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1 Survivorship in Women With Ovarian Cancer
GEMSTONE Educational Module Last Update: April 9, 2018 GEMSTONE, a committee of ovarian cancer experts, provided direction and approval of the material in this educational resource. TESARO, Inc. provided writing and organizational support to GEMSTONE in the generation of this material.

2 Module Objectives Review cancer survivorship care and guidelines for patients with ovarian cancer Discuss the rationale for current examination practices and surveillance testing Provide survivorship resources for patients and healthcare providers

3 Module Outline Introduction to Survivorship Care
Surveillance After Therapy Distress Management Tools Long-Term and Late Effects Warning Signs of Recurrence Management of Menopausal Symptoms Patient Survivorship Care Resources Summary and Unresolved Questions

4 Introduction to Survivorship Care

5 Survivorship Is a Key Component of Cancer Care Trajectory
The Institute of Medicine (IOM) defines survivorship care as beginning at the completion of primary cancer treatment1 However, evolving paradigms require providers to engage with survivorship from initiation of cancer treatment to engender optimal posttreatment health outcomes1 Survivorship Care2 Cancer-free survival Recurrence/ second cancer Start here Managed chronic or intermittent disease Treatment with intent to cure Diagnosis and staging Progression on Treatment Palliative treatment Death 1. Supportive care along the survivorship trajectory. In: Committee on the State of the Science in Ovarian Cancer Research; Board on Health Care Services; Institute of Medicine; National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. Ovarian Cancers: Evolving Paradigms in Research and Care. Washington, DC: National Academies Press. books/NBK367609/. Published April 25, Accessed February 21, Delivering cancer survivorship care. In: Hewitt M, Greenfield S, Stovall E, eds. From Cancer Patient to Cancer Survivor: Lost in Transition. Washington, DC: National Academies Press; 2006:190.

6 DETECTION / SURVEILLANCE
IOM Identifies 4 Essential Components of Posttreatment Survivorship Care DETECTION / SURVEILLANCE of recurrent cancers, new cancers, and late effects of cancer and its treatment INTERVENTION for the long-term and late effects of cancer and its treatment PREVENTION of recurrent and new cancers and other late effects COORDINATION among providers to ensure that all survivors’ health needs are met IOM, Institute of Medicine. Supportive care along the survivorship trajectory. In: Committee on the State of the Science in Ovarian Cancer Research; Board on Health Care Services; Institute of Medicine; National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. Ovarian Cancers: Evolving Paradigms in Research and Care. Washington, DC: National Academies Press. Published April 25, Accessed February 21, 2018.

7 Surveillance After Therapy

8 Surveillance in Patients With Ovarian Cancer Remains a Critical Need
Stage of disease at diagnosis is a factor in determining a patient’s risk for recurrence1 Although relative survival has improved for all stages of ovarian cancer, a lack of accurate screening tools results in 60% of patients being diagnosed with stage III/IV disease2,3 Risk of Recurrence (%) Stage of Disease at Diagnosis 10% 30% 70%–90% 90%–95% Approximately 25% of patients with early-stage disease and >80% of patients with advanced disease will experience recurrence following primary therapy, even with achievement of initial complete response3 1. Ovarian Cancer Research Fund Alliance. Recurrence. Accessed February 23, National Cancer Institute. SEER Cancer Stat Facts: Ovarian Cancer. Revised April Accessed February 20, Salani R, et al. Gynecol Oncol. 2017;146(1):3-10.

9 Goals of Follow-Up Surveillance for Detection of Recurrent Disease
Impact Survival Outcomes Balance Benefits and Pitfalls for Patients Both monitoring for disease recurrence and treatment should translate to decreased morbidity Disease monitoring may result in negative psychological impact on patients Remain Cost Effective Ensure Clinical Effectiveness Effective surveillance plans should aim to reduce excessive costs and unnecessary use of resources for conducting surveillance testing Adherence to recommended guidelines should minimize unnecessary testing while providing optimal surveillance Salani R, et al. Gynecol Oncol. 2017;146(1):3-10.

