Patients' Experiences in the Transition From Hospital to Home Palliative Care: A Systematic Review and Thematic Synthesis of Qualitative Studies.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

The concept of transition refers to the shift from hospital-based care to home-based palliative care, encompassing the physical, emotional, and logistical adjustments patients and families face. This study aimed to synthesize the experiences of people in palliative situations at home.

Methods

A systematic review using thematic synthesis was guided using Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyzes (PRISMA) to organize the extracted information. Preparation of the qualitative synthesis followed ENTREQ-Enhancing transparency in reporting the synthesis of qualitative research recommendations. The literature search was carried out in MEDLINE, CINAHL, Psychology and Behavioral Sciences Collection, ProQuest, and Worldcat, until October 31,

SUBMITTER: Cruz S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12033408 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan-Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature