The Effect of a Self-Management Lymphedema Education Program on Lymphedema, Lymphedema-Related Symptoms, Patient Compliance, Daily Living Activities and Patient Activation in Patients With Breast Cancer-Related Lymphedema: A Quasi-Experimental Study
The Effect of a Self-Management Lymphedema Education Program on Lymphedema, Lymphedema-Related Symptoms, Patient Compliance, Daily Living Activities and Patient Activation in Patients With Breast Cancer-Related Lymphedema: A Quasi-Experimental Study
The aim of this pre-test post-test quasi-experimental study is to evaluate the effects of a self-management lymphedema (SML) education program on patient adherence, daily life activities, and patient activation in individuals with breast cancer-related lymphedema (BCRL). This study involves 44 patients diagnosed with BCRL and is conducted at Hacettepe University Oncology Hospital Lymphedema Diagnosis and Treatment Application and Research Center. Upper extremity lymphedema assessments are performed at the beginning of the study, followed by the implementation of a structured SML education program. Participants are monitored for a total of 12 months. Data collection tools include the Personal Information Form, Upper Extremity Lymphedema Diagnosis Form, Adaptation to Chronic Illness Scale, KATZ Daily Living Activities Index, Disability of Arm, Shoulder, and Hand Questionnaire, and Patient Activation Measure.
This study focuses on evaluating the potential benefits of a structured self-management lymphedema education program in patients with breast cancer-related lymphedema. It aims to improve patient adherence, activation, and daily life activity levels through a comprehensive education-based intervention.The study was conducted as a master's thesis and has been completed.
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