Smoking Cessation, Version 1.2016, NCCN Clinical Practice Guidelines in Oncology

Area of Science:

• Oncology
• Public Health
• Cancer Research

Background:

• Cigarette smoking is a leading cause of cancer and cancer-related mortality.
• Smoking detrimentally affects cancer treatment outcomes and patient survival rates.
• There is a critical need for standardized smoking cessation interventions in cancer care.

Purpose of the Study:

• To highlight the significance of smoking cessation in cancer patients.
• To establish an evidence-based standard of care for smoking cessation.
• To provide comprehensive recommendations for managing smoking throughout oncology care.

Main Methods:

• Development of the NCCN Guidelines for Smoking Cessation.
• Inclusion of recommendations for addressing smoking in patients with cancer.
• Outlining behavioral and pharmacologic interventions for smoking cessation.

Main Results:

• The guidelines emphasize the importance of smoking cessation for all cancer patients.
• Evidence-based standards of care are established for smoking cessation interventions.
• A framework for integrating cessation support across the continuum of oncology care is provided.

Conclusions:

• Smoking cessation is integral to optimal cancer treatment and survivorship.
• The NCCN Guidelines provide a vital resource for healthcare providers.
• Implementing these guidelines can improve patient outcomes by addressing smoking cessation.