2008
DOI: 10.3747/co.v15i0.271
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How Do We Evaluate Outcome in an Integrative Oncology Program?

Abstract: Integrative oncology focuses on the roles of complementary therapies to increase the effectiveness of conventional cancer treatment programs by improving defined outcomes such as symptom control, quality of life, rehabilitation, and prevention of recurrence. Implementation of integrative oncology programs should be based on the best evidence and must continually be evaluated to ensure quality, optimization of techniques, collection of new data, and cost-effectiveness. Useful domains that can be evaluated inclu… Show more

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“…Although the available information is limited, the main programmes of comprehensive oncology applied in different countries acknowledge the need to generate evidence that proves its increased effectiveness in comparison with traditional models of cancer approaches. It is important to carry out a continuous assessment of key indicators related to control of symptoms, adherence to treatment protocols, quality of life, individual outcomes, prevention, rehabilitation, economic impact in services, and considerations regarding the impact on the health system as a whole [ 21 ].…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Although the available information is limited, the main programmes of comprehensive oncology applied in different countries acknowledge the need to generate evidence that proves its increased effectiveness in comparison with traditional models of cancer approaches. It is important to carry out a continuous assessment of key indicators related to control of symptoms, adherence to treatment protocols, quality of life, individual outcomes, prevention, rehabilitation, economic impact in services, and considerations regarding the impact on the health system as a whole [ 21 ].…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%