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1Department of Medical Oncology, Izmir University Medical Park Hospital, Izmir, Turkey.
European Journal of Cancer Care
|June 22, 2016
Summary
Cancer patients receiving chemotherapy often use complementary or alternative medicine (CAM). However, their knowledge of CAM
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Integrative Medicine
- Patient Care
Background:
- Complementary or alternative medicine (CAM) use is prevalent among cancer patients.
- Understanding patient knowledge and usage patterns of CAM is crucial for integrated cancer care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the usage patterns and knowledge levels of complementary or alternative medicine (CAM) among cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy (CT).
Main Methods:
- A questionnaire-based study was conducted with 289 cancer patients receiving chemotherapy.
- Data collected included CAM usage, reasons for use, concurrent use with CT, and patient knowledge regarding CAM effects and side effects.
Main Results:
- 22% of patients used CAM, primarily herbal substances orally.
- Common reasons for CAM use included belief in natural strengthening, family insistence, perceived lack of CT benefit, and supportive treatment.
- A significant proportion (52%) did not inform clinicians about CAM use, and knowledge regarding CAM effects and side effects was poor.
Conclusions:
- Cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy exhibit considerable CAM usage.
- There is a significant gap in patient knowledge about CAM, and a lack of communication with healthcare providers regarding its use.
- Improving patient education and encouraging open communication about CAM use are essential for safe and effective cancer care.
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