Explore the use of complementary and alternative medicine among Chinese gynaecological patients with cancer undergoing chemotherapy: a qualitative phenomenological study.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

To explore the use of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) by Chinese gynaecological oncology patients undergoing chemotherapy and discuss measures to address the existing gaps.

Design

Qualitative phenomenology. Semistructured in-depth interview. Colaizzi's method data analysis.

Setting

A tertiary general hospital.

Participants

16 gynaecological oncology patients (mean age 51.7) having undergone ≥1 chemotherapy cycle were recruited by purposive sampling.

Results

Six themes were generated. The participants were under-informed about CAM concept and options. They were open to explore various modalities after chemotherapy as long as it could alleviate symptoms. The gynaecological patients with cancer sought information about CAM from diver

SUBMITTER: Zhang J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10748961 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature