Lifestyle-Related Factors in the Self-Management of Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy in Colorectal Cancer: A Systematic Review
Joint Authors
Derksen, Tess M. E.
Bours, Martijn J. L.
Mols, Floortje
Weijenberg, Matty P.
Source
Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine
Issue
Vol. 2017, Issue 2017 (31 Dec. 2017), pp.1-14, 14 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2017-03-16
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
14
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
Background.
Chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN) is a common adverse effect of chemotherapy treatment in colorectal cancer (CRC), negatively affecting the daily functioning and quality of life of CRC patients.
Currently, there are no established treatments to prevent or reduce CIPN.
The purpose of this systematic review was to identify lifestyle-related factors that can aid in preventing or reducing CIPN, as such factors may promote self-management options for CRC patients suffering from CIPN.
Methods.
A literature search was conducted through PubMed, Embase, and Google Scholar.
Original research articles investigating oxaliplatin-related CIPN in CRC were eligible for inclusion.
Results.
In total, 22 articles were included, which suggested that dietary supplements, such as antioxidants and herbal extracts, as well as physical exercise and complementary therapies, such as acupuncture, may have beneficial effects on preventing or reducing CIPN symptoms.
However, many of the reviewed articles presented various limitations, including small sample sizes and heterogeneity in study design and measurements of CIPN.
Conclusions.
No strong conclusions can be drawn regarding the role of lifestyle-related factors in the management of CIPN in CRC patients.
Certain dietary supplements and physical exercise may be beneficial for the management of CIPN, but further research is warranted.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Derksen, Tess M. E.& Bours, Martijn J. L.& Mols, Floortje& Weijenberg, Matty P.. 2017. Lifestyle-Related Factors in the Self-Management of Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy in Colorectal Cancer: A Systematic Review. Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine،Vol. 2017, no. 2017, pp.1-14.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1154630
Modern Language Association (MLA)
Derksen, Tess M. E.…[et al.]. Lifestyle-Related Factors in the Self-Management of Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy in Colorectal Cancer: A Systematic Review. Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine No. 2017 (2017), pp.1-14.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1154630
American Medical Association (AMA)
Derksen, Tess M. E.& Bours, Martijn J. L.& Mols, Floortje& Weijenberg, Matty P.. Lifestyle-Related Factors in the Self-Management of Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy in Colorectal Cancer: A Systematic Review. Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine. 2017. Vol. 2017, no. 2017, pp.1-14.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1154630
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-1154630