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Kenzy Jean Pierre1, Elise Verot2, Wafa Bouleftour1
1Department of Medical Oncology, Saint-Etienne University Hospital-Etienne, Saint-Etienne, France.
Background:
The Patient Activation Measure-13 (PAM-13) assesses patients' ability to manage their healthcare. This systematic review aimed to summarize the relationship between the PAM-13 and patient characteristics, as well as program effectiveness.
Methods:
A systematic literature search was conducted using the PubMed database and following the PRISMA guidelines. After screening and selection processes, a total of 21 articles were included for analysis.
Results:
Half of single cancer type studies have been conducted on breast cancer. In terms of impact on the PAM-13 score, non-digital programs (75%) demonstrated higher efficacy in cancer care compared to digital ones (14.29%). Patient characteristics, including education, fear of recurrence, and time spent with healthcare providers, influenced activation levels.
Conclusion:
This systematic review provides insights into the association of PAM-13 with patient characteristics and program effectiveness in clinical cancer care. Future research should validate interventions using PAM-13 and improve digital initiatives to optimize cancer care outcomes.
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