Effect of eHealth Interventions on Body Image of Patients With Cancer: Systematic Review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Body image issues are prevalent among individuals diagnosed with cancer, leading to detrimental effects on their physical and psychological recovery. eHealth has emerged as a promising approach for enhancing the body image of patients with cancer.

Objective

The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of eHealth interventions on body image and other health outcomes (quality of life, physical symptoms, and emotional distress) among patients with cancer. In addition, the acceptability, engagement, and challenges of eHealth interventions were also assessed.

Methods

A total of 11 databases were searched, encompassing PubMed; Embase; Web of Science; MEDLINE (via Ovid); Scopus; the Cochrane Library; CINAHL (via EBSCO); OpenGrey; and 3 prominent Chi

SUBMITTER: Huang G 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11757978 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature