Protocol for a systematic review of self-management interventions for older adults living with cancer.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Cancer predominates in adults over age 65. Cancer treatments are known to create physical and psychosocial challenges, which may be amplified for older adults with cancer. Learning and applying self-management behaviours and skills during treatment with cancer can help to manage/recover health and improve quality of life. In many other chronic illnesses, self-management interventions are known to improve health outcomes and lower healthcare costs. The purpose of this systematic review is to determine the effectiveness of self-management interventions for older adults with cancer on physical, psychosocial, and health system-related outcomes.

Methods

We are conducting a systematic review of self-management interventions for older adults (65+) diagnosed with cancer (

SUBMITTER: Haase KR 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7164137 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature