Cancer

Review collection - Cancer 

781 reviews

General 406 reviews
Brain 27 reviews
Breast 26 reviews
Colorectal 24 reviews
Lung 48 reviews
Melanoma 5 reviews
Other 86 reviews
Palliative chemotherapy 55 reviews
Palliative surgery and stents 80 reviews
Prostate 13 reviews
Stomach 13 reviews

General: 406 reviews

2023

Agustina R, Ispriantari A, Konlan KD, Lin MF. Impact of early palliative care on the quality of life in caregivers of cancer patients: A systematic review. Worldviews Evid Based Nurs. 2023 Jan 13. doi: 10.1111/wvn.12629. Epub ahead of print.

Becqu YN, van der Wel M, Aktan-Arslan M, van AG, Rietjens DJ, van der Heide A, Witkamp E, Watson M. Supportive interventions for family caregivers of patients with advanced cancer: A systematic review. Psychooncology. 2023 Mar 23. doi: 10.1002/pon.6126. Epub ahead of print.

Dhumal T, Siddiqui ZA, Kelley GA, Harper F, Kelly KM. Systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials of interventions addressing caregiver distress and burden among cancer caregivers. PEC Innov. 2023 Dec;2:100145. doi: 10.1016/j.pecinn.2023.100145.

Garcia ACM, Schneiders M, da Mota KS, da Conceição VM, Kissane DW. Demoralization and spirituality in oncology: an integrative systematic review. Support Care Cancer. 2023 Apr 13;31(5):259. doi: 10.1007/s00520-023-07722-6.

Gautama MSN, Damayanti A, Khusnia AF. Impact of Early Palliative Care to Improve Quality of Life of Advanced Cancer Patients: A Meta-Analysis of Randomised Controlled Trials. Indian J Palliat Care. 2023 Jan-Mar;29(1):28-35. doi: 10.25259/IJPC_153_2022. Epub 2022 Sep 7.

Goswami P. Impact of advance care planning and end-of-life conversations on patients with cancer: An integrative review of literature. J Nurs Scholarsh. 2023 Jan;55(1):272-290. doi: 10.1111/jnu.12804. Epub 2022 Aug 10.

Hirata M, Kobayashi K. Experiences with the end-of-life decision-making process in children with cancer, their parents, and healthcare professionals: A systematic review and meta-ethnography. J Pediatr Nurs. 2022 Dec 29:S0882-5963(22)00319-0. doi: 10.1016/j.pedn.2022.12.004. Epub ahead of print.

Joost K, Washington K, Faurot M, Alexander RL, Craig KW, Tuller ER. Identifying the palliative care needs of patients and families in gynecologic surgical oncology: A scoping review. J Psychosoc Oncol. 2023 Feb 8:1-12. doi: 10.1080/07347332.2023.2174474. Epub ahead of print.

Khanmohammadi S, Noroozi A, Yekaninejad MS, Rezaei N. Cryoablation for the Palliation of Painful Bone Metastasis: A Systematic Review. Cardiovasc Intervent Radiol. 2023 Jan 11. doi: 10.1007/s00270-022-03356-z. Epub ahead of print.

Lee ARYB, Yau CE, Low CE, Li J, Ho RCM, Ho CSH. Severity and Longitudinal Course of Depression, Anxiety and Post-Traumatic Stress in Paediatric and Young Adult Cancer Patients: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. J Clin Med. 2023 Feb 23;12(5):1784. doi: 10.3390/jcm12051784.

Levoy K, Sullivan SS, Chittams J, Myers RL, Hickman SE, Meghani SH. Don't Throw the Baby Out With the Bathwater: Meta-Analysis of Advance Care Planning and End-of-life Cancer Care. J Pain Symptom Manage. 2023 Feb 9:S0885-3924(23)00061-1. doi: 10.1016/j.jpainsymman.2023.02.003. Epub ahead of print.

Mercadante S. Breakthrough cancer pain in the radiotherapy setting: a systematic and critical review. Expert Rev Anticancer Ther. 2023 Mar;23(3):229-234. doi: 10.1080/14737140.2023.2182773. Epub 2023 Feb 23.

Mercadante S. Refractory Cancer Pain and Intrathecal Therapy: Critical Review of a Systematic Review. Pain Ther. 2023 Apr 13. doi: 10.1007/s40122-023-00507-z. Epub ahead of print.

McLarney M, Johnson T, Bajaj G, Lee D, Zheng J. Cancer Pain and Frailty: A Scoping Review of How Cancer Pain Is Evaluated and Treated in the Frail and Elderly. Rehabil Oncol. 2023 Apr;41(2):69-77. doi: 10.1097/01.REO.0000000000000338.

Motlagh EG, Bakhshi M, Davoudi N, Ghasemi A, Moonaghi HK. The physical and psychological outcomes of art therapy in pediatric palliative care: A systematic review. J Res Med Sci. 2023 Mar 16;28:13. doi: 10.4103/jrms.jrms_268_22.

Rogers-Shepp I, Bhattacharya S, Mennillo HA, Kumar R, Hsieh B, Anandarajah G. Exercise interventions for advanced cancer palliative care patients: A systematic literature review and descriptive evidence synthesis of randomized controlled trials. Palliat Med. 2023 Apr 8:2692163231162888. doi: 10.1177/02692163231162888. Epub ahead of print.

Sicignano D, Snow-Caroti K, Hernandez AV, White CM. The Impact of Psychedelic Drugs on Anxiety and Depression in Advanced Cancer or other Life-threatening Disease: A Systematic Review With Meta-analysis. Am J Clin Oncol. 2023 Mar 13. doi: 10.1097/COC.0000000000000998. Epub ahead of print.

Tanriverdi A, Ozcan Kahraman B, Ergin G, Karadibak D, Savci S. Effect of exercise interventions in adults with cancer receiving palliative care: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Support Care Cancer. 2023 Mar 8;31(4):205. doi: 10.1007/s00520-023-07655-0.

To J, Davis M, Sbrana A, Alderman B, Hui D, Mukhopadhyay S, Bouleuc C, Case AA, Amano K, Crawford GP, de Feo G, Tanco K, Garsed J. MASCC guideline: cannabis for cancer-related pain and risk of harms and adverse events. Support Care Cancer. 2023 Mar 6;31(4):202. doi: 10.1007/s00520-023-07662-1.

Toohey K, Chapman M, Rushby AM, Urban K, Ingham G, Singh B. The effects of physical exercise in the palliative care phase for people with advanced cancer: a systematic review with meta-analysis. J Cancer Surviv. 2023 Apr;17(2):399-415. doi: 10.1007/s11764-021-01153-0. Epub 2022 Jan 18.

Weiss CR, Baker C, Gillespie A, Jones J. Ambiguous loss in family caregivers of loved ones with cancer, a synthesis of qualitative studies. J Cancer Surviv. 2023 Apr;17(2):484-498. doi: 10.1007/s11764-022-01286-w. Epub 2022 Nov 18.

Yıldız M, Terzioğlu C, Ayhan F. Psychosocial interventions aimed at family members caring for patients with cancer in the palliative period: A systematic review. Int J Nurs Knowl. 2023 Mar 31. doi: 10.1111/2047-3095.12423. Epub ahead of print.

Zhang J, Chan DNS, Liu X, Cai Y, Chen J, Xie M. Effects of self-management interventions for cancer patients with pain: A systematic review of randomised controlled trials. J Clin Nurs. 2023 Mar 16. doi: 10.1111/jocn.16669. Epub ahead of print.

2022

Ansari N, Wilson CM, Heneghan MB, Supiano K, Mooney K. How technology can improve communication and health outcomes in patients with advanced cancer: an integrative review. Support Care Cancer. 2022 Apr 12. doi: 10.1007/s00520-022-07037-y. Epub ahead of print.

Baddeley E, Mann M, Bravington A, Johnson MJ, Currow D, Murtagh FEM, Boland EG, Obita G, Oliver A, Seddon K, Nelson A, Boland JW, Noble SIR. Symptom burden and lived experiences of patients, caregivers and healthcare professionals on the management of malignant bowel obstruction: A qualitative systematic review. Palliat Med. 2022 Mar 8:2692163221081331. doi: 10.1177/02692163221081331. Epub ahead of print.

Battat MMK, Marie M. Rehabilitation interventions for depression symptoms among cancer patients in Palestine: A systematic review. Front Rehabil Sci. 2022 Dec 5;3:978844. doi: 10.3389/fresc.2022.978844.

Belar A, Arantzamendi M, Menten J, Payne S, Hasselaar J, Centeno C. The Decision-Making Process for Palliative Sedation for Patients with Advanced Cancer-Analysis from a Systematic Review of Prospective Studies. Cancers (Basel). 2022 Jan 8;14(2):301. doi: 10.3390/cancers14020301.

Candy B, Jones L, Vickerstaff V, Larkin PJ, Stone P. Mu-opioid antagonists for opioid-induced bowel dysfunction in people with cancer and people receiving palliative care. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2022 Sep 15;9(9):CD006332. doi: 10.1002/14651858.CD006332.pub4.

Chand CP, Greenley S, Macleod U, Lind M, Barton R, Kelly C. Geographical distance and reduced access to palliative radiotherapy: systematic review and meta-analysis. BMJ Support Palliat Care. 2022 Mar 15:bmjspcare-2021-003356. doi: 10.1136/bmjspcare-2021-003356. Epub ahead of print.

Cheng Q, Xu B, Ng MSN, Zheng H, So WKW. Needs assessment instruments for family caregivers of cancer patients receiving palliative care: a systematic review. Support Care Cancer. 2022 May 28. doi: 10.1007/s00520-022-07122-2. Epub ahead of print.

Coffey M, Edwards D, Anstey S, Gill P, Mann M, Meudell A, Hannigan B. End-of-life care for people with severe mental illness: mixed methods systematic review and thematic synthesis of published case studies (the MENLOC study). BMJ Open. 2022 Feb 22;12(2):e053223. doi: 10.1136/bmjopen-2021-053223.

Couchman E, Ejegi-Memeh S, Mitchell S, Gardiner C. Facilitators of and barriers to continuity with GPs in primary palliative cancer care: A mixed-methods systematic review. Prog Palliat Care. 2022 Jun 7. doi: 10.1080/09699260.2022.2074126.

Effendy C, Kurianto E, Darmayanti ARI, Noviana U, Nurjannah I. Palliative Care Education to Enhance Informal Caregivers’ Skills in Caring for Patients with Cancer: A Scoping Review. Open Access Maced J Med Sci. 2022 Jan. 2;10(G):69-75.

Gomes-Ferraz CA, Rezende G, Fagundes AA, De Carlo MMRDP. Assessment of total pain in people in oncologic palliative care: integrative literature review. Palliat Care Soc Pract. 2022 Sep 22;16:26323524221125244. doi: 10.1177/26323524221125244.

Harnischfeger N, Rath HM, Oechsle K, Bergelt C. Addressing palliative care and end-of-life issues in patients with advanced cancer: a systematic review of communication interventions for physicians not specialised in palliative care. BMJ Open. 2022 Jun 17;12(6):e059652. doi: 10.1136/bmjopen-2021-059652.

Hasdenteufel M, Quintard B. Psychosocial factors affecting the bereavement experience of relatives of palliative-stage cancer patients: a systematic review. BMC Palliat Care. 2022 Nov 30;21(1):212. doi: 10.1186/s12904-022-01096-y.

Hasdenteufel M, Quintard B. Dyadic Experiences and Psychosocial Management of Couples Facing Advanced Cancer: A Systematic Review of the Literature. Front Psychol. 2022 Jun 8;13:827947. doi: 10.3389/fpsyg.2022.827947.

Hindmarch T, Dalrymple J, Smith M, Barclay S. Spiritual interventions for cancer pain: a systematic review and narrative synthesis. BMJ Support Palliat Care. 2022 Mar;12(1):1-9. doi: 10.1136/bmjspcare-2021-003102. Epub 2021 Oct 19.

Hoomani Majdabadi F, Ashktorab T, Ilkhani M. Impact of palliative care on quality of life in advanced cancer: A meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials. Eur J Cancer Care (Engl). 2022 Jul 13:e13647. doi: 10.1111/ecc.13647. Epub ahead of print.

Hosokawa M, Ito M, Kyota A, Hirai K, Yamakawa M, Miyashita M. Non-pharmacological interventions for cancer-related fatigue in terminal cancer patients: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Ann Palliat Med. 2022 Nov 10:apm-22-655. doi: 10.21037/apm-22-655. Epub ahead of print.

Hui-Lin C, Ting G. The experiences, perceptions, and support needs among family caregivers of patients with advanced cancer and eating problems: An integrative review. Palliat Med. 2022 Feb 21:2692163211058598. doi: 10.1177/02692163211058598. Epub ahead of print.

Huo B, Song Y, Chang L, Tan B. Effects of early palliative care on patients with incurable cancer: A meta-analysis and systematic review. Eur J Cancer Care (Engl). 2022 May 25:e13620. doi: 10.1111/ecc.13620. Epub ahead of print.

Ikander T, Raunkiær M, Hansen O, Dieperink KB. Nurses' involvement in end-of-life discussions with incurable cancer patients and family caregivers: An integrative review. Palliat Support Care. 2022 Aug;20(4):570-581. doi: 10.1017/S1478951521000596.

Kishino M, Ellis-Smith C, Afolabi O, Koffman J. Family involvement in advance care planning for people living with advanced cancer: A systematic mixed-methods review. Palliat Med. 2022 Jan 6:2692163211068282. doi: 10.1177/02692163211068282. Epub ahead of print.

Kutzko JH, Dadwal P, Holt T, Rahman MA, Zahir SF, Hickey B. Defining the expected 30-day mortality for patients undergoing palliative radiotherapy: A meta-analysis. Radiother Oncol. 2022 Jan 29;168:147-210. doi: 10.1016/j.radonc.2022.01.030. Epub ahead of print.

Lo JJ, Graves N, Chee JH, Hildon ZJ. A systematic review defining non-beneficial and inappropriate end-of-life treatment in patients with non-cancer diagnoses: theoretical development for multi-stakeholder intervention design in acute care settings. BMC Palliat Care. 2022 Nov 9;21(1):195. doi: 10.1186/s12904-022-01071-7.

Meyer HJ, Wienke A, Zamsheva M, Surov A. Low Skeletal Muscle Mass Predicts Relevant Outcomes in Palliative Urological Oncology: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Urol Int. 2022 Dec 1:1-11. doi: 10.1159/000527277. Epub ahead of print.

Mohan BP, Chandan S, Khan SR, Kassab LL, Ponnada S, Artifon ELA, Otoch JP, McDonough S, Adler DG. Photodynamic Therapy (PDT), Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) With Biliary Stents in Palliative Treatment of Unresectable Extrahepatic Cholangiocarcinoma: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. J Clin Gastroenterol. 2022 Feb 1;56(2):e153-e160. doi: 10.1097/MCG.0000000000001524.

Montagut-Martínez P, Pérez-Cruzado D, Gutiérrez-Sánchez D. Cancer-related fatigue measures in palliative care: A psychometric systematic review. Eur J Cancer Care (Engl). 2022 Jul 12:e13642. doi: 10.1111/ecc.13642. Epub ahead of print.

Noyes M, Herbert A, Moloney S, Irving H, Bradford N. Location of end-of-life care of children with cancer: A systematic review of parent experiences. Pediatr Blood Cancer. 2022 Jun;69(6):e29621. doi: 10.1002/pbc.29621. Epub 2022 Mar 16.

Opsomer S, Lauwerier E, De Lepeleire J, Pype P. Resilience in advanced cancer caregiving. A systematic review and meta-synthesis. Palliat Med. 2022 Jan;36(1):44-58. doi: 10.1177/02692163211057749. Epub 2022 Jan 5.

Paolucci A, Nielssen I, Tang KL, Sinnarajah A, Simon JE, Santana MJ. The impacts of partnering with cancer patients in palliative care research: a systematic review and meta-synthesis. Palliat Care Soc Pract. 2022 Oct 18;16:26323524221131581. doi: 10.1177/26323524221131581.

Patra L, Ghoshal A, Damani A, Salins N. Cancer palliative care referral: patients' and family caregivers' perspectives - a systematic review. BMJ Support Palliat Care. 2022 Nov 3:spcare-2022-003990. doi: 10.1136/spcare-2022-003990. Epub ahead of print.

Rezende G, Gomes-Ferraz CA, Bacon IGFI, De Carlo MMRDP. The importance of a continuum of rehabilitation from diagnosis of advanced cancer to palliative care. Disabil Rehabil. 2022 Nov 20:1-11. doi: 10.1080/09638288.2022.2140456. Epub ahead of print.

Roberto A, Greco MT, Uggeri S, Cavuto S, Deandrea S, Corli O, Apolone G. Living systematic review to assess the analgesic undertreatment in cancer patients. Pain Pract. 2022 Jan 11. doi: 10.1111/papr.13098. Epub ahead of print.

Sánchez-Cárdenas MA, Iriarte-Aristizábal MF, León-Delgado MX, Rodríguez-Campos LF, Correa-Morales JE, Cañón-Piñeros A, Parra SL. Rural Palliative Care Telemedicine for Advanced Cancer Patients: A Systematic Review. Am J Hosp Palliat Care. 2022 Nov 4:10499091221130329. doi: 10.1177/10499091221130329. Epub ahead of print.

Shakeri B, Abdi K, Bagi M, Dalvand S, Shahriari H, Sadeghi S, Ghanei Gheshlagh R. A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Death Anxiety Among Iranian Patients With Cancer. Omega (Westport). 2022 Feb 6:302228211070400. doi: 10.1177/00302228211070400. Epub ahead of print.

Sharafi S, Ziaee A, Dahmardeh H. What are the outcomes of hospice care for cancer patients? A systematic review. Support Care Cancer. 2022 Dec 20;31(1):64. doi: 10.1007/s00520-022-07524-2.

Shih HH, Chang HJ, Huang TW. Effects of Early Palliative Care in Advanced Cancer Patients: A Meta-Analysis. Am J Hosp Palliat Care. 2022 Nov;39(11):1350-1357. doi: 10.1177/10499091221075570. Epub 2022 Mar 1.

Soltani Arabshahi SK, Nikjoo S, Rezapour A, Rashki Kemmak A, Jahangiri R, Farabi H, Husseini Barghazan S. Economic Evaluation of Palliative Care for Patients with Cancer Disease: A Systematic Review. Med J Islam Repub Iran. 2022 Nov 23;36:141. doi: 10.47176/mjiri.36.141.

Wray A, Seymour J, Greenley S, Boland JW. Parental terminal cancer and dependent children: a systematic review. BMJ Support Palliat Care. 2022 Jan 28:bmjspcare-2021-003094. doi: 10.1136/bmjspcare-2021-003094. Epub ahead of print.

Xu S, Wang X, Wang R. The effects of integrated palliative care on quality of life and psychological distress in patients with advanced cancer: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Ann Palliat Med. 2022 May 17:apm-22-162. doi: 10.21037/apm-22-162. Epub ahead of print.

2021

Alderman B, Allan L, Amano K, Bouleuc C, Davis M, Lister-Flynn S, Mukhopadhyay S, Davies A. Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer (MASCC) expert opinion/guidance on the use of clinically assisted nutrition in patients with advanced cancer. Support Care Cancer. 2021 Oct 19. doi: 10.1007/s00520-021-06613-y. Epub ahead of print.

Arciero V, Delos Santos S, Koshy L, Rahmadian A, Saluja R, Everest L, Parmar A, Chan KKW. Assessment of Food and Drug Administration- and European Medicines Agency-Approved Systemic Oncology Therapies and Clinically Meaningful Improvements in Quality of Life: A Systematic Review. JAMA Netw Open. 2021 Feb 1;4(2):e2033004. doi: 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2020.33004.

Balante J, van den Broek D, White K. Mixed-methods systematic review: Cultural attitudes, beliefs and practices of internationally educated nurses towards end-of-life care in the context of cancer. J Adv Nurs. 2021 Sep;77(9):3618-3629. doi: 10.1111/jan.14814. Epub 2021 Feb 21.

Benites AC, Rodin G, Leite ACAB, Nascimento LC, Dos Santos MA. 'The experience of spirituality in family caregivers of adult and elderly cancer patients receiving palliative care: A meta-synthesis'. Eur J Cancer Care (Engl). 2021 Feb 5:e13424. doi: 10.1111/ecc.13424. Epub ahead of print.

Berg MN, Ngune I, Schofield P, Grech L, Juraskova I, Strasser M, Butt Z, Halkett GKB. Effectiveness of online communication skills training for cancer and palliative care health professionals: A systematic review. Psychooncology. 2021 Sep;30(9):1405-1419. doi: 10.1002/pon.5702. Epub 2021 Apr 28.

Bravo-Soto GA, Brañes R, Peña J, Nervi B. Palliative chemotherapy for advanced gallbladder cancer. Medwave. 2021 Apr 9;21(3):e8045. Spanish, English. doi: 10.5867/medwave.2021.03.8046.

Brokaar EJ, van den Bos F, Visser LE, Portielje JEA. Deprescribing in Older Adults With Cancer and Limited Life Expectancy: An Integrative Review. Am J Hosp Palliat Care. 2021 Mar 19:10499091211003078. doi: 10.1177/10499091211003078. Epub ahead of print.

Butcher B, Hutchings E, Fazekas B, Clark K, Rowett D, Currow D. Opioid-sparing effects of ketorolac in palliative care patients receiving opioids for chronic cancer-related pain: A systematic literature review. Palliat Med. 2021 Oct 11:2692163211045310. doi: 10.1177/02692163211045310. Epub ahead of print.

Chong PH, Yeo ZZ. Parenteral Lidocaine for Complex Cancer Pain in the Home or Inpatient Hospice Setting: A Review and Synthesis of the Evidence. J Palliat Med. 2021 Aug;24(8):1154-1160. doi: 10.1089/jpm.2020.0622. Epub 2020 Dec 22.

Cripe LD, Vater LB, Lilly JA, Larimer A, Hoffmann ML, Frankel RM. Goals of care communication and higher-value care for patients with advanced-stage cancer: A systematic review of the evidence. Patient Educ Couns. 2021 Aug 27:S0738-3991(21)00560-7. doi: 10.1016/j.pec.2021.08.016. Epub ahead of print.

Dai L, Liu Y, Ji G, Xu Y. Acupuncture and Derived Therapies for Pain in Palliative Cancer Management: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Based on Single-Arm and Controlled Trials. J Palliat Med. 2021 Mar 10. doi: 10.1089/jpm.2020.0405. Epub ahead of print.

De Lazzari N, Niels T, Tewes M, Götte M. A Systematic Review of the Safety, Feasibility and Benefits of Exercise for Patients with Advanced Cancer. Cancers (Basel). 2021 Sep 6;13(17):4478. doi: 10.3390/cancers13174478.

Desideri I, Becherini C, Belgioia L, Merlotti A, Ciccone LP, Franzese C, Loi M, De Felice F, Mazzola R, Caini S, Livi L, Bonomo P. Palliative radiotherapy in older adults with head and neck squamous cell carcinoma: A systematic review. Oral Oncol. 2021 May 24;119:105355. doi: 10.1016/j.oraloncology.2021.105355. Epub ahead of print.

Diniz Pinto K, Vieira de Souza CT, Benamor Teixeira ML, Fragoso da Silveira Gouvêa MI. Animal assisted intervention for oncology and palliative care patients: A systematic review. Complement Ther Clin Pract. 2021 Mar 4;43:101347. doi: 10.1016/j.ctcp.2021.101347. Epub ahead of print.

Donkor A, Luckett T, Aranda S, Vanderpuye V, Phillips JL. Development of the 'REadiness SElf-assessment (RESEA) guide' to assist low and middle-income countries with establishing safe and sustainable radiotherapy services: a pragmatic sequential mixed qualitative methods project. BMC Health Serv Res. 2021 Mar 23;21(1):268. doi: 10.1186/s12913-021-06274-x.

Doosti-Irani A, Mansournia MA, Cheraghi Z, Rahimi-Foroushani A, Haddad P, Holakouie-Naieni K. Network meta-analysis of palliative treatments in patients with esophageal cancer. Crit Rev Oncol Hematol. 2021 Nov 2;168:103506. doi: 10.1016/j.critrevonc.2021.103506. Epub ahead of print.

Dos Anjos C, Silva RMCRA, Pereira ER, Sampaio CEP, Silva MA, Carneiro ECDSP. Families experiencing palliative care for hospitalized children with cancer: an integrative review. Revista Enfermagem. 2021;29. doi: 10.12957/reuerj.2021.51932.

Elliott E, Watson T, Singh D, Wong C, Lo SS; AAHPM Research Committee Writing Group. Outcomes of Specialty Palliative Care Interventions for Patients with Hematologic Malignancies: A Systematic Review. J Pain Symptom Manage. 2021 Mar 24:S0885-3924(21)00238-4. doi: 10.1016/j.jpainsymman.2021.03.014. Epub ahead of print.

Fabian A, Domschikowski J, Hoffmann M, Weiner O, Schmalz C, Dunst J, Krug D. Patient-Reported Outcomes Assessing the Impact of Palliative Radiotherapy on Quality of Life and Symptom Burden in Head and Neck Cancer Patients: A Systematic Review. Front Oncol. 2021 Jun 4;11:683042. doi: 10.3389/fonc.2021.683042.

Fadol AP, Patel A, Shelton V, Krause KJ, Bruera E, Palaskas NL. Palliative care referral criteria and outcomes in cancer and heart failure: a systematic review of literature. Cardiooncology. 2021 Sep 23;7(1):32. doi: 10.1186/s40959-021-00117-8.

Fee A, Hanna J, Hasson F. Pre-loss grief experiences of adults when someone important to them is at end-of-life: A qualitative systematic review. Death Stud. 2021 Nov 9:1-15. doi: 10.1080/07481187.2021.1998935. Epub ahead of print.

Feliciano JL, Waldfogel JM, Sharma R, Zhang A, Gupta A, Sedhom R, Day J, Bass EB, Dy SM. Pharmacologic Interventions for Breathlessness in Patients With Advanced Cancer: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. JAMA Netw Open. 2021 Feb 1;4(2):e2037632. doi: 10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2020.37632.

Hardy J, Haywood A, Rickett K, Sallnow L, Good P. Practice review: Evidence-based quality use of corticosteroids in the palliative care of patients with advanced cancer. Palliat Med. 2021 Mar;35(3):461-472. doi: 10.1177/0269216320986717. Epub 2021 Jan 27.

Hasan F, Widger K, Sung L, Wheaton L. End-of-Life Childhood Cancer Research: A Systematic Review. Pediatrics. 2021 Mar;147(3):e2020003780. doi: 10.1542/peds.2020-003780.

Hui D, Bohlke K, Bao T, Campbell TC, Coyne PJ, Currow DC, Gupta A, Leiser AL, Mori M, Nava S, Reinke LF, Roeland EJ, Seigel C, Walsh D, Campbell ML. Management of Dyspnea in Advanced Cancer: ASCO Guideline. J Clin Oncol. 2021 Feb 22:JCO2003465. doi: 10.1200/JCO.20.03465. Epub ahead of print.

Iragorri N, de Oliveira C, Fitzgerald N, Essue B. The Out-of-Pocket Cost Burden of Cancer Care-A Systematic Literature Review. Curr Oncol. 2021 Mar 15;28(2):1216-1248. doi: 10.3390/curroncol28020117.

Juárez-Villegas LE, Altamirano-Bustamante MM, Zapata-Tarrés MM. Decision-Making at End-of-Life for Children With Cancer: A Systematic Review and Meta-Bioethical Analysis. Front Oncol. 2021 Oct 15;11:739092. doi: 10.3389/fonc.2021.739092.

Kamalumpundi V, Saeidzadeh S, Chi NC, Nair R, Gilbertson-White S. The efficacy of web or mobile-based interventions to alleviate emotional symptoms in people with advanced cancer: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Support Care Cancer. 2021 Nov 4. doi: 10.1007/s00520-021-06496-z. Epub ahead of print.

Kaye EC, Weaver MS, DeWitt LH, Byers E, Stevens SE, Lukowski J, Shih B, Zalud K, Applegarth J, Wong HN, Baker JN, Ullrich CK; AAHPM Research Committee. The Impact of Specialty Palliative Care in Pediatric Oncology: A Systematic Review. J Pain Symptom Manage. 2021 May;61(5):1060-1079.e2. doi: 10.1016/j.jpainsymman.2020.12.003. Epub 2020 Dec 24.

Kelly EP, Myers B, Henderson B, Sprik P, White KB, Pawlik TM. The Influence of Patient and Provider Religious and Spiritual Beliefs on Treatment Decision Making in the Cancer Care Context. Med Decis Making. 2021 Jul 1:272989X211022246. doi: 10.1177/0272989X211022246. Epub ahead of print.

Kustanti CY, Chu H, Kang XL, Huang TW, Jen HJ, Liu D, Shen Hsiao ST, Chou KR. Prevalence of grief disorders in bereaved families of cancer patients: A meta-analysis. Palliat Med. 2021 Dec 30:2692163211066747. doi: 10.1177/02692163211066747. Epub ahead of print.

Kutluk T, Ahmed F, Cemaloğlu M, Aydın B, Şengelen M, Kirazli M, Yurduşen S, Sullivan R, Harding R. Progress in palliative care for cancer in Turkey: a review of the literature. Ecancermedicalscience. 2021 Nov 25;15:1321. doi: 10.3332/ecancer.2021.1321.

Lau J, Khoo AM, Ho AH, Tan KK. Psychological resilience among palliative patients with advanced cancer: A systematic review of definitions and associated factors. Psychooncology. 2021 Feb 25. doi: 10.1002/pon.5666. Epub ahead of print.

Lee JZJ, Chen HC, Lee JX, Klainin-Yobas P. Effects of psychosocial interventions on psychological outcomes among caregivers of advanced cancer patients: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Support Care Cancer. 2021 Jul 8. doi: 10.1007/s00520-021-06102-2. Epub ahead of print.

Li Y, Ma J, Lu G, Dou Z, Knaggs R, Xia J, Zhao S, Dong S, Yang L. Hydromorphone for cancer pain. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2021 Aug 5;8(8):CD011108. doi: 10.1002/14651858.CD011108.pub3.

Li H, Wong CL, Jin X, Chen J, Chong YY, Bai Y. Effects of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy on health-related outcomes for patients with advanced cancer: A systematic review. Int J Nurs Stud. 2021 Jan 12;115:103876. doi: 10.1016/j.ijnurstu.2021.103876. Epub ahead of print.

Lopes-Júnior LC, Urbano IR, Schuab SIPC, Pessanha RM, Rosa GS, Lima RAG. Effectiveness of complementary therapies for the management of symptom clusters in palliative care in pediatric oncology: a systematic review. Rev Esc Enferm USP. 2021 May 19;55:03709. English, Portuguese. doi: 10.1590/S1980-220X2020025103709.

North AS, Carson L, Sharp L, Patterson J, Hamilton DW. The unmet needs of patients with advanced incurable head and neck cancer and their carers: A systematic review and meta-ethnography of qualitative data. Eur J Cancer Care (Engl). 2021 Jun 4:e13474. doi: 10.1111/ecc.13474. Epub ahead of print.

Parajuli J, Hupcey JE. A Systematic Review on Barriers to Palliative Care in Oncology. Am J Hosp Palliat Care. 2021 Jan 8:1049909120983283. doi: 10.1177/1049909120983283. Epub ahead of print.

Patton L, Avsar P, Nugent DL, O'Connor T, Patton D, Moore Z. What is the impact of specialist palliative care outpatient consultations on pain in adult patients with cancer? A systematic review. Eur J Oncol Nurs. 2021 Dec;55:102034. doi: 10.1016/j.ejon.2021.102034. Epub 2021 Sep 8.

