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Ethical, Socioeconomic, and Cultural Considerations in Gynecologic Cancer Care in Developing Countries
Joint Authors
Aniebue, Uzochukwu Uzoma
Onyeka, Tonia Chinyelu
Source
International Journal of Palliative Care
Issue
Vol. 2014, Issue 2014 (31 Dec. 2014), pp.1-6, 6 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2014-01-19
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
6
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
Gynaecologic cancers contribute significantly to the cancer burden in developing countries, resulting in higher mortality and morbidity rates among women in these nations.
This situation is further compounded by the occurrence of wars, famine, poverty and natural disasters, and infectious diseases like hepatitis B and HIV/AIDS.
In addition, merge resources and manpower lack in these countries further compound this very delicate situation.
Often times, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethical factors such as truth-telling, choice of place of care, place of death, treatment choices, medication use, and terminal sedation can interfere in patient management.
Availability and use of oral morphine for pain relief, spiritual care and availability of palliative care services, the individuals’ autonomy, and family and community participation in care, end of life issues, and preservation of fertility are also big issues that determine the course of care.
This review discusses these pertinent factors, discusses how they affect cancer care in women, and proffers ideas for healthcare workers and policy makers on implementation of sustainable models for cancer care in developing countries.
Addressing socioeconomic, cultural, and ethical issues affecting gynaecologic cancer care will aid in ensuring development of viable models of cancer care in resource-limited countries.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Aniebue, Uzochukwu Uzoma& Onyeka, Tonia Chinyelu. 2014. Ethical, Socioeconomic, and Cultural Considerations in Gynecologic Cancer Care in Developing Countries. International Journal of Palliative Care،Vol. 2014, no. 2014, pp.1-6.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-449041
Modern Language Association (MLA)
Aniebue, Uzochukwu Uzoma& Onyeka, Tonia Chinyelu. Ethical, Socioeconomic, and Cultural Considerations in Gynecologic Cancer Care in Developing Countries. International Journal of Palliative Care No. 2014 (2014), pp.1-6.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-449041
American Medical Association (AMA)
Aniebue, Uzochukwu Uzoma& Onyeka, Tonia Chinyelu. Ethical, Socioeconomic, and Cultural Considerations in Gynecologic Cancer Care in Developing Countries. International Journal of Palliative Care. 2014. Vol. 2014, no. 2014, pp.1-6.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-449041
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-449041