikhan S ; Batmunkh M ; Enkhee O
Journal of Surgery 2016;20(2):96-
Middle aortic coarctation (MAC), a variantof middle aortic syndrome, is a rare entity withonly ~200 cases described in the literature.It classically presents with early onset andrefractory hypertension, abdominal angina,and lower extremity claudication(1).A 30 years-old woman, Her systolic bloodpressure measures 180-200mm Hg and diastolicpressures measure 70mm Hg in both arms,lower extremity pressures are approximately70mm Hg. Her bilateral femoral pulses andpedal pulses are nonpalpable, but present onDoppler exam and CT-Angiography.We prepared diagnostic of CT-Angiographyand Aortography before operation. Wesuccessful operated abdominal aorticcoarctation by “Silver graft” Aortoaortic bypasson the middle aortic, left nephrectomy.She was discharged home on postoperativeday 7. Post operation is good. We werecontrolled CT-Angiography.
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