Pobar I, Job M, Holt T, Hargrave C, Hickey B. Prognostic tools for survival prediction in advanced cancer patients: A systematic review. J Med Imaging Radiat Oncol. 2021 May 10. doi: 10.1111/1754-9485.13185. Epub ahead of print.

Rezaei Haddad A, Hayley J, Mostofi A, Brown M, Pereira E. Stereotactic Radiofrequency Thalamotomy for Cancer Pain: A Systematic Review. World Neurosurg. 2021 Apr 24:S1878-8750(21)00616-1. doi: 10.1016/j.wneu.2021.04.075. Epub ahead of print.

Rimmer B, Crowe L, Todd A, Sharp L. Assessing unmet needs in advanced cancer patients: a systematic review of the development, content, and quality of available instruments. J Cancer Surviv. 2021 Aug 6. doi: 10.1007/s11764-021-01088-6. Epub ahead of print.

Saeidzadeh S, Kamalumpundi V, Chi NC, Nair R, Gilbertson-White S. Web and mobile-based symptom management interventions for physical symptoms of people with advanced cancer: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Palliat Med. 2021 Apr 12:2692163211006317. doi: 10.1177/02692163211006317. Epub ahead of print.

Shih YA, Wang C, Jin S, Feng W, Lu Q. Decision Making of Artificial Nutrition and Hydration for Cancer Patients at Terminal Stage-A Systematic Review of the Views From Patients, Families, and Healthcare Professionals. J Pain Symptom Manage. 2021 Apr 30:S0885-3924(21)00313-4. doi: 10.1016/j.jpainsymman.2021.04.013. Epub ahead of print.

Stocklassa S, Zhang S, Mason S, Elsner F. Cultural implications for disclosure of diagnosis and prognosis toward terminally ill cancer patients in China: A literature review. Palliat Support Care. 2021 May 5:1-7. doi: 10.1017/S1478951521000535. Epub ahead of print.

Sutar R, Chaudhary P, Yadav V. Prevalence of collusion in cancer communications: A meta-analysis. Psychooncology. 2021 Sep 25. doi: 10.1002/pon.5824. Epub ahead of print.

Tan AJN, Tiew LH, Shorey S. Experiences and needs of parents of palliative paediatric oncology patients: A meta-synthesis. Eur J Cancer Care (Engl). 2021 May;30(3):e13388. doi: 10.1111/ecc.13388. Epub 2020 Dec 17.

Tayeb BO, Winegarden JA, Alashari RA, Alasmari M, Winegarden J, Boker F, Halawi A, Lapidow A, Bradshaw YS, Carr DB. Scoping Review of Off-Label Topical Analgesia in Palliative, Hospice and Cancer Care: Towards Flexibility in Evidence-Based Medicine. J Pain Res. 2021 Sep 22;14:3003-3009. doi: 10.2147/JPR.S263845.

Tilley CP, Fu MR, Qiu JM, Comfort C, Crocilla BL, Li Z, Axelrod D. The Microbiome and Metabolome of Malignant Fungating Wounds: A Systematic Review of the Literature From 1995 to 2020. J Wound Ostomy Continence Nurs. 2021 Mar-Apr 01;48(2):124-135. doi: 10.1097/WON.0000000000000749.

Tobin J, Rogers A, Winterburn I, Tullie S, Kalyanasundaram A, Kuhn I, Barclay S. Hospice care access inequalities: a systematic review and narrative synthesis. BMJ Support Palliat Care. 2021 Feb 19:bmjspcare-2020-002719. doi: 10.1136/bmjspcare-2020-002719. Epub ahead of print.

van Merendonk LN, Crul M. Deprescribing in palliative patients with cancer: a concise review of tools and guidelines. Support Care Cancer. 2021 Oct 7. doi: 10.1007/s00520-021-06605-y. Epub ahead of print.

Yang J, Wahner-Roedler DL, Zhou X, Johnson LA, Do A, Pachman DR, Chon TY, Salinas M, Millstine D, Bauer BA. Acupuncture for palliative cancer pain management: systematic review. BMJ Support Palliat Care. 2021 Jan 13:bmjspcare-2020-002638. doi: 10.1136/bmjspcare-2020-002638. Epub ahead of print.

Yemoh V, Olayemi LO, Abraham JA. Preferences of quality delivery of palliative care among cancer patients in low- and middle-income countries: A review. Palliat Support Care. 2021 May 6:1-8. doi: 10.1017/S1478951521000456. Epub ahead of print.

2020

Abu-Odah H, Molassiotis A, Liu J. Challenges on the provision of palliative care for patients with cancer in low- and middle-income countries: a systematic review of reviews. BMC Palliat Care. 2020 Apr 22;19(1):55. doi: 10.1186/s12904-020-00558-5.

Ahn S, Romo RD, Campbell CL. A systematic review of interventions for family caregivers who care for patients with advanced cancer at home. Patient Educ Couns. 2020 Mar 12:S0738-3991(20)30146-4. doi: 10.1016/j.pec.2020.03.012. Epub ahead of print.

Areia NP, Góngora JN, Major S, Oliveira VD, Relvas AP. Support interventions for families of people with terminal cancer in palliative care. Palliat Support Care. 2020 Feb 26:1-9. doi: 10.1017/S1478951520000127. Epub ahead of print.

Bennardi M, Diviani N, Gamondi C, Stüssi G, Saletti P, Cinesi I, Rubinelli S. Palliative care utilization in oncology and hemato-oncology: a systematic review of cognitive barriers and facilitators from the perspective of healthcare professionals, adult patients, and their families. BMC Palliat Care. 2020 Apr 13;19(1):47. doi: 10.1186/s12904-020-00556-7.

Boland EG, Bennett MI, Allgar V, Boland JW. Cannabinoids for adult cancer-related pain: systematic review and meta-analysis. BMJ Support Palliat Care. 2020 Jan 20;bmjspcare-2019-002032. doi: 10.1136/bmjspcare-2019-002032. [Epub ahead of print].

Chapman EJ, Edwards Z, Boland JW, Maddocks M, Fettes L, Malia C, Mulvey MR, Bennett MI. Practice review: Evidence-based and effective management of pain in patients with advanced cancer. Palliat Med. 2020 Jan 24;269216319896955. doi: 10.1177/0269216319896955. [Epub ahead of print].

Cooper A, Dains JE. Advanced Care Planning and End-of-life Outcomes in Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant Patients. Am J Hosp Palliat Care. 2020 Nov 9:1049909120971566. doi: 10.1177/1049909120971566. Epub ahead of print.

Cordeiro LAF, Silva TH, Oliveira LC, Nogueira Neto JF. Systemic Inflammation and Nutritional Status in Patients on Palliative Cancer Care: A Systematic Review of Observational Studies. Am J Hosp Palliat Care. 2020 Jul;37(7):565-571. doi: 10.1177/1049909119886833. Epub 2019 Nov 18.

Eche IJ, Eche IM, Aronowitz T. An Integrative Review of Factors Associated With Symptom Burden at the End of Life in Children With Cancer. J Pediatr Oncol Nurs. 2020 Mar 10:1043454220909805. doi: 10.1177/1043454220909805. Epub ahead of print.

Fettes L, Neo J, Ashford S, Higginson IJ, Maddocks M. Trajectories of disability in activities of daily living in advanced cancer or respiratory disease: a systematic review. Disabil Rehabil. 2020 Sep 22:1-12. doi: 10.1080/09638288.2020.1820587. Epub ahead of print.

Forbat L. The role and value of family therapy for people living with cancer: a rapid review of recent evidence. Curr Opin Support Palliat Care. 2020 Sep;14(3):263-269. doi: 10.1097/SPC.0000000000000504.

Frasca M, Galvin A, Raherison C, Soubeyran P, Burucoa B, Bellera C, Mathoulin-Pelissier S. Palliative versus hospice care in patients with cancer: a systematic review. BMJ Support Palliat Care. 2020 Jul 17:bmjspcare-2020-002195. doi: 10.1136/bmjspcare-2020-002195. Epub ahead of print.

Gayatri D, Efremov L, Kantelhardt EJ, Mikolajczyk R. Quality of life of cancer patients at palliative care units in developing countries: systematic review of the published literature. Qual Life Res. 2020 Sep 18. doi: 10.1007/s11136-020-02633-z. Epub ahead of print.

Ghezelsefli Z, Ahmadi F, Mohammadi E. End-of-Life Care Provided for Cancer Patients: A Metasynthesis Study. Holist Nurs Pract. 2020 Jul/Aug;34(4):210-220. doi: 10.1097/HNP.0000000000000391.

Ginex P, Coleman M, Vrabel M, Bevans M. Family Caregiver Strain and Burden: A Systematic Review of Evidence-Based Interventions When Caring for Patients With Cancer. Clin J Oncol Nurs. 2020 Feb 1;24(1):31-50. doi: 10.1188/20.CJON.31-50.

Heidari H, Mardani-Hamooleh M, Amiri M. Perceived factors to providing palliative care for patients with cancer - a qualitative systematic review. Oncol Rev. 2020 May 19;14(1):463. doi: 10.4081/oncol.2020.463.

Herledan C, Baudouin A, Larbre V, Gahbiche A, Dufay E, Alquier I, Ranchon F, Rioufol C. Clinical and economic impact of medication reconciliation in cancer patients: a systematic review. Support Care Cancer. 2020 Mar 18. doi: 10.1007/s00520-020-05400-5. Epub ahead of print.

Jiang XH, Chen XJ, Xie QQ, Feng YS, Chen S, Peng JS. Effects of art therapy in cancer care: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Eur J Cancer Care (Engl). 2020 Jun 15:e13277. doi: 10.1111/ecc.13277. Epub ahead of print.

Jin M, Shen F, Li M, Chen Y. Palliative treatment for bowel obstruction in ovarian cancer: a meta-analysis. Arch Gynecol Obstet. 2020 Jul;302(1):241-248. doi: 10.1007/s00404-020-05545-y. Epub 2020 May 22.

Kako J, Kobayashi M, Oosono Y, Kajiwara K, Miyashita M. Immediate Effect of Fan Therapy in Terminal Cancer With Dyspnea at Rest: A Meta-Analysis. Am J Hosp Palliat Care. 2020 Apr;37(4):294-299. doi: 10.1177/1049909119873626. Epub 2019 Sep 4.

Keene MR, Heslop IM, Sabesan SS, Glass BD. Knowledge, attitudes and practices of health professionals toward complementary and alternative medicine in cancer care – a systematic review. J Commun Healthc. 2020 May 12. doi: 10.1080/17538068.2020.1755202.

Koffler S, Mintzker Y, Shai A. Association between palliative care and the rate of advanced care planning: A systematic review. Palliat Support Care. 2020 Oct;18(5):589-601. doi: 10.1017/S1478951519001068.

Köhler F, Martin ZS, Hertrampf RS, Gäbel C, Kessler J, Ditzen B, Warth M. Music Therapy in the Psychosocial Treatment of Adult Cancer Patients: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Front Psychol. 2020 Apr 16;11:651. doi: 10.3389/fpsyg.2020.00651.

Kuusisto A, Santavirta J, Saranto K, Korhonen P, Haavisto E. Advance care planning for patients with cancer in palliative care: A scoping review from a professional perspective. J Clin Nurs. 2020 Feb 11. doi: 10.1111/jocn.15216. Epub ahead of print.

Li Y, Xing X, Shi X, Yan P, Chen Y, Li M, Zhang W, Li X, Yang K. The effectiveness of music therapy for patients with cancer: A systematic review and meta-analysis. J Adv Nurs. 2020 Feb 3. doi: 10.1111/jan.14313. Epub ahead of print.

Logan RM, Al-Azri AR, Bossi P, Stringer AM, Joy JK, Soga Y, Ranna V, Vaddi A, Raber-Durlacher JE, Lalla RV, Cheng KKF, Elad S; Mucositis Study Group of the Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer/International Society of Oral Oncology (MASCC/ISOO). Systematic review of growth factors and cytokines for the management of oral mucositis in cancer patients and clinical practice guidelines. Support Care Cancer. 2020 Feb 21. doi: 10.1007/s00520-019-05170-9. Epub ahead of print.

Lopes-Júnior LC, Rosa GS, Pessanha RM, Schuab SIPC, Nunes KZ, Amorim MHC. Efficacy of the complementary therapies in the management of cancer pain in palliative care: A systematic review. Rev Lat Am Enfermagem. 2020 Sep 30;28:e3377. doi: 10.1590/1518-8345.4213.3377.

Luo N, Tan S, Li X, Singh S, Liu S, Chen C, Huang Z, Feng S, Lin Y, Lin Y, Cen H, Liang M, Chen M. Efficacy and safety of opioids in treating cancer-related dyspnea: A systematic review and meta-analysis based on randomized controlled trials. J Pain Symptom Manage. 2020 Jul 27:S0885-3924(20)30632-1. doi: 10.1016/j.jpainsymman.2020.07.021. Epub ahead of print.

Makhlouf SM, Pini S, Ahmed S, Bennett MI. Managing Pain in People with Cancer-a Systematic Review of the Attitudes and Knowledge of Professionals, Patients, Caregivers and Public. J Cancer Educ. 2020 Apr;35(2):214-240. doi: 10.1007/s13187-019-01548-9.

Marchi LPES, Santos Neto MFD, Moraes JP, Paiva CE, Paiva BSR. Influence of advance directives on reducing aggressive measures during end-of-life cancer care: A systematic review. Palliat Support Care. 2020 Aug 28:1-7. doi: 10.1017/S1478951520000838. Epub ahead of print.

Matis J, Svetlak M, Slezackova A, Svoboda M, Šumec R. Mindfulness-Based Programs for Patients With Cancer via eHealth and Mobile Health: Systematic Review and Synthesis of Quantitative Research. J Med Internet Res. 2020 Nov 16;22(11):e20709. doi: 10.2196/20709.

Mills SEE, Geneen LJ, Buchanan D, Guthrie B, Smith BH. Factors associated with unscheduled care use by cancer decedents: a systematic review with narrative synthesis. BMJ Support Palliat Care. 2020 Oct 13:bmjspcare-2020-002410. doi: 10.1136/bmjspcare-2020-002410. Epub ahead of print.

Ng JY, Sharma AE. Guidelines for Cancer-Related Pain: A Systematic Review of Complementary and Alternative Medicine Recommendations. Pain Pract. 2020 Nov 16. doi: 10.1111/papr.12964. Epub ahead of print.

Ohan JL, Jackson HM, Bay S, Morris JN, Martini A. How psychosocial interventions meet the needs of children of parents with cancer: A review and critical evaluation. Eur J Cancer Care (Engl). 2020 May 13:e13237. doi: 10.1111/ecc.13237. Epub ahead of print.

O'Hanlon FJ, Fragkos KC, Fini L, Patel PS, Mehta SJ, Rahman F, Di Caro S. Home Parenteral Nutrition in Patients with Advanced Cancer: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Nutr Cancer. 2020 Jun 25:1-13. doi: 10.1080/01635581.2020.1784441. Epub ahead of print.

Polita NB, de Montigny F, Neris RR, Alvarenga WA, Silva-Rodrigues FM, Leite ACAB, Nascimento LC. The Experiences of Bereaved Parents After the Loss of a Child to Cancer: A Qualitative Metasynthesis. J Pediatr Oncol Nurs. 2020 Nov/Dec;37(6):444-457. doi: 10.1177/1043454220944059. Epub 2020 Jul 27.

Rieger KL, Lobchuk MM, Duff MA, Chernomas WM, Demczuk L, Campbell-Enns HJ, Zaborniak AR, Nweze S, West CH. Mindfulness-based Arts Interventions for Cancer Care: A Systematic Review of the Effects on Wellbeing and Fatigue. Psychooncology. 2020 Oct 1. doi: 10.1002/pon.5560. Epub ahead of print.

Sampedro Pilegaard M, Knold Rossau H, Lejsgaard E, Kjer Møller JJ, Jarlbaek L, Dalton SO, la Cour K. Rehabilitation and palliative care for socioeconomically disadvantaged patients with advanced cancer: a scoping review. Acta Oncol. 2020 Oct 6:1-12. doi: 10.1080/0284186X.2020.1827156. Epub ahead of print.

Sariman JA, Harris NM, Harvey D, Sansom-Daly UM. Experiences of Young People Living with Cancer in Nonmetropolitan Areas: A Review of the Literature. J Adolesc Young Adult Oncol. 2020 Apr;9(2):133-144. doi: 10.1089/jayao.2019.0053. Epub 2019 Oct 31.

Saunders DP, Rouleau T, Cheng K, Yarom N, Kandwal A, Joy J, Bektas Kayhan K, van de Wetering M, Brito-Dellan N, Kataoka T, Chiang K, Ranna V, Vaddi A, Epstein J, Lalla RV, Bossi P, Elad S; Mucositis Study Group of the Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer/International Society of Oral Oncology (MASCC/ISOO). Systematic review of antimicrobials, mucosal coating agents, anesthetics, and analgesics for the management of oral mucositis in cancer patients and clinical practice guidelines. Support Care Cancer. 2020 Feb 12. doi: 10.1007/s00520-019-05181-6. Epub ahead of print.

Thornton CP, Ruble K, Kozachik S. Psychosocial Interventions for Adolescents and Young Adults With Cancer: An Integrative Review. J Pediatr Oncol Nurs. 2020 May 26:1043454220919713. doi: 10.1177/1043454220919713. Epub ahead of print.

Tilley CP, Fu MR, Van Cleeve J, Crocilla BL, Comfort CP. Symptoms of Malignant Fungating Wounds and Functional Performance among Patients with Advanced Cancer: An Integrative Review from 2000 to 2019. J Palliat Med. 2020 Jun;23(6):848-862. doi: 10.1089/jpm.2019.0617. Epub 2020 Apr 28.

Tranoulis A, Georgiou D, Founta C, Mehra G, Sayasneh A, Nath R. Use of electrochemotherapy in women with vulvar cancer to improve quality-of-life in the palliative setting: a meta-analysis. Int J Gynecol Cancer. 2020 Jan;30(1):107-114. doi: 10.1136/ijgc-2019-000868. Epub 2019 Dec 3.

van der Velden NCA, Meijers MC, Han PKJ, van Laarhoven HWM, Smets EMA, Henselmans I. The Effect of Prognostic Communication on Patient Outcomes in Palliative Cancer Care: a Systematic Review. Curr Treat Options Oncol. 2020 Apr 23;21(5):40. doi: 10.1007/s11864-020-00742-y.

Venkatasalu MR, Murang ZR, Ramasamy DTR, Dhaliwal JS. Oral health problems among palliative and terminally ill patients: an integrated systematic review. BMC Oral Health. 2020 Mar 18;20(1):79. doi: 10.1186/s12903-020-01075-w.

Warth M, Zöller J, Köhler F, Aguilar-Raab C, Kessler J, Ditzen B. Psychosocial Interventions for Pain Management in Advanced Cancer Patients: a Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. Curr Oncol Rep. 2020 Jan 21;22(1):3. doi: 10.1007/s11912-020-0870-7.

Wu VS, Smith AB, Girgis A. The unmet supportive care needs of Chinese patients and caregivers affected by cancer: A systematic review. Eur J Cancer Care (Engl). 2020 Jun 3:e13269. doi: 10.1111/ecc.13269. Epub ahead of print.

Yamaji N, Suto M, Takemoto Y, Suzuki D, Lopes KDS, Ota E. Supporting the Decision Making of Children With Cancer: A Meta-synthesis. J Pediatr Oncol Nurs. 2020 May 27:1043454220919711. doi: 10.1177/1043454220919711. Epub ahead of print.

Yang J, Choi M, Choi J, Kang M, Jo A, Chung SH, Sim SH, Kim YJ, Yang EJ, Yu SY. Supervised Physical Rehabilitation in the Treatment of Patients with Advanced Cancer: a Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. J Korean Med Sci. 2020 Jul 27;35(29):e242. doi: 10.3346/jkms.2020.35.e242.

Yarom N, Hovan A, Bossi P, Ariyawardana A, Jensen SB, Gobbo M, Saca-Hazboun H, Kandwal A, Majorana A, Ottaviani G, Pentenero M, Nasr NM, Rouleau T, Lucas AS, Treister NS, Zur E, Ranna V, Vaddi A, Barasch A, Lalla RV, Cheng KKF, Elad S; Mucositis Study Group of the Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer / International Society of Oral Oncology (MASCC/ISOO). Systematic review of natural and miscellaneous agents, for the management of oral mucositis in cancer patients and clinical practice guidelines - part 2: honey, herbal compounds, saliva stimulants, probiotics, and miscellaneous agents. Support Care Cancer. 2020 May;28(5):2457-2472. doi: 10.1007/s00520-019-05256-4. Epub 2020 Feb 13.

You E. Nontraditional and Home-Based Self-management Interventions in Cancer Patients With Pain: A Mixed-Method Systematic Review. Holist Nurs Pract. 2020 May/Jun;34(3):138-149. doi: 10.1097/HNP.0000000000000380.

Zheng C, Chen X, Weng L, Guo L, Xu H, Lin M, Xue Y, Lin X, Yang A, Yu L, Xue Z, Yang J. Benefits of Mobile Apps for Cancer Pain Management: Systematic Review. JMIR Mhealth Uhealth. 2020 Jan 23;8(1):e17055. doi: 10.2196/17055.

Zhou J, Wang Y, Jiang G. Oxycodone versus morphine for cancer pain titration: A systematic review and pharmacoeconomic evaluation. PLoS One. 2020 Apr 17;15(4):e0231763. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0231763.

2019

Abedini NC, Hechtman RK, Singh AD, Khateeb R, Mann J, Townsend W, Chopra V. Interventions to reduce aggressive care at end of life among patients with cancer: a systematic review. Lancet Oncol. 2019 Nov;20(11):e627-e636. doi: 10.1016/S1470-2045(19)30496-6.

Alyami HM, Chan RJ, New K. End-of-life care preferences for people with advanced cancer and their families in intensive care units: a systematic review. Support Care Cancer. 2019 May 17. doi: 10.1007/s00520-019-04844-8. [Epub ahead of print]

Ariyawardana A, Cheng KKF, Kandwal A, Tilly V, Al-Azri AR, Galiti D, Chiang K, Vaddi A, Ranna V, Nicolatou-Galitis O, Lalla RV, Bossi P, Elad S. Systematic review of anti-inflammatory agents for the management of oral mucositis in cancer patients and clinical practice guidelines. Support Care Cancer. 2019 Jul 8. doi: 10.1007/s00520-019-04888-w. [Epub ahead of print]

Armstrong M, Flemming K, Kupeli N, Stone P, Wilkinson S, Candy B. Aromatherapy, massage and reflexology: A systematic review and thematic synthesis of the perspectives from people with palliative care needs. Palliat Med. 2019 May 6:269216319846440. doi: 10.1177/0269216319846440. [Epub ahead of print]

Bakula DM, Sharkey CM, Perez MN, Espeleta HC, Gamwell KL, Baudino M, Delozier AM, Chaney JM, Matt Alderson R, Mullins LL. The Relationship Between Parent and Child Distress in Pediatric Cancer: A Meta-Analysis. J Pediatr Psychol. 2019 Jul 1. pii: jsz051. doi: 10.1093/jpepsy/jsz051. [Epub ahead of print]

Bannon M, Ernecoff NC, Dionne-Odom JN, Zimmermann C, Corbelli J, Klein-Fedyshin M, Arnold RM, Schenker Y, Kavalieratos D. Comparison of Palliative Care Interventions for Cancer versus Heart Failure Patients: A Secondary Analysis of a Systematic Review. J Palliat Med. 2019 Feb 14. doi: 10.1089/jpm.2018.0513. [Epub ahead of print]

Beauchemin M, Murray MT, Sung L, Hershman DL, Weng C, Schnall R. Clinical decision support for therapeutic decision-making in cancer: A systematic review. Int J Med Inform. 2019 Oct;130:103940. doi: 10.1016/j.ijmedinf.2019.07.019. Epub 2019 Aug 12.

Bernard P, Savard J, Steindorf K, Sweegers MG, Courneya KS, Newton RU, Aaronson NK, Jacobsen PB, May AM, Galvao DA, Chinapaw MJ, Stuiver MM, Griffith KA, Mesters I, Knoop H, Goedendorp MM, Bohus M, Thorsen L, Schmidt ME, Ulrich CM, Sonke GS, van Harten W, Winters-Stone KM, Velthuis MJ, Taaffe DR, van Mechelen W, Kersten MJ, Nollet F, Wenzel J, Wiskemann J, Verdonck-de Leeuw IM, Brug J, Buffart LM. Effects and moderators of exercise on sleep in adults with cancer: Individual patient data and aggregated meta-analyses. J Psychosom Res. 2019 Sep;124:109746. doi: 10.1016/j.jpsychores.2019.109746. Epub 2019 Jun 23.

Bowen JM, Gibson RJ, Coller JK, Blijlevens N, Bossi P, Al-Dasooqi N, Bateman EH, Chiang K, de Mooij C, Mayo B, Stringer AM, Tissing W, Wardill HR, van Sebille YZA, Ranna V, Vaddi A, Keefe DM, Lalla RV, Cheng KKF, Elad S. Systematic review of agents for the management of cancer treatment-related gastrointestinal mucositis and clinical practice guidelines. Support Care Cancer. 2019 Oct;27(10):4011-4022. doi: 10.1007/s00520-019-04892-0. Epub 2019 Jul 8.

Bozzetti F. The role of parenteral nutrition in patients with malignant bowel obstruction. Support Care Cancer. 2019 Dec;27(12):4393-4399. doi: 10.1007/s00520-019-04948-1. Epub 2019 Jul 17.

Brown D, Watson M, Schloss J. Pharmacological evidence of medicinal cannabis in oncology: a systematic review. Support Care Cancer. 2019 May 6. doi: 10.1007/s00520-019-04774-5. [Epub ahead of print]

​Cai R, Zimmermann C, Krzyzanowska M, Granton J, Hannon B. Thromboprophylaxis for inpatients with advanced cancer in palliative care settings: A systematic review and narrative synthesis. Palliat Med. 2019 Mar 1:269216319830860. doi: 10.1177/0269216319830860. [Epub ahead of print]

Chen YJ, Li XX, Ma HK, Zhang X, Wang BW, Guo TT, Xiao Y, Bing ZT, Ge L, Yang KH, Han XM. Exercise Training for Improving Patient-Reported Outcomes in Patients With Advanced-Stage Cancer: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. J Pain Symptom Manage. 2019 Sep 20. pii: S0885-3924(19)30530-5. doi: 10.1016/j.jpainsymman.2019.09.010. [Epub ahead of print]

Cheng BT, Rost M, De Clercq E, Arnold L, Elger BS, Wangmo T. Palliative care initiation in pediatric oncology patients: A systematic review. Cancer Med. 2019 Jan;8(1):3-12. doi: 10.1002/cam4.1907. Epub 2018 Dec 7.

Cheng L, Liu F, Feng S, Wang Y, Gu Y, Kang Q. Symptom experience of children with cancer younger than 8 years of age: an integrative review. J Pain Symptom Manage. 2019 Apr 10. pii: S0885-3924(19)30167-8. doi: 10.1016/j.jpainsymman.2019.03.021. [Epub ahead of print]

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Davies A, Leach C, Caponero R, Dickman A, Fuchs D, Paice J, Emmanuel A. MASCC recommendations on the management of constipation in patients with advanced cancer. Support Care Cancer. 2019 Aug 9. doi: 10.1007/s00520-019-05016-4. [Epub ahead of print]

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Pyke-Grimm KA, Franck LS, Patterson Kelly K, Halpern-Felsher B, Goldsby RE, Kleiman A, Rehm RS. Treatment Decision-Making Involvement in Adolescents and Young Adults With Cancer. Oncol Nurs Forum. 2019 Jan 13;46(1):E22-E37. doi: 10.1188/19.ONF.E22-E37.

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Robert R, Stavinoha P, Jones BL, Robinson J, Larson K, Hicklen R, Smith B, Perko K, Koch K, Findley S, Weaver MS. Spiritual assessment and spiritual care offerings as a standard of care in pediatric oncology: A recommendation informed by a systematic review of the literature. Pediatr Blood Cancer. 2019 Apr 29:e27764. doi: 10.1002/pbc.27764. [Epub ahead of print]

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Sotoudeh S, Mahdavi H, Tahmasebi M. Crises in Caring for Dying Patients Regarding Cancer Within Iranian Cultural Backgrounds: A Systematic Review of Qualitative Studies. Int J Cancer Manag. 2019 Feb;12(2). doi: 10.5812/ijcm.87245.

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Tobberup R, Thoresen L, Falkmer UG, Yilmaz MK, Solheim TS, Balstad TR. Effects of current parenteral nutrition treatment on health-related quality of life, physical function, nutritional status, survival and adverse events exclusively in patients with advanced cancer: A systematic literature review. Crit Rev Oncol Hematol. 2019 Jul;139:96-107. doi: 10.1016/j.critrevonc.2019.04.014. Epub 2019 Apr 20.

Ugalde A, Gaskin CJ, Rankin NM, Schofield P, Boltong A, Aranda S, Chambers S, Krishnasamy M, Livingston PM. A systematic review of cancer caregiver interventions: Appraising the potential for implementation of evidence into practice. Psychooncology. 2019 Feb 4. doi: 10.1002/pon.5018. [Epub ahead of print]

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Yusufov M, Braun IM, Pirl WF. A systematic review of substance use and substance use disorders in patients with cancer. Gen Hosp Psychiatry. 2019 Apr 26. pii: S0163-8343(18)30527-9. doi: 10.1016/j.genhosppsych.2019.04.016. [Epub ahead of print]

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Lin CP, Evans CJ, Koffman J, Armes J, Murtagh FEM, Harding R. The conceptual models and mechanisms of action that underpin advance care planning for cancer patients: A systematic review of randomised controlled trials. Palliat Med. 2018 Oct 26:269216318809582. doi: 10.1177/0269216318809582. [Epub ahead of print]

Lisy K, Peters MDJ, Schofield P, Jefford M. Experiences and unmet needs of lesbian, gay, and bisexual people with cancer care: A systematic review and meta-synthesis. Psychooncology. 2018 Feb 20. doi: 10.1002/pon.4674. [Epub ahead of print]

Marzorati C, Renzi C, Russell-Edu SW, Pravettoni G. Telemedicine Use Among Caregivers of Cancer Patients: Systematic Review. J Med Internet Res. 2018 Jun 18;20(6):e223. doi: 10.2196/jmir.9812.

Mazhari F, Shirazi AS, Shabzendehdar M. Management of oral mucositis in pediatric patients receiving cancer therapy: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Pediatr Blood Cancer. 2018 Nov 12:e27403. doi: 10.1002/pbc.27403. [Epub ahead of print]

Mercadante S, Bruera E. Methadone as a First-Line Opioid in Cancer Pain Management: A Systematic Review. J Pain Symptom Manage. 2018 Mar;55(3):998-1003. doi: 10.1016/j.jpainsymman.2017.10.017. Epub 2017 Nov 1.

Moore PM, Rivera S, Bravo-Soto GA, Olivares C, Lawrie TA. Communication skills training for healthcare professionals working with people who have cancer. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2018 Jul 24;7:CD003751. doi: 10.1002/14651858.CD003751.pub4.

Morrow A, Jacobs C, Best M, Greening S, Tucker K. Genetics in palliative oncology: a missing agenda? A review of the literature and future directions. Support Care Cancer. 2018 Mar;26(3):721-730. doi: 10.1007/s00520-017-4017-9. Epub 2017 Dec 16.

Mucke M, Weier M, Carter C, Copeland J, Degenhardt L, Cuhls H, Radbruch L, Häuser W, Conrad R. Systematic review and meta-analysis of cannabinoids in palliative medicine. J Cachexia Sarcopenia Muscle. 2018 Apr;9(2):220-234. doi: 10.1002/jcsm.12273. Epub 2018 Feb 5.

Muldrew DH, Hasson F, Carduff E, Clarke M, Coast J, Finucane A, Graham L, Larkin P, McCorry NK, Slater P, Watson M, Wright E, McIlfatrick S. Assessment and management of constipation for patients receiving palliative care in specialist palliative care settings: A systematic review of the literature. Palliat Med. 2018 May;32(5):930-938. doi: 10.1177/0269216317752515. Epub 2018 Feb 12.

Nakano J, Hashizume K, Fukushima T, Ueno K, Matsuura E, Ikio Y, Ishii S, Morishita S, Tanaka K, Kusuba Y. Effects of Aerobic and Resistance Exercises on Physical Symptoms in Cancer Patients: A Meta-analysis. Integr Cancer Ther. 2018 Dec;17(4):1048-1058. doi: 10.1177/1534735418807555. Epub 2018 Oct 23.

Nijland L, Schmidt P, Frosch M, Wager J, Hübner-Möhler B, Drake R, Zernikow B. Subcutaneous or intravenous opioid administration by patient-controlled analgesia in cancer pain: a systematic literature review. Support Care Cancer. 2018 Jul 28. doi: 10.1007/s00520-018-4368-x. [Epub ahead of print]

Nunes MDR, Bomfim E, Olson K, Lopes-Junior LC, Silva-Rodrigues FM, Garcia de Lima RA, Nascimento LC. Interventions minimizing fatigue in children/adolescents with cancer: An integrative review. J Child Health Care. 2018 Jun;22(2):186-204. doi: 10.1177/1367493517752498. Epub 2018 Jan 23.

Nunns M, Mayhew D, Ford T, Rogers M, Curle C, Logan S, Moore D. Effectiveness of non-pharmacological interventions to reduce procedural anxiety in children and adolescents undergoing treatment for cancer: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Psychooncology. 2018 Aug;27(8):1889-1899. doi: 10.1002/pon.4749. Epub 2018 May 22.

Ostuzzi G, Matcham F, Dauchy S, Barbui C, Hotopf M. Antidepressants for the treatment of depression in people with cancer. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2018 Apr 23;4:CD011006. doi: 10.1002/14651858.CD011006.pub3.

Radossi AL, Taromina K, Marjerrison S, Diorio CJ, Similio R, Njuguna F, Afungchwi GM, Ladas EJ. A systematic review of integrative clinical trials for supportive care in pediatric oncology: a report from the International Society of Pediatric Oncology, T&CM collaborative. Support Care Cancer. 2018 Feb;26(2):375-391. doi: 10.1007/s00520-017-3908-0. Epub 2017 Oct 13.

Razvi Y, Chan S, Zaki P, McKenzie E, Lam H, Van Der Velden JM, Alqaderi A, Silva MF, Chow E. Predicting survival of patients treated with palliative radiotherapy: a systematic review. Expert Rev Qual Life Cancer Care. 2018 Jul 10;3(4):105-111. doi.org/10.1080/23809000.2018.1495561.

Sanches KDS, Rabin EG, Teixeira PTO. The scenario of scientific publication on palliative care in oncology over the last 5 years: a scoping review. Rev Esc Enferm USP. 2018 Jun 25;52:e03336. doi: 10.1590/S1980-220X2017009103336.

Sande TA, Laird BJA, Fallon MT. The Management of Opioid-Induced Nausea and Vomiting in Patients with Cancer: A Systematic Review. J Palliat Med. 2018 Sep 21. doi: 10.1089/jpm.2018.0260. [Epub ahead of print]

Santacroce SJ, Tan KR, Killela MK. A systematic scoping review of the recent literature (∼2011-2017) about the costs of illness to parents of children diagnosed with cancer. Eur J Oncol Nurs. 2018 Aug;35:22-32. doi: 10.1016/j.ejon.2018.04.004. Epub 2018 May 17.

Schmidt-Hansen M, Bennett MI, Arnold S, Bromham N, Hilgart JS. Efficacy, tolerability and acceptability of oxycodone for cancer-related pain in adults: an updated Cochrane systematic review. BMJ Support Palliat Care. 2018 Jun;8(2):117-128. doi: 10.1136/bmjspcare-2017-001457. Epub 2018 Jan 13.

Schüchen RH, Mücke M, Marinova M, Kravchenko D, Häuser W, Radbruch L, Conrad R. Systematic review and meta-analysis on non-opioid analgesics in palliative medicine. J Cachexia Sarcopenia Muscle. 2018 Dec;9(7):1235-1254. doi: 10.1002/jcsm.12352. Epub 2018 Oct 29.

Shaw J, Pearce A, Lopez AL, Price MA. Clinical anxiety disorders in the context of cancer: A scoping review of impact on resource use and healthcare costs. Eur J Cancer Care (Engl). 2018 Jul 17:e12893. doi: 10.1111/ecc.12893. [Epub ahead of print]

Shaw JM, Sekelja N, Frasca D, Dhillon HM, Price MA. Being mindful of mindfulness interventions in cancer: A systematic review of intervention reporting and study methodology. Psychooncology. 2018 Jan 26. doi: 10.1002/pon.4651. [Epub ahead of print]

Shin S, Mitchell C, Mannion K, Smolyn J, Meghani SH. An Integrated Review of Cannabis and Cannabinoids in Adult Oncologic Pain Management. Pain Manag Nurs. 2018 Dec 6. pii: S1524-9042(18)30209-1. doi: 10.1016/j.pmn.2018.09.006. [Epub ahead of print]

Smyth JA, Dempster M, Warwick I, Wilkinson P, McCorry NK. A Systematic Review of the Patient- and Carer-Related Factors Affecting the Experience of Pain for Advanced Cancer Patients Cared for at Home. J Pain Symptom Manage. 2018 Feb;55(2):496-507. doi: 10.1016/j.jpainsymman.2017.08.012. Epub 2017 Aug 24.

Sremanakova J, Sowerbutts AM, Burden S. A systematic review of the use of ketogenic diets in adult patients with cancer. J Hum Nutr Diet. 2018 Jul 30. doi: 10.1111/jhn.12587. [Epub ahead of print]

Sutherland A, Naessens K, Plugge E, Ware L, Head K, Burton MJ, Wee B. Olanzapine for the prevention and treatment of cancer-related nausea and vomiting in adults. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2018 Sep 21;9:CD012555. doi: 10.1002/14651858.CD012555.pub2.

Sweegers MG, Altenburg TM, Chinapaw MJ, Kalter J, Verdonck-de Leeuw IM, Courneya KS, Newton RU, Aaronson NK, Jacobsen PB, Brug J, Buffart LM. Which exercise prescriptions improve quality of life and physical function in patients with cancer during and following treatment? A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials. Br J Sports Med. 2018 Apr;52(8):505-513. doi: 10.1136/bjsports-2017-097891. Epub 2017 Sep 27.

Tan WS, Beatty L, Koczwara B. Do cancer patients use the term resilience? A systematic review of qualitative studies. Support Care Cancer. 2018 Sep 12. doi: 10.1007/s00520-018-4456-y. [Epub ahead of print]

Tapp D, Blais MC. Evaluation of decision support tools for patients with advanced cancer: A systematic review of literature. Palliat Support Care. 2018 Aug 31:1-9. doi: 10.1017/S1478951518000512. [Epub ahead of print]

Tomlinson D, Robinson PD, Oberoi S, Cataudella D, Culos-Reed N, Davis H, Duong N, Gibson F, Götte M, Hinds P, Nijhof SL, van der Torre P, Cabral S, Dupuis LL, Sung L. Pharmacologic interventions for fatigue in cancer and transplantation: a meta-analysis. Curr Oncol. 2018 Apr;25(2):e152-e167. doi: 10.3747/co.25.3883. Epub 2018 Apr 30.

Ullgren H, Tsitsi T, Papastavrou E, Charalambous A. How family caregivers of cancer patients manage symptoms at home: A systematic review. Int J Nurs Stud. 2018 May 29;85:68-79. doi: 10.1016/j.ijnurstu.2018.05.004. [Epub ahead of print]

van Eenbergen MC, van de Poll-Franse LV, Krahmer E, Verberne S, Mols F. Analysis of Content Shared in Online Cancer Communities: Systematic Review. JMIR Cancer. 2018 Apr 3;4(1):e6. doi: 10.2196/cancer.7926.

van Roij J, Fransen H, van de Poll-Franse L, Zijlstra M, Raijmakers N. Measuring health-related quality of life in patients with advanced cancer: a systematic review of self-administered measurement instruments. Qual Life Res. 2018 Feb 10. doi: 10.1007/s11136-018-1809-4. [Epub ahead of print]

Walshe C, Roberts D. Peer support for people with advanced cancer: a systematically constructed scoping review of quantitative and qualitative evidence. Curr Opin Support Palliat Care. 2018 Sep;12(3):308-322. doi: 10.1097/SPC.0000000000000370.

Wang T, Molassiotis A, Chung BPM, Tan JY. Unmet care needs of advanced cancer patients and their informal caregivers: a systematic review. BMC Palliat Care. 2018 Jul 23;17(1):96. doi: 10.1186/s12904-018-0346-9.

Wardill HR, Van Sebille YZA, Ciorba MA, Bowen JM. Prophylactic probiotics for cancer therapy-induced diarrhoea: a meta-analysis. Curr Opin Support Palliat Care. 2018 Jun;12(2):187-197. doi: 10.1097/SPC.0000000000000338.

Willig C, Wirth L. A Meta-Synthesis of Studies of Patients' Experience of Living With Terminal Cancer. Health Psychol. 2018 Mar;37(3):228-237. doi: 10.1037/hea0000581. Epub 2018 Jan 25.

Xu X, Luckett T, Wang AY, Lovell M, Phillips JL. Cancer pain management needs and perspectives of patients from Chinese backgrounds: a systematic review of the Chinese and English literature. Palliat Support Care. 2018 Jan 17:1-15. doi: 10.1017/S1478951517001171. [Epub ahead of print]

Yang C, Gong G, Jin E, Han X, Zhuo Y, Yang S, Song B, Zhang Y, Piao C. Topical application of honey in the management of chemo/radiotherapy-induced oral mucositis: A systematic review and network meta-analysis. Int J Nurs Stud. 2018 Aug 23;89:80-87. doi: 10.1016/j.ijnurstu.2018.08.007. [Epub ahead of print]

Zhang F, Shen A, Jin Y, Qiang W. The management strategies of cancer-associated anorexia: a critical appraisal of systematic reviews. BMC Complement Altern Med. 2018 Aug 9;18(1):236. doi: 10.1186/s12906-018-2304-8.

Zimmermann FF, Burrell B, Jordan J. The acceptability and potential benefits of mindfulness-based interventions in improving psychological well-being for adults with advanced cancer: A systematic review. Complement Ther Clin Pract. 2018 Feb;30:68-78. doi: 10.1016/j.ctcp.2017.12.014. Epub 2017 Dec 12.

2017

Ahmed Y, Popovic M, Wan BA, Lam M, Lam H, Ganesh V, Milakovic M, DeAngelis C, Malek L, Chow E. Does gender affect self-perceived pain in cancer patients? -A meta-analysis. Ann Palliat Med. 2017 Dec;6(Suppl 2):S177-S184. doi: 10.21037/apm.2017.08.09. Epub 2017 Sep 12.

Devlin EJ, Denson LA, Whitford HS. Cancer Treatment Side Effects: A Meta-analysis of the Relationship Between Response Expectancies and Experience. J Pain Symptom Manage. 2017 Aug;54(2):245-258.e2. doi: 10.1016/j.jpainsymman.2017.03.017. Epub 2017 May 19.

Dolan RD, McSorley ST, Horgan PG, Laird B, McMillan DC. The role of the systemic inflammatory response in predicting outcomes in patients with advanced inoperable cancer: Systematic review and meta-analysis. Crit Rev Oncol Hematol. 2017 Aug;116:134-146. doi: 10.1016/j.critrevonc.2017.06.002. Epub 2017 Jun 9.

Eskildsen NB, Joergensen CR, Thomsen TG, Ross L, Dietz SM, Groenvold M, Johnsen AT. Patient empowerment: a systematic review of questionnaires measuring empowerment in cancer patients. Acta Oncol. 2017 Feb;56(2):156-165. Epub 2017 Jan 12.

Howell D, Harth T, Brown J, Bennett C, Boyko S. Self-management education interventions for patients with cancer: a systematic review. Support Care Cancer. 2017 Jan 5. [Epub ahead of print]

Lazor T, Tigelaar L, Pole JD, De Souza C, Tomlinson D, Sung L. Instruments to measure anxiety in children, adolescents, and young adults with cancer: a systematic review. Support Care Cancer. 2017 Sep;25(9):2921-2931. doi: 10.1007/s00520-017-3743-3. Epub 2017 Jun 3.

Neo J, Fettes L, Gao W, Higginson IJ, Maddocks M. Disability in activities of daily living among adults with cancer: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Cancer Treat Rev. 2017 Dec;61:94-106. doi: 10.1016/j.ctrv.2017.10.006. Epub 2017 Oct 28.

Puopolo M, Bain E, Agarwal A, Lam M, Chow E, Henry B. Factors and correlates of depression in advanced cancer patients: A scoping review. J Pain Manage. 2017;10(1)67-78. [No Abstract Available].

Santangelo ML, Grifasi C, Criscitiello C, Giuliano M, Calogero A, Dodaro C, Incollingo P, Rupealta N, Candida M, Chiacchio G, Riccio E, Pisani A, Tammaro V, Carlomagno N. Bowel obstruction and peritoneal carcinomatosis in the elderly. A systematic review. Aging Clin Exp Res. 2017 Feb;29(Suppl 1):73-78. Epub 2016 Nov 11.

Sodergren SC, Husson O, Robinson J, Rohde GE, Tomaszewska IM, Vivat B, Dyar R, Darlington AS; EORTC Quality of Life Group. Systematic review of the health-related quality of life issues facing adolescents and young adults with cancer. Qual Life Res. 2017 Jul;26(7):1659-1672. doi: 10.1007/s11136-017-1520-x. Epub 2017 Mar 1.

Stukan M. Drainage of malignant ascites: patient selection and perspectives. Cancer Manag Res. 2017 Apr 12;9:115-130. eCollection 2017.

Thorn H, Uhrenfeldt L. Experiences of non-specialist nurses caring for patients and their significant others undergoing transitions during palliative end-of-life cancer care: A systematic review. JBI Database System Rev Implement Rep. 2017 Jun;15(6):1711-1746. doi: 10.11124/JBISRIR-2016-003026.

Walsh D, Davis M, Ripamonti C, Bruera E, Davies A, Molassiotis A. 2016 Updated MASCC/ESMO consensus recommendations: Management of nausea and vomiting in advanced cancer. Support Care Cancer. 2017 Jan;25(1):333-340. Epub 2016 Aug 17.

2016

Escalante CP, Chang YC, Liao K, Rouleau T, Halm J, Bossi P, Bhadriraju S, Brito-Dellan N, Sahai S, Yusuf SW, Zalpour A, Elting LS; Epidemiology Section of the Mucositis Study Group of the Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer, 2013. Meta-analysis of cardiovascular toxicity risks in cancer patients on selected targeted agents. Support Care Cancer. 2016 Sep;24(9):4057-74. doi: 10.1007/s00520-016-3310-3. Epub 2016 Jun 25.

García-Rueda N, Carvajal Valcárcel A, Saracíbar-Razquin M, Arantzamendi Solabarrieta M. The experience of living with advanced-stage cancer: a thematic synthesis of the literature. Eur J Cancer Care (Engl). 2016 Jul;25(4):551-69.Epub 2016 Jun 14.

