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- Title
How can we respond to the needs of colorectal cancer patients? A systematic review.
- Authors
Froicu, Eliza-Maria; Bacoanu, Gema; Poroch, Vladimir
- Abstract
Objectives: This systematic review aims to understand and identify the unmet needs of patients with colorectal cancer (CRC) and explore potential strategies for meeting these needs. We aim to improve patient care and health outcomes by focusing on all aspects of the experience. Materials and Methods: A systematic review of the PubMed and EMBASE electronic databases was conducted to assess the needs and proposed interventions for patients with colorectal cancer. Data extraction focused on patients' needs, potential solutions, and their effectiveness. The search publication date ranged from 2013 to 2023. The Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) using the PICO question, served as the framework for investigating the existing literature in this review. Results: A total of 20 articles that might meet the eligibility criteria were identified for potential inclusion based on their full text. Upon reading the full text, nine studies were excluded, resulting in a total of 11 eligible review studies meeting the inclusion criteria for this review. Numerous findings emerged from the selected studies. With the needs of patients with colorectal cancer being diverse and often interconnected, we organized the outcomes into three major domains: aspects regarding quality of life, symptom management, and palliative care approaches. Conclusion: Patients with colorectal cancer have multifaceted needs that can be addressed by implementing a holistic approach. Interventions should be patient-centered, designed to reduce symptom burden, enhance psychological well-being, and improve access to palliative care interventions. Further research is needed to develop and evaluate tailored interventions.
- Subjects
COLORECTAL cancer; CANCER patients; PALLIATIVE treatment; DATA extraction; PSYCHOLOGICAL well-being
- Publication
Paliatia: Journal of Palliative Care, 2023, Vol 16, Issue 4, p25
- ISSN
1844-7058
- Publication type
Article