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Hospital-based home care for children with cancer

Helena Hansson1, Inger Hallström, Hanne Kjaergaard

  • 1Juliane Marie Centre for Women, Children and Reproduction, , Copenhagen University Hospital, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark.

Pediatric Blood & Cancer
|May 20, 2011
PubMed

Insights

Hospital-based home care (HBHC) for pediatric oncology patients appears feasible and safe. This approach shows no significant adverse effects on children with cancer, supporting its integration into care.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Oncology
  • Home Healthcare

Background:

  • Hospital-based home care (HBHC) is increasingly utilized in pediatric oncology.
  • Evidence regarding its impact on patient outcomes and family experience is evolving.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the effects of HBHC on pediatric cancer patients' physical health.
  • To assess risks of adverse events, satisfaction, quality of life, and costs associated with HBHC.

Main Methods:

  • A systematic literature search was conducted across PubMed, CINAHL, and EMBASE.
  • Five studies meeting inclusion criteria were identified and analyzed.

Main Results:

  • Studies included small sample sizes and diverse interventions/outcomes.
  • Preliminary findings suggest HBHC is feasible for pediatric cancer patients.
  • No crucial negative effects were identified in the reviewed studies.

Conclusions:

  • Despite limitations, HBHC demonstrates feasibility in pediatric oncology.
  • Further research with larger sample sizes is warranted to confirm findings.

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