Health Quality Ontario. Vertebral Augmentation Involving Vertebroplasty or Kyphoplasty for Cancer-Related Vertebral Compression Fractures: A Systematic Review. Ont Health Technol Assess Ser. 2016 May 1;16(11):1-202. eCollection 2016.

Lee JL, Leong LP, Lim SL. Nutrition intervention approaches to reduce malnutrition in oncology patients: a systematic review. Support Care Cancer. 2016 Jan;24(1):469-80. Epub 2015 Sep 24.

Roberto A, Deandrea S, Greco MT, Corli O, Negri E, Pizzuto M, Ruggeri F. Prevalence of Neuropathic Pain in Cancer Patients: Pooled Estimates From a Systematic Review of Published Literature and Results From a Survey Conducted in 50 Italian Palliative Care Centers. J Pain Symptom Manage. 2016 Jun;51(6):1091-1102.e4. Epub 2016 Mar 25.

Santos Salas A, Fuentes Contreras J, Armijo-Olivo S, Saltaji H, Watanabe S, Chambers T, Walter L, Cummings GG. Non-pharmacological cancer pain interventions in populations with social disparities: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Support Care Cancer. 2016 Feb;24(2):985-1000. Epub 2015 Nov 10.

Stapleton SJ, Holden J, Epstein J, Wilkie DJ. A Systematic Review of the Symptom Distress Scale in Advanced Cancer Studies. Cancer Nurs. 2016 Jul-Aug;39(4):E9-E23.

Tassinari D, Drudi F, Monterubbianesi MC, Stocchi L, Ferioli I, Marzaloni A, Tamburini E, Sartori S. Early Palliative Care in Advanced Oncologic and Non-Oncologic Chronic Diseases: A Systematic Review of Literature. Rev Recent Clin Trials. 2016;11(1):63-71.

Van Beek K, Siouta N, Preston N, Hasselaar J, Hughes S, Payne S, Radbruch L, Centeno C, Csikos A, Garralda E, van der Eerden M, Hodiamont F, Radvanyi I, Menten J. To what degree is palliative care integrated in guidelines and pathways for adult cancer patients in Europe: a systematic literature review. BMC Palliat Care. 2016 Mar 3;15:26.

van Eechoud IJ, Grypdonck M, Beeckman D, Van Lancker A, Van Hecke A, Verhaeghe S. Oncology health workers' views and experiences on caring for ethnic minority patients: A mixed method systematic review. Int J Nurs Stud. 2016 Jan;53:379-98. Epub 2015 Sep 15.

Wakefield CE, Butow PN, Aaronson NA, Hack TF, Hulbert-Williams NJ, Jacobsen PB, International Psycho-Oncology Society Research Committee. Patient-reported depression measures in cancer: A meta-review. Lancet Psychiatry. 2015 Jul;2(7):635-47. doi: 10.1016/S2215-0366(15)00168-6. Epub 2015 Jun 30.

Zweers D, de Graaf E, Teunissen SC. Non-pharmacological nurse-led interventions to manage anxiety in patients with advanced cancer: A systematic literature review. Int J Nurs Stud. 2016 Apr;56:102-13. Epub 2015 Nov 10.

2015

Adam R, Bond C, Murchie P. Educational interventions for cancer pain. A systematic review of systematic reviews with nested narrative review of randomized controlled trials. Patient Educ Couns.2015 Mar;98(3):269-82 Epub 2014 Nov 18.

Archer S, Buxton S, Sheffield D. The effect of creative psychological interventions on psychological outcomes for adult cancer patients: a systematic review of randomised controlled trials. Psychooncology. 2015 Jan;24(1):1-10.

Boland J, Currow DC, Wilcock A, Tieman J, Hussain JA, Pitsillides C, Abernethy AP, Johnson MJ. A Systematic Review of Strategies Used to Increase Recruitment of People With Cancer or Organ Failure Into Clinical Trials: Implications for Palliative Care Research. J Pain Symptom Manage. 2015 Apr;49(4):762-772.e5.

Clarke G, Johnston S, Corrie P, Kuhn I, Barclay S. Withdrawal of anticancer therapy in advanced disease: a systematic literature review. BMC Cancer. 2015 Nov 11;15(1):892.

Henson LA, Gao W, Higginson IJ, Smith M, Davies JM, Ellis-Smith C, Daveson BA. Emergency department attendance by patients with cancer in their last month of life: a systematic review and meta-analysis. J Clin Oncol. 2015 Feb 1;33(4):370-6. Epub 2014 Dec 22.

Rogríguez D, Urrutia G, Escobar Y, Moya J, Murillo M. Efficacy and Safety of Oral or Nasal Fentanyl for Treatment of Breakthrough Pain in Cancer Patients: A Systematic Review. J Pain Palliat Care Pharmacother. 2015 Sep;29(3):228-46.

Salakari MR, Surakka T, Nurminen R, Pylkkänen L. Effects of rehabilitation among patients with advanced cancer: a systematic review. Acta Oncol. 2015 May;54(5):618-28.Epub 2015 Mar 9.

Schildmann J, Baumann A, Cakar M, Salloch S, Vollmann J. Decisions about Limiting Treatment in Cancer Patients: A Systematic Review and Clinical Ethical Analysis of Reported Variables.  J Palliat Med. 2015 Oct;18(10):884-92. Epub 2015 Aug 6.

Schmidt-Hansen M, Bromham N, Taubert M, Arnold S, Hilgart JS. Buprenorphine for treating cancer pain. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2015 Mar 31;3:CD009596.

Spathis A, Booth S, Grove S, Hatcher H, Kuhn I, Barclay S. Teenage and Young Adult Cancer-Related Fatigue Is Prevalent, Distressing, and Neglected: It Is Time to Intervene. A Systematic Literature Review and Narrative Synthesis. J Adolesc Young Adult Oncol. 2015 Mar 1;4(1):3-17.

Traa MJ, De Vries J, Bodenmann G, Den Oudsten BL. Dyadic coping and relationship functioning in couples coping with cancer: a systematic review. Br J Health Psychol. 2015 Feb;20(1):85-114. Epub 2014 Mar 15.

Vargas-Bermúdez A, Cardenal F, Porta-Sales J. Opioids for the Management of Dyspnea in Cancer Patients: Evidence of the Last 15 Years-A Systematic Review. J Pain Palliat Care Pharmacother. 2015 Dec;29(4):341-52. Epub 2015 Nov 2.

2014

Applebaum AJ, Kolva EA, Kulikowski JR, Jacobs JD, DeRosa A, Lichtenthal WG, Olden ME, Rosenfeld B, Breitbart W. Conceptualizing prognostic awareness in advanced cancer: a systematic review. J Health Psychol. 2014 Sep;19(9):1103-19. Epub 2013 Oct 24.

Beynon T, Radcliffe E, Child F, Orlowska D, Whittaker S, Lawson S, Selman L, Harding R. What are the supportive and palliative care needs of patients with cutaneous T-cell lymphoma and their caregivers? A systematic review of the evidence. Br J Dermatol. 2014 Mar;170(3):599-608.

Deckx L, van den Akker M, Buntinx F. Risk factors for loneliness in patients with cancer: a systematic literature review and meta-analysis. Eur J Oncol Nurs. 2014 Oct;18(5):466-77.Epub 2014 Jun 30.

DiMartino LD, Weiner BJ, Mayer DK, Jackson GL, Biddle AK. Do palliative care interventions reduce emergency department visits among patients with cancer at the end of life? A systematic review. J Palliat Med. 2014 Dec;17(12):1384-99.

Dong ST, Butow PN, Costa DS, Lovell MR, Aga M. Symptom Clusters in Patients With Advanced Cancer: A Systematic Review of Observational Studies. J Pain Symptom Manage. 2014 Apr 2. [Epub ahead of print]

Garcia MK, McQuade J, Lee R, Haddad R, Spano M, Cohen L. Acupuncture for symptom management in cancer care: an update. Curr Oncol Rep. 2014 Dec;16(12):418.

Hökkä M, Kaakinen P, Pölkki T. A systematic review: non-pharmacological interventions in treating pain in patients with advanced cancer. J Adv Nurs. 2014 Sep;70(9):1954-69.

Langton JM, Blanch B, Drew AK, Haas M, Ingham JM, Pearson SA. Retrospective studies of end-of-life resource utilization and costs in cancer care using health administrative data: a systematic review. Palliat Med. 2014 Dec;28(10):1167-96. Epub 2014 May 27.

Lian WL, Pan MQ, Zhou DH, Zhang ZJ. Effectiveness of acupuncture for palliative care in cancer patients: a systematic review. Chin J Integr Med. 2014 Feb;20(2):136-47. doi: 10.1007/s11655-013-1439-1. Epub 2013 Dec 13.

Merz EL, Fox RS, Malcarne VL. Expressive writing interventions in cancer patients: a systematic review. Health Psychol Rev. 2014;8(3):339-61.Epub 2014 Feb 18.

Moens K, Higginson IJ, Harding R; EURO IMPACT. Are there differences in the prevalence of palliative care-related problems in people living with advanced cancer and eight non-cancer conditions? A systematic review. J Pain Symptom Manage. 2014 Oct;48(4):660-77. Epub 2014 May 5.

Robb SL, Hanson-Abromeit D. A review of supportive care interventions to manage distress in young children with cancer and parents. Cancer Nurs. 2014 Jul-Aug;37(4):E1-26.

Zeppetella G, Davies A, Eijgelshoven I, Jansen JP. A network meta-analysis of the efficacy of opioid analgesics for the management of breakthrough cancer pain episodes. J Pain Symptom Manage. 2014 Apr;47(4):772-785.e5.

2013

Applebaum AJ, Breitbart W. Care for the cancer caregiver: a systematic review. Palliat Support Care. 2013 Jun;11(3):231-52. Epub 2012 Oct 10.

Chau I, Casciano R, Willet J, Wang X, Yao JC. Quality of life, resource utilisation and health economics assessment in advanced neuroendocrine tumours: a systematic review. Eur J Cancer Care (Engl). 2013 Nov;22(6):714-25. Epub 2013 Jul 29.

Garcia MK, McQuade J, Haddad R, Patel S, Lee R, Yang P, Palmer JL, Cohen L. Systematic review of acupuncture in cancer care: a synthesis of the evidence. J Clin Oncol. 2013 Mar 1;31(7):952-60. Epub 2013 Jan 22.

von Moos R, Sternberg C, Body JJ, Bokemeyer C. Reducing the burden of bone metastases: Current concepts and treatment options. Support Care Cancer. 2013 Jun;21(6):1773-83. doi: 10.1007/s00520-013-1755-1. Epub 2013 Mar 7.

Walker J, Sawhney A, Hansen CH, Ahmed S, Martin P, Symeonides S, Murray G, Sharpe M. Treatment of depression in adults with cancer: a systematic review of randomized controlled trials. Psychol Med. 2013 Jun 19:1-11.

Wheelwright S, Darlington AS, Hopkinson JB, Fitzsimmons D, White A, Johnson CD. A systematic review of health-related quality of life instruments in patients with cancer cachexia. Support Care Cancer. 2013 Sep;21(9):2625-36. Epub 2013 Jun 25.

2012

Annunziata MA, Giovannini L, Muzzatti B. Assessing the body image: relevance, application and instruments for oncological settings. Support Care Cancer. 2012 May;20(5):901-7.Epub 2011 Dec 12.

Beck M, Wanchai A, Stewart BR, Cormier JN, Armer JM. Palliative care for cancer-related lymphedema: a systematic review. J Palliat Med. 2012 Jul;15(7):821-7. Epub 2012 Jun 4.

Muzzatti B, Annunziata MA. Assessing the social impact of cancer: a review of available tools. Support Care Cancer. 2012 Oct;20(10):2249-57. Epub 2012 Aug 7.

Thavarajah N, Chen E, Zeng L, Bedard G, Di Giovanni J, Lemke M, Lauzon N, Zhou M, Chu D, Chow E. Symptom clusters in patients with metastatic cancer: a literature review. Expert Rev Pharmacoecon Outcomes Res. 2012 Oct;12(5):597-604.

Thewes B, Butow P, Zachariae R, Christensen S, Simard S, Gotay C. Fear of cancer recurrence: a systematic literature review of self-report measures. Psychooncology. 2012 Jun;21(6):571-87. doi: 10.1002/pon.2070. Epub 2011 Oct 21.

Ugolini D, Neri M, Cesario A, Banassi S, Milazzo D, Bennati L, Lapenna L-M, Pasqualetti P. Scientific production in cancer rehabilitation grows higher: a bibliometric analysis. Support Care Cancer. 2012;20:1629-1638. Epub 2011 Sept 9. No article available online.

2011

Kirkova J, Aktas A, Walsh D, Davis MP. Cancer symptom clusters: clinical and research methodology. J Palliat Med. 2011 Oct;14(10):1149-66. Epub 2011 Aug 23.

Maddison AR, Asada Y, Urquhart R. Inequity in access to cancer care: a review of the Canadian literature. Cancer Causes Control. 2011 Mar;22(3):359-66. Epub 2011 Jan 8.

Minton O, Stone PC. Cancer-related fatigue: mechanisms, assessment and treatment in older people. Rev clin Geront. 2011; 21:256-66.

Strohschein FJ, Bergman H, Carnevale FA, Loiselle CG. Patient decision making among older individuals with cancer. Qual Health Res. 2011 Jul;21(7):900-26. Epub 2011 Feb 22.

2010

Askoxylakis V, Thieke C, Pleger ST, Most P, Tanner J, Lindel K, Katus HA, Debus J, Bischof M. Long-term survival of cancer patients compared to heart failure and stroke: a systematic review. BMC Cancer. 2010 Mar 22;10:105.

Bailey LJ, Sanson-Fisher R, Aranda S, D'Este C, Sharkey K, Schofield P. Quality of life research: types of publication output over time for cancer patients, a systematic review. Eur J Cancer Care (Engl). 2010 Sep;19(5):581-8. Epub 2009 Oct 14.

Koutsopoulou S, Papathanassoglou ED, Katapodi MC, Patiraki EI. A critical review of the evidence for nurses as information providers to cancer patients. J Clin Nurs. 2010 Mar;19(5-6):749-65.

Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Collaborative Group. Chemotherapy and supportive care versus supportive care alone for advanced non-small cell lung cancer. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2010 May 12;5:CD007309.

Schofield P, Diggens J, Charleson C, Marigliani R, Jefford M. Effectively discussing complementary and alternative medicine in a conventional oncology setting: communication recommendations for clinicians. Patient Educ Couns. 2010 May;79(2):143-51. Epub 2009 Sep 26.

Vigano A, Piccioni M, Trutschnigg B, Hornby L, Chaudhury P, Kilgour R. Male hypogonadism associated with advanced cancer: a systematic review. Lancet Oncol. 2010 Jul;11(7):679-84. Epub 2010 Jun 10.

2009

Beaton R, Pagdin-Friesen W, Robertson C, Vigar C, Watson H, Harris SR. Effects of exercise intervention on persons with metastatic cancer: a systematic review. Physiother Can. 2009;61(3):141-53.

Bozzetti F, Mori V. Nutritional support and tumour growth in humans: a narrative review of the literature. Clin Nutr. 2009 Jun;28(3):226-30. Epub 2009 Mar 13.

Hughes N, Closs SJ, Clark D. Experiencing cancer in old age: a qualitative systematic review. Qual Health Res. 2009 Aug;19(8):1139-53.

Esther Kim JE, Dodd MJ, Aouizerat BE, Jahan T, Miaskowski C. A review of the prevalence and impact of multiple symptoms in oncology patients. J Pain Symptom Manage. 2009 Apr;37(4):715-36. Epub 2008 Nov 20.

Nausheen B, Gidron Y, Peveler R, Moss-Morris R. Social support and cancer progression: a systematic review. J Psychosom Res. 2009 Nov;67(5):403-15. Epub 2009 Mar 3.

