Absolute and Relative Handgrip Strength as Indicators of Self-Reported Physical Function and Quality of Life in Breast Cancer Survivors: The EFICAN Study

Cancers

Eva Artés-Rodríguez¹  Alba Esteban-Simón²  Alberto Soriano-Maldonado²  David M. Díez-Fernández²  Manuel A. Rodríguez-Pérez²  Antonio J. Casimiro-Andújar²  Miguel Á. Casimiro-Artés³  Herminia Moreno-Martos⁴ 

[1] Area of Statistics and Operative Research, Department of Mathematics, Faculty of Sciences, University of Almería, 04120 Almería, Spain;Department of Education, Faculty of Education Sciences, University of Almería, 04120 Almería, Spain;Realtrack Systems S. L., 04009 Almería, Spain;Servicio Andaluz de Salud, Unidad de Gestión Clínica Almería Periferia, Distrito Sanitario Almería, 04009 Almería, Spain;

关键词: cancer;    physical fitness;    muscular strength;    disability;    life satisfaction;    depression;   

DOI  :  10.3390/cancers13215292

来源: DOAJ

【 摘 要 】

Background: Although breast cancer (BC) is the most prevalent type of cancer in the world, its high survival rate implies that many people live long after the treatments and face their side effects. The physical function (PF) and health-related quality of life (HRQoL) of people surviving BC decreases significantly, which makes important to identify markers that may be associated with a better health status and prognosis. Previous studies suggest that handgrip strength (HGS) and HGS relative to the body mass index (rHGS) are good indicators of PF and HRQoL in different populations. However, it is unknown whether this applies to BC survivors. This study aimed to evaluate the association of HGS and rHGS with PF and HRQoL in this population. Methods: Sixty female BC survivors participated. Handgrip strength was assessed with a dynamometer. Arm volume was estimated and upper limb impairments, as well as cancer-related fatigue, depression, life satisfaction and HRQoL, were assessed using standardized questionnaires. Results: Higher levels of HGS and rHGS were associated with higher levels of HRQoL, lower cancer-related fatigue, and fewer problems with the affected arm. Conclusions: These results suggest that HGS may be a good indicator of self-reported PF and HRQoL in female BC survivors.

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