A Systematic Review of Integrative Oncology Programs

Seely, Dugald; Weeks, Laura; Young, Sarah

doi:10.3747/co.19.1182

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“…[12] Up to 93% of people use CAM during their cancer experience,[34567] yet few resources exist, including knowledgeable health professionals or appropriate, and inclusive models of care, to support safe and effective CAM use by cancer patients. Despite these and other challenges, Canadian oncology nurses are taking a leadership role in shaping the integration of CAM into cancer care in this country.…”

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Integrating complementary and alternative medicine into cancer care: Canadian oncology nurses′ perspectives

Truant

Balneaves

Fitch

2015

Asia-Pacific Journal of Oncology Nursing

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The integration of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) and conventional cancer care in Canada is in its nascent stages. While most patients use CAM during their cancer experience, the majority does not receive adequate support from their oncology health care professionals (HCPs) to integrate CAM safely and effectively into their treatment and care. A variety of factors influence this lack of integration in Canada, such as health care professional(HCP) education and attitudes about CAM; variable licensure, credentialing of CAM practitioners, and reimbursement issues across the country; an emerging CAM evidence base; and models of cancer care that privilege diseased-focused care at the expense of whole person care. Oncology nurses are optimally aligned to be leaders in the integration of CAM into cancer care in Canada. Beyond the respect afforded to oncology nurses by patients and family members that support them in broaching the topic of CAM, policies, and position statements exist that allow oncology nurses to include CAM as part of their scope. Oncology nurses have also taken on leadership roles in clinical innovation, research, education, and advocacy that are integral to the safe and informed integration of evidence-based CAM therapies into cancer care settings in Canada.

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Integrating complementary and alternative medicine into cancer care: Canadian oncology nurses′ perspectives

Truant

Balneaves

Fitch

2015

Asia-Pacific Journal of Oncology Nursing

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“…Cancer patients are increasingly using CAM, and the number of IO programs is growing internationally [10,13,14]. On average, about 40% of all people suffering from cancer in Western industrialized countries use CAM alongside their oncological treatment.…”

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“…In response to that, the field of integrative oncology (IO) has emerged, a discipline that embraces conventional and evidence-based complementary therapies. IO represents a more holistic approach to oncological treatment [8,9,10] which considers all factors that affect health, including mind, emotions, lifestyle, and body [9,11]. The spectrum of IO is broad and may encompass supportive care services such as nutritional and psychological counseling or sports rehabilitation.…”

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Evaluating the Demand for Integrative Medicine Practices in Breast and Gynecological Cancer Patients

Schuerger

Klein

Hapfelmeier³

et al. 2018

Breast Care

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Introduction: Integrative medicine is becoming increasingly relevant to modern oncology. The present study aims to assess the demand for integrative therapeutic approaches including complementary and alternative medicine (CAM), body and mind practices, nutritional counseling, and psychological assistance among breast and gynecological cancer patients. Methods: From April to July 2017, a pseudo-anonymous questionnaire was distributed to cancer patients at the Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Technical University of Munich. Patterns of CAM use and demand for integrative health approaches were investigated by generating descriptive statistics. Results: 182 (90%) of 203 patients participated in the survey. 59% indicated the use of CAM practices in general, and 41% specifically in relation to their oncological disease. Most frequently used modalities were herbal supplements (32%), homeopathy (29%), vitamins (28%), and selenium (21%). Integrative health approaches that patients would have desired alongside conventional oncological treatment were CAM (54%), relaxation therapies (44%), and dietary counseling (43%). Conclusion: There is a considerable demand for integrative medicine among breast and gynecological cancer patients. Our results underline the need for the implementation of evidence-based integrative treatments in cancer care in order to meet the standards of modern oncology.

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“…Strategies to implement a Canadian integrative oncology research agenda were identified, and working groups are actively developing projects in line with those administrative, operating, and funding structures and concluded that there is no "gold standard" model 8 .…”

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Canadian Integrative Oncology Research Priorities: Results of a Consensus-Building Process

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strategic areas. Of note is the intention to develop a national network for integrative oncology research and knowledge translation. ConclusionsThe identified research priorities reflect the needs and perspectives of a spectrum of integrative oncology stakeholders. Ongoing stakeholder consultation, including engagement from new stakeholders, is needed to ensure appropriate uptake and implementation of a Canadian research agenda.

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A Systematic Review of Integrative Oncology Programs

Abstract: ConclusionsThe research literature documents a growing number of integrative oncology programs. These programs share a common vision to provide whole-person, patient-centred care, but each program is unique in terms of its structure and operational model.

Cited by 59 publications

References 41 publications

Integrating complementary and alternative medicine into cancer care: Canadian oncology nurses′ perspectives

Integrating complementary and alternative medicine into cancer care: Canadian oncology nurses′ perspectives

Evaluating the Demand for Integrative Medicine Practices in Breast and Gynecological Cancer Patients

Canadian Integrative Oncology Research Priorities: Results of a Consensus-Building Process

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