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Using Group Concept Mapping to Define Priorities for Lymphedema Care and Research.

Sara P Myers^1,2, Min-Jeong Cho³, Erin E Burke¹

¹Division of Surgical Oncology, Department of Surgery, The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, Columbus, Ohio, USA.

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Summary

This study identified key priorities for cancer-related lymphedema care, emphasizing improved access and resource utilization to enhance patient outcomes and secure research funding.

Keywords:

group concept mapping lymphedema patient-reported outcome metrics prospective surveillance

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Area of Science:

Oncology
Lymphedema Research
Health Services Research

Background:

Cancer-related lymphedema is a common, disabling consequence of cancer treatments.
A lack of established research and therapeutic priorities hinders multidisciplinary lymphedema care.
Group concept mapping (GCM) is employed to define clinical and academic priorities.

Purpose of the Study:

To establish clinical and scholarly priorities for multidisciplinary collaboration in cancer-related lymphedema.
To identify areas for improved patient outcomes and research funding opportunities.
To develop a framework for advancing lymphedema prevention and treatment.

Main Methods:

A GCM study was conducted with 35 lymphedema care providers and researchers.
Participants used the Groupwise® platform to generate, categorize, and rate priorities.
Hierarchical cluster analysis and GoZone plots visualized conceptual similarities and priority ratings.

Main Results:

Seventy-four priority areas were identified across seven domains.
Key domains include patient-reported outcomes, surveillance, surgical management, diagnosis, risk factors, basic research, and access to care.
Improving access to care and mitigating resource barriers were rated highest for value-based care and funding potential.

Conclusions:

The identified priorities offer a framework for multidisciplinary collaboration at a Lymphatic Education & Research Network (LE&RN) Center of Excellence.
This framework aims to enhance care delivery and patient outcomes for those affected by cancer-related lymphedema.
Prioritizing access and resources is crucial for advancing lymphedema research and care.