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Complementary and alternative therapies for cancer.

Barrie R Cassileth1, Gary Deng

  • 1Integrative Medicine Service, Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, New York, New York 10021, USA. Cassileth@mskcc.org

The Oncologist
|February 3, 2004
PubMed
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Many cancer patients use unproven alternative therapies that can be harmful. Complementary therapies, however, can help manage cancer symptoms and improve quality of life when used alongside conventional treatment.

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Area of Science:

  • Oncology
  • Integrative Medicine
  • Evidence-Based Practice

Background:

  • A significant number of cancer patients utilize complementary and alternative medicine (CAM).
  • Alternative therapies lack proven efficacy and may pose risks.
  • Complementary therapies are often used adjunctively to manage cancer symptoms and enhance patient well-being.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review commonly used complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) modalities in oncology.
  • To evaluate the evidence for the efficacy and safety of CAM therapies.
  • To discuss implications for oncologists regarding CAM use by cancer patients.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) therapies.
  • Analysis of evidence regarding efficacy and safety of various CAM approaches.

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  • Discussion of herbal remedies commonly used by cancer patients.

    • Main Results:

    • Alternative cancer therapies are largely unproven and potentially harmful.
    • Complementary therapies frequently offer benefits in symptom control and quality of life.
    • Herbal remedies are a common component of CAM use in cancer care.

    Conclusions:

    • Oncologists need to be knowledgeable about popular complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) therapies.
    • Open communication between patients and oncologists regarding CAM use is crucial.
    • Providing reliable information on CAM is essential for informed decision-making in cancer care.