A5080274997- Cancer survivorship and care
- Nutrition and Health in Aging
- Childhood Cancer Survivors' Quality of Life
- Lymphatic System and Diseases
- Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment
- Lung Cancer Treatments and Mutations
- Cancer Immunotherapy and Biomarkers
- COVID-19 and healthcare impacts
- Pancreatic and Hepatic Oncology Research
- Cancer Risks and Factors
- Lung Cancer Research Studies
- Frailty in Older Adults
- Head and Neck Cancer Studies
- Lung Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment
- Pancreatitis Pathology and Treatment
- Radiomics and Machine Learning in Medical Imaging
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Research
- Management of metastatic bone disease
- COVID-19 and Mental Health
- Neuroendocrine Tumor Research Advances
- Cancer-related cognitive impairment studies
- Cancer, Stress, Anesthesia, and Immune Response
- Bone health and treatments
- Nutritional Studies and Diet
- Cardiovascular and exercise physiology
University of Verona
2019-2025
Background: Despite the benefits related to physical exercise, large numbers of cancer patients are not sufficiently active. Methods: To investigate exercise levels and preferences in patients, a cross-sectional study was conducted on random sample 392 outpatients who anonymously completed questionnaire investigating general medical characteristics, expressed willingness participate programs. Current were estimated with Leisure Score Index (LSI). Results: Most (93%) insufficiently active but...
Evidence of the feasibility physical exercise for patients with bone metastases is still scarce. This study assessed in‐person or home‐based programs and explored their efficacy in lesions. Twenty‐one were invited to participate an intervention consisting 12 weeks in-person aerobic resistance training twice a week. The primary endpoint was program, including recruitment, completion, attendance, adherence, tolerance rates, safety. Secondary outcomes fitness patient‐reported parameters. To...
Introduction: Although the literature supports importance of physical activity in oncological context, Italy a large number patients are not sufficiently active. Methods: The present study aimed to explore factors influencing an active lifestyle cancer during treatments. Semi-structured focus groups, including 18 with different types, were conducted at Oncology Unit University Hospital Trust Verona (Italy). interviews audio-recorded, transcribed verbatim, and analyzed content analysis....
Abstract Background Feasibility of exercise in patients with metastatic cancer is still a challenge. This study aimed to determine the feasibility and preliminary efficacy an intervention based on patient-preferred delivery mode affected by cancer. Materials Methods Forty-four confirmed diagnosis were recruited 3-month program. Whereas program consisted aerobic resistance activities performed twice week, participants may choose delivery: home based, personal training, or group based. The...
The current study aims to investigate the practice of bone metastasis management in patients with non-small cell lung cancer. An online questionnaire was administered 92 oncologists. A survey developed and revised by dedicated experts composed five sections: i) general work characteristics, ii) diagnostic issues, bone-targeted agents iii) radiotherapy iv) supportive care issues. Descriptive statistics applied. 18F-FDG PET is preferred evaluation for skeletal assessment both (62 %) without...
Introduction: Cachexia represents a relevant issue in oncological care, which is still lacking effective therapies. Although the incidence of cancer cachexia varies across types, it responsible for approximately quarter cancer-related deaths. The pathophysiology this syndrome multifactorial, including weight loss, muscle atrophy and impairment pro-/anti-inflammatory balance.Areas covered: Diagnostic criteria optimal endpoints cachexia-dedicated trials are debated, slowing identification...
Abstract Background While immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) are increasingly reshaping the therapeutic landscape of non‐small‐cell lung cancer (NSCLC), only a limited proportion patients achieve relevant and long‐lasting benefit with these treatments, calling for identification clinical and, ideally modifiable, predictors efficacy. Body composition phenotypes may reflect aspects patients' immunology thereby their ability to respond ICIs. This study aims explore possible association between...
Introduction We aim to examine the population’s perception of physical exercise in patients with cancer. Materials and methods An anonymous survey was conducted reach a sample Italian adults. The questionnaire investigated sociodemographic factors, levels, perceptions about importance, benefits, safety exercise, support from oncologists family/friends, as well capability ease exercise. Results Overall, 838 persons participated this survey. majority respondents agree that is important (60.5%)...
ABSTRACT Purpose This qualitative study aimed to explore the experiences of patients with cancer and bone metastases who participated in a personalized exercise program. Methods Individual interviews were conducted through purposeful sampling attended 3‐month supervised Using phenomenological approach, semi‐structured questions developed investigate benefits, risks, facilitators, barriers related exercise. Data analyzed using inductive thematic analysis. Results Thirteen mixed types study....