Clinical Report: Analysis of Work Readiness and Self-Efficacy in Breast Cancer Survivors

Overview

This study identifies two distinct profiles of return-to-work readiness and self-efficacy among postoperative breast cancer patients who have returned to work.

Background

Breast cancer is the most prevalent malignancy among women, with many patients of working age facing challenges in occupational reintegration post-surgery. Understanding return-to-work readiness and self-efficacy is crucial.

Data Highlights

Key Findings

• Two latent profiles identified: Uncertain Maintenance-Low Self-Efficacy and Proactive Maintenance-High Self-Efficacy.
• Daily working time of 6–8 hours is associated with higher self-efficacy (OR = 2.303).
• Older age correlates with higher self-efficacy (OR = 1.062).
• Higher job satisfaction is linked to a higher self-efficacy profile (OR = 2.078).

Clinical Implications

Healthcare professionals should consider the psychological and occupational factors influencing return-to-work readiness and self-efficacy in breast cancer survivors.

Conclusion

The study highlights the heterogeneity in return-to-work profiles among breast cancer survivors.

Related Resources & Content

1. NCCN Guidelines® Insights, PubMed, 2023 -- Survivorship, Version 2.2025
2. The ASCO Post, 2014 -- Cancer Survivors Face Unique Challenges Reentering the Workforce
3. Frontiers in Psychiatry, 2026 -- Patterns and predictors of cognitive function and post-traumatic growth in cancer patients: a latent profile analysis
4. The ASCO Post, 2025 -- Do Breast and Gynecologic Cancers Contribute to Job Resignation in Working Women?
5. Cochrane, 2025 -- Which factors are related to return to work in breast cancer survivors?
6. Journal of Neuro-Oncology — Assessing Work Reintegration as a Patient-Centric Outcome After Glioma Surgical Intervention
7. NCCN Guidelines® Insights: Survivorship, Version 2.2025 - PubMed
8. Which factors are related to return to work in breast cancer survivors? | Cochrane