10 Focusing on Certain Priority Symptoms Can Improve Recurrent Ovarian Cancer Care
Data from 497 women with recurrent ovarian, fallopian, or primary peritoneal cancer from the GOG-0259 trial were evaluated for patient-reported priority symptoms using the Symptom Representation Questionnaire The analysis identified 18 core symptoms that should be assessed among patients with recurrent ovarian cancer to achieve more proactive and personalized care: Pain Anxiety Fatigue Sleep disturbance Peripheral neuropathy Constipation Hair loss Memory dysfunction Abdominal bloating Nausea Drowsiness Depression Lack of appetite Mood swings Weight gain Sexual concerns Palmar-plantar erythrodysesthesia Lymphedema Blevins Primeau AS. Priority Symptoms Identified in Recurrent Ovarian Cancer. Oncology Nurse Advisor. oc/article/644415/. Published March 16, Accessed February 23, 2018.

11 Strong Evidence Demonstrates Benefits of Physical Activity Among Survivors
Studies have demonstrated that: Individualized exercise plans can improve fatigue, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, happiness, and QoL in cancer survivors Tailored exercise routines may reduce risk of recurrence and increase survival rates Providers should discuss barriers to engaging in physical activity with their patients, which may include the following (depicted to the right): Fatigue Neuropathy Pain Financial Nausea Lymphedema Psychosocial Amputation QoL, quality of life. American Cancer Society. Cancer Treatment & Survivorship Facts & Figures survivorship-facts-and-figures/cancer-treatment-and-survivorship-facts-and-figures pdf. Published Accessed February 23, 2018.

12 Follow-Up Recommendation Intervals
Updated SGO Recommendations Provide a Detailed Surveillance Plan for Ovarian Cancer Individualized patient plans should consist of a thorough assessment of symptoms and physical and pelvic examinations until the ideal surveillance strategy is determined Follow-Up Recommendation Intervals Time from completion of primary therapy (years) 0–2 years 2–3 years 3–5 years >5 years Symptom review and examination 3–4 months 4–6 months 6 months Yearlya Pap test/cytology Not indicated CA-125 Optional Radiographic imagingb Insufficient data to support routine use Recurrence suspectedc CT scans or PET/CT scans CA-125 testing a May be followed by a gynecologic oncologist or generalist. b May include chest X-ray, PET/CT scans, MRI, ultrasound. c Based on symptoms, examination, or CA-125 level. CA, cancer antigen; CT, computed tomography; MRI, magnetic resonance imaging; Pap, Papanicolaou; PET, positron emission tomography; SGO, Society of Gynecologic Oncology. Salani R, et al. Gynecol Oncol. 2017;146(1):3-10.

13 Current Recommendations
Physical Examinations Represent a Key Component of Monitoring for Recurrence Gaps and Limitations Reproducibility is low and may not detect other common sites of recurrence Such as retroperitoneal lymph nodes, upper abdominal organs, or lungs Physical examination alone may not be sufficient in certain patients Current Recommendations Follow-up visits every 3–4 months for the first 2 years Followed by visits every 4–6 months for years 2–3, then every 6 months for years 3–5, then yearly Review of symptoms and physical examination (bimanual pelvic and rectovaginal) are important parts of follow-up care, since 26%–50% of recurrences occur within the pelvis Salani R, et al. Gynecol Oncol. 2017;146(1):3-10.

14 Current Recommendations
Serum Biomarker Surveillance With CA-125 May Identify Patients Earlier in Their Recurrence Sensitivity and specificity for CA-125 levels to detect disease recurrence range from 62% to 94% and 91% to 100%, respectively1 Patients should be counseled regarding the advantages and limitations of serum biomarker surveillance with CA-1252 Current Recommendations Gaps and Limitations SGO: Measurement of CA-125 is optional1 National Comprehensive Cancer Network® (NCCN®): For patients with prior chemotherapy and partial or complete remission, and who then have serial increases in CA-125a, recommended options include enrollment in a clinical trial, delaying treatment until clinical relapse, or immediate treatment for recurrent disease3,b Elevated CA-125 may also be found in other cancers, and monitoring has been associated with significant distress and anxiety2 A randomized, controlled trial of early vs delayed treatment of recurrent ovarian cancer revealed no significant survival advantage to early treatment (HR 0.98, 95% CI 0.80–1.20, p=0.85)4 a Patients should have imaging studies if clinically indicated and tumor molecular testing prior to treatment for biochemical relapse. b Recommendation of immediate treatment for recurrent disease is based on lower-level evidence with NCCN consensus that the intervention is appropriate (category 2B). CA, cancer antigen; CI, confidence interval; HR, hazard ratio; NCCN, National Comprehensive Cancer Network; OS, overall survival; SGO, Society of Gynecologic Oncology. 1. Salani R, et al. Gynecol Oncol. 2017;146(1): Fleming ND, et al. Gynecol Oncol. 2011;121(2): Referenced with permission from the NCCN Clinical Practice Guidelines in Oncology (NCCN Guidelines®) for Ovarian Cancer Including Fallopian Tube Cancer and Primary Peritoneal Cancer V © National Comprehensive Cancer Network, Inc All rights reserved. Accessed April 9, To view the most recent and complete version of the guideline, go online to NCCN.org. NCCN makes no warranties of any kind whatsoever regarding their content, use or application and disclaims any responsibility for their application or use in any way. 4. Rustin GJS, et al. Lancet. 2010;376(9747):

15 What Is Role of Radiographic Imaging in Detection of Recurrent Disease?
Radiographic imaging is best reserved as a supplement to abnormalities in physical examination, CA-125 levels, or symptoms CT Scans MRI Scans Ultrasound PET/CT Scans Limitation May lack the ability to detect a small volume of disease Increased costs limit use; functional approaches may improve accuracy Not typically used due to user variability and limited visibility Only slightly more sensitive compared to CT scans in patients with normal CA-125 levels Sensitivity 40%–93% 62%–91% 45%–85% 45%–100% Specificity 50%–98% 40%–100% 60%–100% CA, cancer antigen; CT, computed tomography; MRI, magnetic resonance imaging; PET, positron emission tomography. Salani R, et al. Am J Obstet Gynecol. 2011;204(6):

16 Distress Management Tools

17 Cancer-Related Distress Can Manifest Through a Variety of Symptoms in Patients
Distress is an unpleasant experience of a psychological, social, spiritual, and/or physical nature that can make it more challenging to cope with cancer, its symptoms, and its treatment NCCN Clinical Practice Guidelines In Oncology (NCCN Guidelines®): Expected Distress Symptoms Fear and worry about future Concerns about illness Sadness about loss of usual health Anger, feeling out of control Poor sleep Poor appetite Poor concentration Preoccupation with thoughts of illness and death Concerns with disease or treatment side effects Concerns about social role (ie, as a parent) Spiritual/existential concerns Adapted with permission from the NCCN Clinical Practice Guidelines in Oncology (NCCN Guidelines®) for Distress Management V © 2018 National Comprehensive Cancer Network, Inc. All rights reserved. The NCCN Guidelines® and illustrations herein may not be reproduced in any form for any purpose without the express written permission of NCCN. To view the most recent and complete version of the NCCN Guidelines, go online to NCCN.org. The NCCN Guidelines are a work in progress that may be refined as often as new significant data become available. NCCN makes no warranties of any kind whatsoever regarding their content, use or application and disclaims any responsibility for their application or use in any way.

18 Distress Can Occur at Any Point During a Patient’s Cancer Journey
NCCN Guidelines® recommend that distress should be recognized, monitored, documented, and treated at all stages of disease, as well as in all settings NCCN Guidelines: Patients at Increased Risk for Distress History of psychiatric disorder or substance use disorder Severe comorbid illnesses History of depression/suicide attempt Social issues (including younger age, living alone, young or dependent children, and history of abuse) Cognitive impairment Spiritual/religious concerns Communication barriers Uncontrolled symptoms Adapted with permission from the NCCN Clinical Practice Guidelines in Oncology (NCCN Guidelines®) for Distress Management V © 2018 National Comprehensive Cancer Network, Inc. All rights reserved. The NCCN Guidelines® and illustrations herein may not be reproduced in any form for any purpose without the express written permission of NCCN. To view the most recent and complete version of the NCCN Guidelines, go online to NCCN.org. The NCCN Guidelines are a work in progress that may be refined as often as new significant data become available. NCCN makes no warranties of any kind whatsoever regarding their content, use or application and disclaims any responsibility for their application or use in any way.

