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Prehabilitation in an Integrative Medicine Day Clinic for Patients Undergoing Neoadjuvant Treatment: Single-Center Feasibility Pilot Study.

Author: Dörr-HarimColette, KramerKlaus, MihaljevicAndre, OttoStephanie, RaffChristian, ThieleJohanna

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Overview

This study focuses on the importance of prehabilitation for patients with cancer undergoing neoadjuvant treatment before surgery. Prehabilitation can help improve quality of life, reduce postoperative complications, and potentially improve clinical outcomes.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
Patients with cancer receiving neoadjuvant treatment prior to surgery are in a very stressful situation. Chemotherapy and radiation therapy put a strain on the quality of life and the pending surgery poses a relevant burden for many patients. Preparation of these patients for the intervention in ter...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10620634/

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Prehabilitation: A New Oasis in the Desert of Cancer Treatment

Cancer treatment can be a challenging and stressful journey for patients. This study explores the potential of prehabilitation, a program designed to prepare patients for surgery, in an integrative medicine day clinic setting. The researchers conducted a feasibility pilot study to assess the effectiveness and feasibility of prehabilitation for patients undergoing neoadjuvant treatment for cancer.

A Multimodal Approach: Preparing for the Challenges

Prehabilitation aims to improve patients' physical and mental well-being before surgery, potentially reducing the risk of postoperative complications and improving overall outcomes. The study explored a multimodal approach, combining exercise, nutrition, and mindfulness techniques to prepare patients for the challenges of neoadjuvant treatment and surgery.

Navigating the Desert: The Benefits of Prehabilitation

The study found that prehabilitation was feasible and well-received by patients. While further research is needed to confirm the long-term benefits of prehabilitation, the study suggests that this approach could offer a valuable tool for supporting patients through cancer treatment.

Dr. Camel's Conclusion

This pilot study provides a promising glimpse into the potential of prehabilitation as a supportive care strategy for patients undergoing neoadjuvant treatment for cancer. The study highlights the feasibility and potential benefits of a multimodal approach to prehabilitation, offering a potential oasis in the desert of cancer treatment. Further research is needed to confirm these findings and to evaluate the long-term impact of prehabilitation on patient outcomes.
Date :
  1. Date Completed n.d.
  2. Date Revised 2023-11-04
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

37851493

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

PMC10620634

SNS
PICO Info
in preparation
Languages

English

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