Shahid S, Thompson SC. An overview of cancer and beliefs about the disease in Indigenous people of Australia, Canada, New Zealand and the US. Aust N Z J Public Health. 2009 Apr;33(2):109-18.

Vivar CG, Canga N, Canga AD, Arantzamendi M. The psychosocial impact of recurrence on cancer survivors and family members: a narrative review. J Adv Nurs. 2009 Apr;65(4):724-36. Epub 2009 Feb 9.

2008

Brown JP, Tracy JK. Lesbians and cancer: an overlooked health disparity. Cancer Causes Control. 2008 Dec;19(10):1009-20. Epub 2008 Jun 13.

Kim Y, Given BA. Quality of life of family caregivers of cancer survivors: across the trajectory of the illness. Cancer. 2008 Jun 1;112(11 Suppl):2556-68.

Noble SI, Shelley MD, Coles B, Williams SM, Wilcock A, Johnson MJ; Association for Palliative Medicine for Great Britain and Ireland. Management of venous thromboembolism in patients with advanced cancer: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Lancet Oncol. 2008 Jun;9(6):577-84.

2007

Teunissen SC, Wesker W, Kruitwagen C, de Haes HC, Voest EE, de Graeff A. Symptom prevalence in patients with incurable cancer: a systematic review. J Pain Symptom Manage. 2007 Jul;34(1):94-104. Epub 2007 May 23.

van den Beuken-van Everdingen MH, de Rijke JM, Kessels AG, Schouten HC, van Kleef M, Patijn J. Prevalence of pain in patients with cancer: a systematic review of the past 40 years. Ann Oncol. 2007 Sep;18(9):1437-49. Epub 2007 Mar 12.

2006

Hauser CA, Stockler MR, Tattersall MH. Prognostic factors in patients with recently diagnosed incurable cancer: a systematic review. Support Care Cancer. 2006 Oct;14(10):999-1011. Epub 2006 May 18.

Kirkova J, Davis MP, Walsh D, Tiernan E, O'Leary N, LeGrand SB, Lagman RL, Russell KM. Cancer symptom assessment instruments: a systematic review. J Clin Oncol. 2006 Mar 20;24(9):1459-73. Review. Erratum in: J Clin Oncol. 2006 Jun 20;24(18):2973.

2004

Gysels M, Higginson IJ, National Institute for Clinical Excellence. Improving supportive and palliative care for adults with cancer: research evidence manual. London: Kings college, University of London. 2004 Mar;384pp.

2003

Ross JR, Saunders Y, Edmonds PM, Patel S, Broadley KE, Johnston SR. Systematic review of role of bisphosphonates on skeletal morbidity in metastatic cancer. BMJ. 2003 Aug 30;327(7413):469.

2002

Carr D, Goudas L, Lawrence D, Pirl W, Lau J, DeVine D, Kupelnick B, Miller K. Management of cancer symptoms: pain, depression, and fatigue. Evid Rep Technol Assess (Summ). 2002 Jul;(61):1-5.

Brain: 27 reviews

2023

Koekkoek JAF, van der Meer PB, Pace A, Hertler C, Harrison R, Leeper HE, Forst DA, Jalali R, Oliver K, Philip J, Taphoorn MJB, Dirven L, Walbert T. Palliative care and end-of-life care in adults with malignant brain tumors. Neuro Oncol. 2023 Mar 14;25(3):447-456. doi: 10.1093/neuonc/noac216. Erratum in: Neuro Oncol. 2023 Jan 5;25(1):212.

2022

Byrne A, Torrens-Burton A, Sivell S, Moraes FY, Bulbeck H, Bernstein M, Nelson A, Fielding H. Early palliative interventions for improving outcomes in people with a primary malignant brain tumour and their car Early palliative interventions for improving outcomes in people with a primary malignant brain tumour and their carers.ers. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2022 Jan 6;1(1):CD013440. doi: 10.1002/14651858.CD013440.pub2.

2021

McBain C, Lawrie TA, Rogozińska E, Kernohan A, Robinson T, Jefferies S. Treatment options for progression or recurrence of glioblastoma: a network meta‐analysis. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2021 Jan 05;1:CD013579. doi: 10.1002/14651858.CD013579.pub2

Wu A, Colón GR, Aslakson R Pollom E, Patel CB. Palliative Care Service Utilization and Advance Care Planning for Adult Glioblastoma Patients: A Systematic Review. Cancers. 2021 Jun 8;13(12):2867. doi:10.3390/cancers13122867

Young K, Bowers A, Bradford N. Families' experiences of child and adolescent brain tumor: A systematic review and synthesis of qualitative research. Psychooncology. 2021 Jun 8. doi: 10.1002/pon.5745. Epub ahead of print.

2018

Afseth J, Neubeck L, Karatzias T, Grant R. Holistic needs assessment in brain cancer patients: A systematic review of available tools. Eur J Cancer Care (Engl). 2018 Oct 26:e12931. doi: 10.1111/ecc.12931. [Epub ahead of print]

Kline C, Felton E, Allen IE, Tahir P, Mueller S. Survival outcomes in pediatric recurrent high-grade glioma: results of a 20-year systematic review and meta-analysis. J Neurooncol. 2018 Mar;137(1):103-110. doi: 10.1007/s11060-017-2701-8. Epub 2017 Dec 4.

Pan-Weisz TM, Kryza-Lacombe M, Burkeen J, Hattangadi-Gluth J, Malcarne VL, McDonald CR. Patient-reported health-related quality of life outcomes in supportive-care interventions for adults with brain tumors: A systematic review. Psychooncology. 2018 Oct 2. doi: 10.1002/pon.4906. [Epub ahead of print]

Piil K, Nordentoft S, Larsen A, Jarden M. Bereaved caregivers of patients with high-grade glioma: a systematic review. BMJ Support Palliat Care. 2018 Jan 23. pii: bmjspcare-2017-001386. doi: 10.1136/bmjspcare-2017-001386. [Epub ahead of print]

2017

Gately L, McLachlan SA, Dowling A, Philip J. Life beyond a diagnosis of glioblastoma: a systematic review of the literature. J Cancer Surviv. 2017 Aug;11(4):447-452. doi: 10.1007/s11764-017-0602-7. Epub 2017 Feb 13.

Maqbool T, Agarwal A, Sium A, Trang A, Chung C, Papadakos J. Informational and supportive care needs of brain metastases patients and caregivers: A systematic review. J Cancer Educ. 2017 Dec;32(4):914-923. doi: 10.1007/s13187-016-1030-5.

Pace A, Dirven L, Koekkoek JAF, Golla H, Fleming J, Rudà R, Marosi C, Le Rhun E, Grant R, Oliver K, Oberg I, Bulbeck HJ, Rooney AG, Henriksson R, Pasman HRW, Oberndorfer S, Weller M, Taphoorn MJB; European Association of Neuro-Oncology palliative care task force. European Association for Neuro-Oncology (EANO) guidelines for palliative care in adults with glioma. Lancet Oncol. 2017 Jun;18(6):e330-e340. doi: 10.1016/S1470-2045(17)30345-5.

2016

Applebaum AJ, Kryza-Lacombe M, Buthorn J, DeRosa A, Corner G, Diamond EL. Existential distress among caregivers of patients with brain tumors: a review of the literature Neurooncol Pract. 2016 Dec;3(4):232-244.

King S, Exley J, Parks S, Ball S, Bienkowska-Gibbs T, MacLure C, Harte E, Stewart K, Larkin J, Bottomley A, Marjanovic S. The use and impact of quality of life assessment tools in clinical care settings for cancer patients, with a particular emphasis on brain cancer: insights from a systematic review and stakeholder consultations. Qual Life Res. 2016 Sep;25(9):2245-56. Epub 2016 Apr 2.

Piil K, Juhler M, Jakobsen J, Jarden M. Controlled rehabilitative and supportive care intervention trials in patients with high-grade gliomas and their caregivers: a systematic review. BMJ Support Palliat Care. 2016 Mar;6(1):27-34. Epub 2014 Jun 2.

Song K, Amatya B, Voutier C, Khan F. Advance Care Planning in Patients with Primary Malignant Brain Tumors: A Systematic Review. Front Oncol. 2016 Oct 24;6:223. eCollection 2016.

2014

Koekkoek JAF, Dirven L, Reijneveld JC, Postma TJ, Grant R, Pace A, Oberndorfer S, Heimans JJ, Taphoorn MJ. Epilepsy in the end of life phase of brain tumor patients: a systematic review. Neurooncol Pract. 2014 Sep 1;1(3):134-40.

Walbert T, Khan M. End-of-life symptoms and care in patients with primary malignant brain tumors: a systematic literature review. J Neurooncol.2014 Apr;117(2):217-24.Epub 2014 Feb 13.

2013

Moore G, Collins A, Brand C, Gold M, Lethborg C, Murphy M, Sundararajan V, Philip J. Palliative and supportive care needs of patients with high-grade glioma and their carers: a systematic review of qualitative literature. Patient Educ Couns. 2013 May;91(2):141-53.

Sterckx W, Coolbrandt A, Dierckx de Casterlé B, Van den Heede K, Decruyenaere M, Borgenon S, Mees A, Clement P. The impact of a high-grade glioma on everyday life: a systematic review from the patient's and caregiver's perspective. Eur J Oncol Nurs. 2013 Feb;17(1):107-17. Epub 2012 May 31.

2012

Ford E, Catt S, Chalmers A, Fallowfield L. Systematic review of supportive care needs in patients with primary malignant brain tumors. Neuro Oncol. 2012 Apr;14(4):392-404. Epub 2012 Feb 3.

Nieder C, Astner ST, Grosu AL. Glioblastoma research 2006-2010: pattern of citation and systematic review of highly cited articles. Clin Neurol Neurosurg. 2012 Nov;114(9):1207-10. Epub 2012 Apr 18.

Nieder C, Pawinski A, Dalhaug. A contribution of case reports to brain metastases research: systematic review and analysis of pattern of citation. PLoS One. 2012;7(3):e34300. Epub 2012 Mar 28.

2011

Madsen K, Poulsen HS. Needs for everyday life support for brain tumour patients' relatives: systematic literature review. Eur J Cancer Care (Engl). 2011 Jan;20(1):33-43. doi: 10.1111/j.1365-2354.2010.01184.x

2009

Ownsworth T, Hawkes A, Steginga S, Walker D, Shum D. A biopsychosocial perspective on adjustment and quality of life following brain tumor: a systematic evaluation of the literature. Disabil Rehabil. 2009;31(13):1038-55.

2008

Wong J, Hird A, Kirou-Mauro A, Napolskikh J, Chow E. Quality of life in brain metastases radiation trials: a literature review. Curr Oncol. 2008 Oct;15(5):25-45.

2003

Davies E, Higginson IJ. Communication, information and support for adults with malignant cerebral glioma: a systematic literature review. Support Care Cancer. 2003 Jan;11(1):21-9. Epub 2002 Sep 5.

Breast: 26 reviews

2021

Drageset S, Austrheim G, Ellingsen S. Quality of life of women living with metastatic breast cancer and receiving palliative care: A systematic review. Health Care Women Int. 2021 Apr 2:1-22. doi: 10.1080/07399332.2021.1876063. Epub ahead of print.

2020

Hussain Rawther SC, Pai MS, Fernandes DJ, Mathew S, Chakrabarty J, Devi ES. Specialist nurse initiated interventions in breast cancer care: A systematic review of randomised controlled trials. J Clin Nurs. 2020 Apr 3. doi: 10.1111/jocn.15268. Epub ahead of print.

Nayeri ND, Bakhshi F, Khosravi A, Najafi Z. The effect of complementary and alternative medicines on quality of life in patients with breast cancer: A systematic review. Indian J Palliat Care 2020;26:95-104.

2018

Gebruers N, Camberlin M, Theunissen F, Tjalma W, Verbelen H, Van Soom T, van Breda E. The effect of training interventions on physical performance, quality of life, and fatigue in patients receiving breast cancer treatment: a systematic review. Support Care Cancer. 2018 Oct 9. doi: 10.1007/s00520-018-4490-9. [Epub ahead of print]

Pereira PTVT, Reis AD, Diniz RR, Lima FA, Leite RD, da Silva MCP, Guerra RNM, de Moraes Vieira ÉB, Garcia JBS. Dietary supplements and fatigue in patients with breast cancer: a systematic review. Breast Cancer Res Treat. 2018 Jun 18. doi: 10.1007/s10549-018-4857-0. [Epub ahead of print]

Rich SE, Chow R, Raman S, Liang Zeng K, Lutz S, Lam H, Silva MF, Chow E. Update of the systematic review of palliative radiation therapy fractionation for bone metastases. Radiother Oncol. 2018 Mar;126(3):547-557. doi: 10.1016/j.radonc.2018.01.003. Epub 2018 Feb 1.

Song S, Yu J, Ruan Y, Liu X, Xiu L, Yue X. Ameliorative effects of Tai Chi on cancer-related fatigue: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Support Care Cancer. 2018 Mar 21. doi: 10.1007/s00520-018-4136-y. [Epub ahead of print]

Spronk I, Burgers JS, Schellevis FG, van Vliet LM, Korevaar JC. The availability and effectiveness of tools supporting shared decision making in metastatic breast cancer care: a review. BMC Palliat Care. 2018 May 11;17(1):74. doi: 10.1186/s12904-018-0330-4.

Tang Y, Fu F, Gao H, Shen L, Chi I, Bai Z. Art therapy for anxiety, depression, and fatigue in females with breast cancer: A systematic review. J Psychosoc Oncol. 2018 Nov 13:1-17. doi: 10.1080/07347332.2018.1506855. [Epub ahead of print]

2016

Fairhurst K, Leopardi L, Satyadas T, Maddern G. The safety and effectiveness of liver resection for breast cancer liver metastases: A systematic review. Breast. 2016 Dec;30:175-184. Epub 2016 Oct 18.

2013

Zainal NZ, Booth S, Huppert FA. The efficacy of mindfulness-based stress reduction on mental health of breast cancer patients: a meta-analysis. Psychooncology. 2013 Jul;22(7):1457-65. Epub 2012 Sep 7.

2012

Christensen MH, Petersen LJ. Radionuclide treatment of painful bone metastases in patients with breast cancer: a systematic review. Cancer Treat Rev. 2012 Apr;38(2):164-71.

Harder H, Parlour L, Jenkins V. Randomised controlled trials of yoga interventions for women with breast cancer: a systematic literature review. Support Care Cancer. 2012 Dec;20(12):3055-64. Epub 2012 Oct 6.

Wong MH, Stockler MR, Pavlakis N. Bisphosphonates and other bone agents for breast cancer. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2012 Feb 15;2:CD003474.

2011

Chua TC, Saxena A, Liauw W, Chu F, Morris DL.Hepatic resection for metastatic breast cancer: a systematic review.Eur J Cancer. 2011 Oct;47(15):2282-90. Epub 2011 Jul 7.

Duijts SF, Faber MM, Oldenburg HS, van Beurden M, Aaronson NK. Effectiveness of behavioral techniques and physical exercise on psychosocial functioning and health-related quality of life in breast cancer patients and survivors--a meta-analysis. Psychooncology. 2011 Feb;20(2):115-26. doi: 10.1002/pon.1728.

Ng CG, Boks MP, Zainal NZ, de Wit NJ. The prevalence and pharmacotherapy of depression in cancer patients. J Affect Disord. 2011 Jun;131(1-3):1-7. Epub 2010 Aug 21.

2010

Allen JM. Economic/societal burden of metastatic breast cancer: a US perspective. Am J Manag Care. 2010 Sep;16(9):697-704.

2009

Naaman SC, Radwan K, Fergusson D, Johnson S. Status of psychological trials in breast cancer patients: a report of three meta-analyses. Psychiatry. 2009 Spring;72(1):50-69.

Warren M. Metastatic breast cancer recurrence: a literature review of themes and issues arising from diagnosis. Int J Palliat Nurs. 2009 May;15(5):222-5.