19 Active Communication Can Help Reduce Distress in Survivors
Experts in survivorship and distress management have obtained education, training, and credentials to conduct evaluations and provide treatment Survivors may be referred to the following specialists, depending on their needs: Nurses Social Workers Psychologists Psychiatrists Chaplains Nurses are often the first to detect and screen for distress Social workers play a role in addressing practical and psychosocial problems Psychologists can provide a range of services, including treatment for mental health issues and cognitive problems Psychiatrists are specialized medical doctors who are trained to assess the physical and mental aspects of mental health Chaplains are certified to care for issues like grief, guilt, loss of faith, and spiritual concerns Referenced with permission from the NCCN Clinical Practice Guidelines in Oncology (NCCN Guidelines®) for Distress Management V © National Comprehensive Cancer Network, Inc All rights reserved. Accessed February 23, To view the most recent and complete version of the guideline, go online to NCCN.org. NCCN makes no warranties of any kind whatsoever regarding their content, use or application and disclaims any responsibility for their application or use in any way.

20 Distress May Limit a Patient’s Self-Care and Worsen Their Health
NCCN Guidelines recommend that patients undergo clinical assessment (which may include clinical interviews and validated scales/screeners for anxiety and depression) if there is clinical evidence of moderate to severe distressa NCCN Guidelines: Periods of Increased Vulnerability Finding a suspicious symptom End of treatment During a diagnostic workup Admission to/discharge from hospital Finding out the diagnosis Transition to survivorship Learning about genetic/familial cancer risk Medical follow-up and surveillance Awaiting treatment Treatment failure Change in treatment modality Recurrence/progression or advanced cancer Significant treatment-related complication(s) End of life a See slide 22 for more information about the Distress Thermometer. Adapted with permission from the NCCN Clinical Practice Guidelines in Oncology (NCCN Guidelines®) for Distress Management V © 2018 National Comprehensive Cancer Network, Inc. All rights reserved. The NCCN Guidelines® and illustrations herein may not be reproduced in any form for any purpose without the express written permission of NCCN. To view the most recent and complete version of the NCCN Guidelines, go online to NCCN.org. The NCCN Guidelines are a work in progress that may be refined as often as new significant data become available. NCCN makes no warranties of any kind whatsoever regarding their content, use or application and disclaims any responsibility for their application or use in any way.

21 Distress Screening Tools Are Effective in Identifying a Patient’s Psychosocial Needs
Screening tools prompt patients to respond to one or more verbal statements or questions Hand-held devices, interactive voice responses, and internet-based programs can also be used in addition to paper-based survey screening tools Help detect patient stress Provide detailed evaluations Allow for better distress management Help improve patient self-care May lead to better health outcomes SCREENING TOOLS Referenced with permission from the NCCN Clinical Practice Guidelines in Oncology (NCCN Guidelines®) for Distress Management V © National Comprehensive Cancer Network, Inc All rights reserved. Accessed February 26, To view the most recent and complete version of the guideline, go online to NCCN.org. NCCN makes no warranties of any kind whatsoever regarding their content, use or application and disclaims any responsibility for their application or use in any way.

