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01.01.2013 | Review Article

Qualitative research into the symptom experiences of adult cancer patients after treatments: a systematic review and meta-synthesis

verfasst von: A. E. Bennion, A. Molassiotis

Erschienen in: Supportive Care in Cancer | Ausgabe 1/2013

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Abstract

Purpose

This review paper aimed to draw together the findings of qualitative research into the symptom experience of adult cancer patients in order to develop a better understanding of symptom experiences following cancer treatment.

Methods

Systematic review and meta-synthesis techniques were used to identify, appraise and synthesise the relevant literature.

Results

A thematic account of shared symptom experiences reported across papers is presented. Four main themes are discussed: interaction with health services, changing relationships, changing self and coping. In addition the range of symptoms reported across qualitative cancer research is highlighted.

Conclusions

Unexpected symptoms can have negative effects on patients who need to be better prepared for long-term symptom experiences. In addition, it is important to acknowledge that patients’ symptom experiences do not happen in isolation and should be addressed holistically within the context of patients’ lives.

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Titel: Qualitative research into the symptom experiences of adult cancer patients after treatments: a systematic review and meta-synthesis
verfasst von: A. E. Bennion
A. Molassiotis
Publikationsdatum: 01.01.2013
Verlag: Springer-Verlag
Erschienen in: Supportive Care in Cancer / Ausgabe 1/2013
Print ISSN: 0941-4355
Elektronische ISSN: 1433-7339
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00520-012-1573-x

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