Background: Smoking and alcohol are the main risk factors for head and neck cancer. Despite the significant psychological impact, many patients continue to smoke and drink alcohol after diagnosis of cancer. This study aims to analyze the patients' behavior post diagnosis and treatment of head and neck cancer. Methods: An observational retrospective study was conducted on patients suffering from head and neck cancer. Their smoking and alcohol habits before and after diagnosis of cancer were studied. Results: A total of 85 patients were recruited: 80 % males, mean age 61.77±9.30 years. Among smokers, 35.80 % continued smoking post-diagnosis. A statistically significant correlation was found between smoking habit after diagnosis of cancer and type of treatment and tracheostomy. Among drinkers, 65.52 % continued to consume alcohol after diagnosis of cancer. A statistically significant correlation was found between alcohol consumption post-diagnosis and sex. Conclusions: Patients undergoing more invasive treatments are more likely to quit smoking and/or drinking alcohol, suggesting the strong psychological impact of cancer and its therapy. Many patients continue smoking and consuming alcohol due to unawareness, depression, or addiction. However, most patients reduced cigarette smoking and alcohol consumption. Comprehensive care, including psychological support, is essential for these patients.

Verro B., Saraniti G., Fiumara S., Ottoveggio G., Saraniti C. (2024). Smoking and alcohol habits in head and neck cancers: How many patients stop after diagnosis?. JOURNAL OF CANCER POLICY, 41, 1-7 [10.1016/j.jcpo.2024.100498].

Smoking and alcohol habits in head and neck cancers: How many patients stop after diagnosis?

Verro B.
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Saraniti G.;Ottoveggio G.;Saraniti C.
2024-07-25

Abstract

Background: Smoking and alcohol are the main risk factors for head and neck cancer. Despite the significant psychological impact, many patients continue to smoke and drink alcohol after diagnosis of cancer. This study aims to analyze the patients' behavior post diagnosis and treatment of head and neck cancer. Methods: An observational retrospective study was conducted on patients suffering from head and neck cancer. Their smoking and alcohol habits before and after diagnosis of cancer were studied. Results: A total of 85 patients were recruited: 80 % males, mean age 61.77±9.30 years. Among smokers, 35.80 % continued smoking post-diagnosis. A statistically significant correlation was found between smoking habit after diagnosis of cancer and type of treatment and tracheostomy. Among drinkers, 65.52 % continued to consume alcohol after diagnosis of cancer. A statistically significant correlation was found between alcohol consumption post-diagnosis and sex. Conclusions: Patients undergoing more invasive treatments are more likely to quit smoking and/or drinking alcohol, suggesting the strong psychological impact of cancer and its therapy. Many patients continue smoking and consuming alcohol due to unawareness, depression, or addiction. However, most patients reduced cigarette smoking and alcohol consumption. Comprehensive care, including psychological support, is essential for these patients.
25-lug-2024
Settore MEDS-18/A - Otorinolaringoiatria
Verro B., Saraniti G., Fiumara S., Ottoveggio G., Saraniti C. (2024). Smoking and alcohol habits in head and neck cancers: How many patients stop after diagnosis?. JOURNAL OF CANCER POLICY, 41, 1-7 [10.1016/j.jcpo.2024.100498].
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