22 Complementary Screening Tools Can Be Used for Detecting Distress
Distress Thermometer is a well- known screening tool Problem List is completed alongside the Distress Thermometer 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 YES NO Practical Problems Physical Problems Child care Appearance Housing Bathing/dressing Insurance/financial Breathing Transportation Changes in urination Work/school Constipation Treatment decisions Diarrhea Eating Family Problems Fatigue Dealing with children Feeling swollen Dealing with partner Fevers Ability to have children Getting around Family health issues Indigestion Memory/concentration Emotional Problems Mouth sores Depression Nausea Fears Nose dry/congested Nervousness Pain Sadness Sexual Worry Skin dry/itchy Loss of interest in usual activities Sleep Substance use Spiritual/Religious Concerns Tingling in hands/feet Extreme Distress No Distress Other Problems: Adapted with permission from the NCCN Clinical Practice Guidelines in Oncology (NCCN Guidelines®) for Distress Management V © National Comprehensive Cancer Network, Inc. All rights reserved. The NCCN Guidelines® and illustrations herein may not be reproduced in any form for any purpose without the express written permission of NCCN. To view the most recent and complete version of the NCCN Guidelines, go online to NCCN.org. The NCCN Guidelines are a work in progress that may be refined as often as new significant data become available. NCCN makes no warranties of any kind whatsoever regarding their content, use or application and disclaims any responsibility for their application or use in any way.

23 Resources to Manage Distress Should Be Varied Based on Patient’s Needs
Spirituality and religion may be related to better mental health Chaplains can provide support to patients experiencing feelings like grief, guilt, and hopelessness Cancer Education Learning about cancer and its treatment may reduce patient distress Patient navigator programs are a useful resource for patients Chaplaincy Care Practical problems Illness, food, money, work, school, language, and caregiving Psychosocial problems Wide range from worsening QoL to conflicts within the patient’s family Psychoeducation Medicine Psychotherapy Substance use disorder treatment Complementary & integrative therapies Exercise Social Work & Counseling Mental Health Services Referenced with permission from the NCCN Clinical Practice Guidelines in Oncology (NCCN Guidelines®) for Distress Management V and NCCN Guidelines for Patients® Distress V © National Comprehensive Cancer Network, Inc All rights reserved. Accessed February 26, To view the most recent and complete version of the guideline, go online to NCCN.org. NCCN makes no warranties of any kind whatsoever regarding their content, use or application and disclaims any responsibility for their application or use in any way.

24 Long-Term and Late Effects

25 Both the Disease and Its Treatment Can Affect Every Aspect of a Patient’s Life
Late effects are unrecognized toxicities that are absent at the end of therapy and manifest months to years later as previously unseen injuries are unmasked Long-term effects are complications of treatment, that begin during treatment and continue beyond the end of treatment, which impact a patient’s well-being Some late and long-term effects: Financial Financial hardship Job lock or loss Employment and insurance discrimination Psychosocial Poor quality of life Fear of recurrence Poor self-esteem Anxiety and depression Body-image disturbances Altered intimacy Relationship difficulties Impact on family dynamics Social isolation Altered spirituality Physical Second malignancies Cardiotoxicity Acute organ toxicities Congestive cardiac failure Neurocognitive deficits Infertility Premature menopause Sexual impairment Chronic fatigue Pain syndromes Aziz NM, et al. Semin Radiat Oncol. 2003;13(3):

26 Warning Signs of Recurrence

27 Advancing Disease May Lead to Additional Physical Symptoms
Potential Cause Management Considerations Inability to have bowel movement or pass gas, abdominal pain, cramps, nausea, vomiting, distention Malignant bowel obstruction1 Surgical Decompression: nasogastric/gastric intubation Medical: opioids, antispasmodics, antiemetics, antisecretory agents, corticosteroids Distention, anorexia and early satiety, extreme fatigue Ascites2 Drainage 1. Roeland E, et al. Curr Oncol Rep. 2009;11(4): Courtney A, et al. J Vasc Interv Radiol ;19(12): 27

28 Management of Menopausal Symptoms

29 Hormone Replacement Therapy Can Relieve Menopausal Symptoms in Patients With Ovarian Cancer
Management of menopausal symptoms is important for improving QoL1 HRT is the delivery of estrogen ± progesterone to replace the ovarian production of hormones disrupted by spontaneous or induced menopause2 Induced Menopause1 Definition Cessation of menstruation following bilateral oophorectomy or iatrogenic ablation of ovarian function due to chemotherapeutic treatment or pelvic radiation Characterized by A sudden onset of symptoms of increased severity compared to spontaneous or natural menopause Adverse health outcomes Cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, cognitive impairment Menopausal symptoms of estrogen deficiency Vasomotor flashes, vaginal dryness, fatigue, mood changes Management Generally HRT Common practice to avoid for hormone-sensitive tumors HRT, hormone replacement therapy; QoL, quality of life. 1. Del Carmen MG, et al. Gynecol Oncol. 2017;146(2): Saeaib N, et al. Cochrane Database Syst Rev ;(2):CD

