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Patient-Reported Outcomes for Breast Cancer
Sarah E Tevis1, Ted A James2, Henry M Kuerer3
1Department of Breast Surgical Oncology, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX, USA.
Annals of Surgical Oncology
|July 5, 2018
Summary
Patient-reported outcomes (PROs) capture patient perspectives on health and treatment. Integrating breast-specific PROs enhances patient-physician communication and high-value cancer care.
Area of Science:
- Breast surgical oncology
- Patient-centered care
- Health outcomes research
Background:
- Patient-reported outcomes (PROs) are crucial for understanding patient perceptions of health, treatment effects, and quality of life.
- Key metrics include survival, functional status, complications, and long-term consequences.
- Value-based healthcare emphasizes incorporating patient priorities while managing costs.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the development and validation of PROs in breast surgical oncology and reconstruction.
- To assess the impact of PROs on patient-physician communication and treatment outcomes.
- To explore the potential of PROs in influencing healthcare reimbursement.
Main Methods:
- Systematic review of available PROs in breast surgical oncology.
- Analysis of PRO impact on patient-physician communication and treatment outcomes.
- Evaluation of PROs' role in value-based healthcare and reimbursement.
Main Results:
- PROs offer valuable insights into patient experiences with breast cancer treatments and reconstruction.
- PRO implementation can improve patient-physician communication and treatment decision-making.
- Transparent, breast-specific PROs are essential for high-value cancer care.
Conclusions:
- Systematic incorporation of patient-reported outcomes is vital for patient-centered breast surgical oncology.
- Addressing challenges like survey fatigue and financial burden is necessary for effective PRO implementation.
- PROs are key to delivering high-value, exceptional quality care in breast cancer management.
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