Non-pharmacological strategies to alleviate dysgeusia in patients undergoing chemotherapy: A systematic review.
Eur J Oncol Nurs
; 70: 102569, 2024 Jun.
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ABSTRACT
PURPOSE:
Dysgeusia is a common side effect in oncology patients, significantly impacting their quality of life. This systematic review aims to evaluate the effectiveness of non-pharmacological strategies in treating dysgeusia in patients undergoing chemotherapy or radiotherapy.METHODS:
Adhering to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines, we conducted a comprehensive literature search across five databases PubMed, Embase, Cochrane Library, CINAHL, and the British Nursing Database. We used the Joanna Briggs Institute Critical Appraisal Tools to assess the quality of the included studies. A harvest plot was used to synthesise evidence about the differential effects of population-level interventions.RESULTS:
Nine studies of non-pharmacological strategies to manage dysgeusia were included. These studies encompassed a variety of interventions, including oral applications and supplements, instrumental techniques, and educational programs. The review identified promising interventions such as cryotherapy and Miraculine supplementation, which showed potential in mitigating taste alterations. Instrumental techniques like photobiomodulation therapy and complementary and integrative medicine approaches, including acupuncture and herbs, were also found to be beneficial. Educational and self-management strategies emerged as effective interventions for empowering patients to manage dysgeusia. Despite the diversity of interventions and the limitations of the included studies, such as small sample sizes and geographical differences, these findings underscore the potential of non-pharmacological strategies in managing dysgeusia.CONCLUSION:
The results support the integration of these strategies into clinical practice, highlighting the importance of multidisciplinary approaches to improve patient care. Further research should prioritize rigorous studies to enhance evidence and explore long-term effects.Palabras clave
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Colección:
01-internacional
Banco de datos:
MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Disgeusia
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Neoplasias
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Antineoplásicos
Límite:
Female
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Humans
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Male
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Eur J Oncol Nurs
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Eur. j. oncol. nurs
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European journal of oncology nursing
Asunto de la revista:
ENFERMAGEM
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NEOPLASIAS
Año:
2024
Tipo del documento:
Article
País de afiliación:
Italia