30 Patient Survivorship Care Resources

31 Survivorship Care Plan & Self-Care Plan Survivorship Calendar
SGO Has Developed Useful Resources for Survivors to Guide Next Steps After Treatment Cancer survivors have several tools at their disposal to use in conjunction with information provided by their physician and/or cancer care team Survivorship Care Plan & Self-Care Plan Information Cards Survivorship Calendar Treatment Summary Society of Gynecologic Oncology. Survivorship Toolkit. toolkit/. Accessed February 23, 2018.

32 Advanced Nurse Practitioners Play a Key Role in Providing Survivorship Care
APN Role Considerations Developing care plans Ensure content is accurate Provide comprehensive survivorship information that is evidence based Access NCCN, ACS, and ASCO Survivorship Care Guidelines; communicate with treating physicians on specifics Maintain communication with healthcare team Survivorship clinic visit Provide education Follow-up schedule Late and long-term effects Recurrence prevention General health promotion strategies Resources Coordination and communication of care Clarification of roles of healthcare team (oncologists vs PCP) Coordinate appointments Provide support Screen for supportive needs and initiate referral as needed Tailor/adapt survivorship care plan based on holistic patient assessment Barriers to transitioning to survivorship care Patient readiness to learn Financial status Social support ACS, American Cancer Society; APN, advanced practice nurse; ASCO, American Society of Clinical Oncology; NCCN, National Comprehensive Cancer Network; PCP, primary care provider. Sun V, et al. J Adv Pract Oncol. 2015;6(1):64-70.

33 Group Interventions Can Address Many Cancer-Related Issues and Provide Emotional Support
Patients may choose to participate in support groups comprised of survivors of various stages of treatment and allow them to hear about the experiences of others living with ovarian cancer1 Patient participation in a support group for women recently diagnosed with ovarian cancer can provide multiple categories of experiences2 Listening, talking, comparing, and laughing Sharing knowledge and giving advice Providing hope, care, consolation, power, encouragement, support, understanding, relief, normality, etc Reducing loneliness Strengthening connections PATIENTS ARE IN THE SAME BOAT An exchange of informational support A platform for emotional support A sharing of experiences and emotions 1. Referenced with permission from the NCCN Guidelines for Patients® Ovarian Cancer V © National Comprehensive Cancer Network, Inc All rights reserved. Accessed February 9, To view the most recent and complete version of the guideline, go online to NCCN.org. NCCN makes no warranties of any kind whatsoever regarding their content, use or application and disclaims any responsibility for their application or use in any way. 2. Ahlberg K, et al. Oncol Nurs Forum. 2006;33(4):E53-61.

34 Summary and Unresolved Questions

35 Module Summary Survivorship is an essential component of ovarian cancer care1 Multifaceted surveillance strategies are required to ensure early detection of recurrent disease2 Increased communication with patients can lead to decreased patient distress, better detection of recurrence, and improved QoL3 QoL, quality of life. 1. Supportive care along the survivorship trajectory. In: Committee on the State of the Science in Ovarian Cancer Research; Board on Health Care Services; Institute of Medicine; National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. Ovarian Cancers: Evolving Paradigms in Research and Care. Washington, DC: National Academies Press. Published April 25, Accessed February 21, Sun V, et al. J Adv Pract Oncol. 2015;6(1): McCorkle R, et al. CA Cancer J Clin. 2011;61(1):50-62.

36 Unresolved Questions What are the unique survivorship care needs for women with ovarian cancer? How do the needs differ for women without active symptoms compared to women living with chronic illness? What data are available on long-term (>10 years post- diagnosis) survivors? What interventions beyond exercise (eg, psychosocial therapy) are correlated with survivorship benefit?

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