Bethany Nicholson1, Rupert Goodman1, James Day1,2, Austen Worth3, Ben Carpenter4, Kit Sandford5, Emma C Morris1,2,4, Siobhan O Burns1,2, Deborah Ridout6, Penny Titman3, Mari Campbell7,8. 1. Department of Clinical Immunology, Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK. 2. UCL Institute of Immunity & Transplantation, London, UK. 3. Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK. 4. University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK. 5. , London, UK. 6. UCL Great Ormond Street Institute of Child Health, London, UK. 7. Department of Clinical Immunology, Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK. mari.campbell@nhs.net. 8. UCL Institute of Immunity & Transplantation, London, UK. mari.campbell@nhs.net.
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Hematopoietic stem cell transplant (HSCT) is well established as a corrective treatment for many inborn errors of immunity (IEIs) presenting in childhood. Due to improved techniques, more transplants are undertaken and patients are living longer. However, long-term complications can significantly affect future health and quality of life. Previous research has focused on short-term medical outcomes and little is known about health or psychosocial outcomes in adulthood. OBJECTIVE: This project aimed to ascertain the long-term social and psychological outcomes for adults who underwent HSCT for IEI during childhood. METHODS: Adult patients, who had all undergone HSCT for IEI during childhood at two specialist immunology services at least 5 years previously, were invited to participate in the study. Questionnaires and practical tasks assessed their current functioning and circumstances. Information was also gathered from medical notes. Data was compared with population norms and a control group of participant-nominated siblings or friends. RESULTS: Eighty-three patients and 46 matched controls participated in the study. Patients reported significantly better physical health-related quality of life than the general population norm, but significantly worse than matched controls. Patient's self-reported physical health status and the perceived impact of their physical health on everyday life were worse than matched controls and patients reported higher levels of anxiety and lower mood than the general population. For those where their IEI diagnosis was not associated with a learning disability, cognitive function was generally within the normal range. CONCLUSIONS: Patients who have had a HSCT in childhood report mixed psychosocial outcomes in adulthood. More research is needed to establish screening protocols and targeted interventions to maximize holistic outcomes. CLINICAL IMPLICATIONS: Screening for holistic needs and common mental health difficulties should be part of routine follow-up. Information should be provided to patients and families in order to support decision-making regarding progression to transplant and the early identification of any difficulties.
BACKGROUND: Hematopoietic stem cell transplant (HSCT) is well established as a corrective treatment for many inborn errors of immunity (IEIs) presenting in childhood. Due to improved techniques, more transplants are undertaken and patients are living longer. However, long-term complications can significantly affect future health and quality of life. Previous research has focused on short-term medical outcomes and little is known about health or psychosocial outcomes in adulthood. OBJECTIVE: This project aimed to ascertain the long-term social and psychological outcomes for adults who underwent HSCT for IEI during childhood. METHODS: Adult patients, who had all undergone HSCT for IEI during childhood at two specialist immunology services at least 5 years previously, were invited to participate in the study. Questionnaires and practical tasks assessed their current functioning and circumstances. Information was also gathered from medical notes. Data was compared with population norms and a control group of participant-nominated siblings or friends. RESULTS: Eighty-three patients and 46 matched controls participated in the study. Patients reported significantly better physical health-related quality of life than the general population norm, but significantly worse than matched controls. Patient's self-reported physical health status and the perceived impact of their physical health on everyday life were worse than matched controls and patients reported higher levels of anxiety and lower mood than the general population. For those where their IEI diagnosis was not associated with a learning disability, cognitive function was generally within the normal range. CONCLUSIONS: Patients who have had a HSCT in childhood report mixed psychosocial outcomes in adulthood. More research is needed to establish screening protocols and targeted interventions to maximize holistic outcomes. CLINICAL IMPLICATIONS: Screening for holistic needs and common mental health difficulties should be part of routine follow-up. Information should be provided to patients and families in order to support decision-making regarding progression to transplant and the early identification of any difficulties.
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