2008

Cruickshank S, Kennedy C, Lockhart K, Dosser I, Dallas L. Specialist breast care nurses for supportive care of women with breast cancer. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2008 Jan 23;(1):CD005634.

2007

Elkan R, Avis M, Cox K, Wilson E, Patel S, Miller S, Deepak N, Edwards C, Staniszewska S, Kai J. The reported views and experiences of cancer service users from minority ethnic groups: a critical review of the literature. Eur J Cancer Care (Engl). 2007 Mar;16(2):109-21.

2006

Tatrow K, Montgomery GH. Cognitive behavioral therapy techniques for distress and pain in breast cancer patients: a meta-analysis. J Behav Med. 2006 Feb;29(1):17-27.  Epub 2006 Jan 7.

2005

Pavlakis N, Schmidt R, Stockler M. Bisphosphonates for breast cancer. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2005 Jul 20;(3):CD003474 [Updated].

Seely D, Mills EJ, Wu P, Verma S, Guyatt GH. The effects of green tea consumption on incidence of breast cancer and recurrence of breast cancer: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Integr Cancer Ther. 2005 Jun;4(2):144-55.

2000

Jacobson JS, Workman SB, Kronenberg F. Research on complementary/alternative medicine for patients with breast cancer: a review of the biomedical literature. J Clin Oncol. 2000 Feb;18(3):668-83.

Colorectal: 24 reviews

2023

Del Nero L, Sheijani AD, De Ceglie A, Bruzzone M, Ceppi M, Filiberti RA, Siersema P, Conio M. A Meta-Analysis of Endoscopic Stenting Versus Surgical Treatment for Malignant Gastric Outlet Obstruction. World J Surg. 2023 Mar 3. doi: 10.1007/s00268-023-06944-3. Epub ahead of print.

2022

Madariaga A, Lau J, Ghoshal A, Dzierżanowski T, Larkin P, Sobocki J, Dickman A, Furness K, Fazelzad R, Crawford GB, Lheureux S. MASCC multidisciplinary evidence-based recommendations for the management of malignant bowel obstruction in advanced cancer. Support Care Cancer. 2022 Mar 10. doi: 10.1007/s00520-022-06889-8. Epub ahead of print.

2021

Kastelijn JB, van der Loos MA, Welsing PM, Dhondt E, Koopman M, Moons LM, Vleggaar FP. Clinical outcomes of biliary drainage of malignant biliary obstruction due to colorectal cancer metastases: A systematic review. Eur J Intern Med. 2021 Apr 27:S0953-6205(21)00104-7. doi: 10.1016/j.ejim.2021.03.032. Epub ahead of print.

2020

Banting SP, Waters PS, Peacock O, Narasimhan V, Lynch AC, McCormick JJ, Warrier SK, Heriot AG. Management of primary and metastatic malignant small bowel obstruction, operate or palliate. A systematic review. ANZ J Surg. 2020 Aug 31. doi: 10.1111/ans.16188. Epub ahead of print.

2019

Santos RP, Fava SMCL, Dázio EMR. Self-care of elderly people with ostomy by colorectal cancer. J Coloproctol (Rio J). 2019. doi.org/10.1016/j.jcol.2019.01.001

Spronk I, Meijers MC, Heins MJ, Francke AL, Elwyn G, van Lindert A, van Dulmen S, van Vliet LM. Availability and effectiveness of decision aids for supporting shared decision making in patients with advanced colorectal and lung cancer: Results from a systematic review. Eur J Cancer Care (Engl). 2019 May;28(3):e13079. doi: 10.1111/ecc.13079. Epub 2019 May 8.

2018

Wang SJ, Hathout L, Malhotra U, Maloney-Patel N, Kilic S, Poplin E, Jabbour SK. Decision-Making Strategy for Rectal Cancer Management Using Radiation Therapy for Elderly or Comorbid Patients. Int J Radiat Oncol Biol Phys. 2018 Mar 15;100(4):926-944. doi: 10.1016/j.ijrobp.2017.12.261.

2017

Chionh F, Lau D, Yeung Y, Price T, Tebbutt N. Oral versus intravenous fluoropyrimidines for colorectal cancer. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2017 Jul 28;7:CD008398. doi: 10.1002/14651858.CD008398.pub2.

Cranley NM, Curbow B, George TJ Jr, Christie J. Influential factors on treatment decision making among patients with colorectal cancer: A scoping review. Support Care Cancer. 2017 Sep;25(9):2943-2951. doi: 10.1007/s00520-017-3763-z. Epub 2017 Jun 6.

Engelhardt EG, Révész D, Tamminga HJ, Punt CJA, Koopman M, Onwuteaka-Philipsen BD, Steyerberg EW, Jansma IP, De Vet HCW, Coupé VMH. Clinical Usefulness of Tools to Support Decision-making for Palliative Treatment of Metastatic Colorectal Cancer: A Systematic Review. Clin Colorectal Cancer. 2017 Jun 24. pii: S1533-0028(17)30148-2. doi: 10.1016/j.clcc.2017.06.007. [Epub ahead of print]

Mosher CE, Winger JG, Given BA, Shahda S, Helft PR. A systematic review of psychosocial interventions for colorectal cancer patients. Support Care Cancer. 2017 Jul;25(7):2349-2362. doi: 10.1007/s00520-017-3693-9. Epub 2017 Apr 22.

Wu W, Yan S, Liao X, Xiao H, Fu Z, Chen L, Mou J, Yu H, Zhao L, Liu X. Curative versus palliative treatments for colorectal cancer with peritoneal carcinomatosis: A systematic review and metaanalysis. Oncotarget. 2017 Oct;8(68):113202-113212.

2016

Ganesh V, Agarwal A, Popovic M, Cella D, McDonald R, Vuong S, Lam H, Rowbottom L, Chan S, Barakat T, DeAngelis C, Borean M1, Chow E, Bottomley A. Comparison of the FACT-C, EORTC QLQ-CR38, and QLQ-CR29 quality of life questionnaires for patients with colorectal cancer: a literature review. Support Care Cancer. 2016 Aug;24(8):3661-8. doi: 10.1007/s00520-016-3270-7. Epub 2016 May 18.

Ge L, Wang YF, Tian JH, Mao L, Zhang J, Zhang JH, Shen XP, Yang KH. Network meta-analysis of Chinese herb injections combined with FOLFOX chemotherapy in the treatment of advanced colorectal cancer. J Clin Pharm Ther. 2016 Aug;41(4):383-91.

Zhou MW, Gu XD, Xiang JB, Chen ZY. Clinical safety and outcomes of laparoscopic surgery versus open surgery for palliative resection of primary tumors in patients with stage IV colorectal cancer: a meta-analysis. Surg Endosc. 2016 May;30(5):1902-10. doi: 10.1007/s00464-015-4409-1. Epub 2015 Aug 18.

2015

Harji DP, Griffiths B, Velikova G, Sagar PM, Brown J. Systematic review of health-related quality of life issues in locally recurrent rectal cancer. J Surg Oncol. 2015 Mar 15;111(4):431-8.

Petrelli F, Coinu A, Ghilardi M, Cabiddu M, Zaniboni A, Barni S. Efficacy of oxaliplatin-based chemotherapy + bevacizumab as first-line treatment for advanced colorectal cancer: a systematic review and pooled analysis of published trials. Am J Clin Oncol. 2015 Apr;38(2):227-33.

2012

Anwar S, Peter MB, Dent J, Scott NA. Palliative excisional surgery for primary colorectal cancer in patients with incurable metastatic disease. Is there a survival benefit? A systematic review. Colorectal Dis. 2012 Aug;14(8):920-30.

2011

Stillwell AP, Ho YH, Veitch C. Systematic review of prognostic factors related to overall survival in patients with stage IV colorectal cancer and unresectable metastases. World J Surg. 2011 Mar;35(3):684-92.

2010

Stillwell AP, Buettner PG, Ho YH. Meta-analysis of survival of patients with stage IV colorectal cancer managed with surgical resection versus chemotherapy alone. World J Surg. 2010 Apr;34(4):797-807.

2009

Beck M, Justham D. Nurses' attitudes towards the sexuality of colorectal patients. Nurs Stand. 2009 Apr 8-14;23(31):44-8.

Tappenden P, Chilcott J, Brennan A, Pilgrim H. Systematic review of economic evidence for the detection, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up of colorectal cancer in the United Kingdom. Int J Technol Assess Health Care. 2009 Oct;25(4):470-8.

2006

de Kort SJ, Willemse PH, Habraken JM, de Haes HC, Willems DL, Richel DJ. Quality of life versus prolongation of life in patients treated with chemotherapy in advanced colorectal cancer: A review of randomized controlled clinical trials. Eur J Cancer. 2006 May;42(7):835-45. Epub 2006 Feb 14.

Golfinopoulos V, Pentheroudakis G, Pavlidis N. Treatment of colorectal cancer in the elderly: a review of the literature. Cancer Treat Rev. 2006 Feb;32(1):1-8. Epub 2005 Dec 5.

Lung: 48 reviews

2023

Umar Z, Haseeb Ul Rasool M, Ashfaq S, Parikh A, Maqsood HA, Hosna AU, Ghallab M, Ahmed N, Khan J, Sandhu JK, Ariyaratnam J, Trandafirescu T. Malignant Airway Obstruction and the Use of Nd:YAG Laser: A Systematic Review on Its Efficacy and Safety. Cureus. 2023 Jan 31;15(1):e34434. doi: 10.7759/cureus.34434.

2021

Chen H, Ishihara M, Horita N, Kazahari H, Ochiai R, Tanzawa S, Honda T, Ichikawa Y, Watanabe K, Seki N. Effect of Adjuvant and Palliative Chemotherapy in Large Cell Neuroendocrine Carcinoma of the Lung: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Cancers (Basel). 2021 Nov 26;13(23):5948. doi: 10.3390/cancers13235948.

Cochrane A, Woods S, Dunne S, Gallagher P. Unmet supportive care needs associated with quality of life for people with lung cancer: A systematic review of the evidence 2007-2020. Eur J Cancer Care (Engl). 2021 Nov 2:e13525. doi: 10.1111/ecc.13525. Epub ahead of print.

Harrison M, Gardiner C, Taylor B, Ejegi-Memeh S, Darlison L. Understanding the palliative care needs and experiences of people with mesothelioma and their family carers: An integrative systematic review. Palliat Med. 2021 Apr 8:2692163211007379. doi: 10.1177/02692163211007379. Epub ahead of print.

2020

Butler SJ, Ellerton L, Gershon AS, Goldstein RS, Brooks D. Comparison of end-of-life care in people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or lung cancer: A systematic review. Palliat Med. 2020 Jun 2:269216320929556. doi: 10.1177/0269216320929556. Epub ahead of print.

Kochovska S, Ferreira DH, Luckett T, Phillips JL, Currow DC. Earlier multidisciplinary palliative care intervention for people with lung cancer: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Transl Lung Cancer Res. 2020 Aug;9(4):1699-1709. doi: 10.21037/tlcr.2019.12.18.

Luckett T, San Martin A, Currow DC, Johnson MJ, Barnes-Harris MM, Phillips JL. A systematic review and meta-analysis of studies comparing burden from lung cancer and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Palliat Med. 2020 Jul 28:269216320940153. doi: 10.1177/0269216320940153. Epub ahead of print.

Singh B, Spence R, Steele ML, Hayes S, Toohey K. Exercise for Individuals With Lung Cancer: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Adverse Events, Feasibility, and Effectiveness. Semin Oncol Nurs. 2020 Oct;36(5):151076. doi: 10.1016/j.soncn.2020.151076. Epub 2020 Sep 30.

2019

Bylicki O, Didier M, Riviere F, Margery J, Grassin F, Chouaid C. Lung cancer and end-of-life care: a systematic review and thematic synthesis of aggressive inpatient care. BMJ Support Palliat Care. 2019 Aug 31. pii: bmjspcare-2019-001770. doi: 10.1136/bmjspcare-2019-001770. [Epub ahead of print]

Kedia SK, Collins A, Dillon PJ, Akkus C, Ward KD, Jackson BM. Psychosocial interventions for informal caregivers of lung cancer patients: A systematic review. Psychooncology. 2019 Nov 8. doi: 10.1002/pon.5271. [Epub ahead of print]

Peddle-McIntyre CJ, Singh F, Thomas R, Newton RU, Galvão DA, Cavalheri V. Exercise training for advanced lung cancer. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2019 Feb 11;2:CD012685. doi: 10.1002/14651858.CD012685.pub2.

Spronk I, Meijers MC, Heins MJ, Francke AL, Elwyn G, van Lindert A, van Dulmen S, van Vliet LM. Availability and effectiveness of decision aids for supporting shared decision making in patients with advanced colorectal and lung cancer: Results from a systematic review. Eur J Cancer Care (Engl). 2019 May;28(3):e13079. doi: 10.1111/ecc.13079. Epub 2019 May 8.

Van Der Weijst L, Lievens Y, Schrauwen W, Surmont V. Health-Related Quality of Life in Advanced Non-small Cell Lung Cancer: A Methodological Appraisal Based on a Systematic Literature Review. Front Oncol. 2019 Aug 12;9:715. doi: 10.3389/fonc.2019.00715. eCollection 2019.

2018

Ambroggi M, Biasini C, Toscani I, Orlandi E, Berte R, Mazzari M, Cavanna L. Can early palliative care with anticancer treatment improve overall survival and patient-related outcomes in advanced lung cancer patients? A review of the literature. Support Care Cancer. 2018 Apr 27. doi: 10.1007/s00520-018-4184-3. [Epub ahead of print]

Geerse OP, Stegmann ME, Kerstjens HAM, Hiltermann TJN, Bakitas M, Zimmermann C, Deal AM, Brandenbarg D, Berger MY, Berendsen AJ. Effects of Shared Decision Making on Distress and Health Care Utilization Among Patients With Lung Cancer: A Systematic Review. J Pain Symptom Manage. 2018 Aug 24. pii: S0885-3924(18)30441-X. doi: 10.1016/j.jpainsymman.2018.08.011. [Epub ahead of print]

Papadopoulos D, Papadoudis A, Kiagia M, Syrigos K. Nonpharmacologic Interventions for Improving Sleep Disturbances in Patients With Lung Cancer: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. J Pain Symptom Manage. 2018 May;55(5):1364-1381.e5. doi: 10.1016/j.jpainsymman.2017.12.491. Epub 2018 Jan 6.

Song S, Yu J, Ruan Y, Liu X, Xiu L, Yue X. Ameliorative effects of Tai Chi on cancer-related fatigue: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Support Care Cancer. 2018 Mar 21. doi: 10.1007/s00520-018-4136-y. [Epub ahead of print]

Stone CJL, Vaid HM, Selvam R, Ashworth A, Robinson A, Digby GC. Multidisciplinary Clinics in Lung Cancer Care: A Systematic Review. Clin Lung Cancer. 2018 Jul;19(4):323-330.e3. doi: 10.1016/j.cllc.2018.02.001. Epub 2018 Feb 21.

2017

Granger CL, Connolly B, Denehy L, Hart N, Antippa P, Lin KY, Parry SM. Understanding factors influencing physical activity and exercise in lung cancer: a systematic review. Support Care Cancer. 2017 Mar;25(3):983-999. doi: 10.1007/s00520-016-3484-8. Epub 2016 Nov 29.

Jin J, Hu K, Zhou Y, Li W. Clinical utility of the modified Glasgow prognostic score in lung cancer: A meta-analysis. PLoS One. 2017 Sep 8;12(9):e0184412. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0184412. eCollection 2017.

Youroukou A, Gkiozos I, Kalaitzi Z, Tsalafoutas I, Papalla K, Charpidou A, Kouloulias V. The potential role of brachytherapy in the irradiation of patients with lung cancer: a systematic review. Clin Transl Oncol. 2017 Aug;19(8):945-950. doi: 10.1007/s12094-017-1635-0. Epub 2017 Mar 2.

2016

Ball H, Moore S, Leary A. A systematic literature review comparing the psychological care needs of patients with mesothelioma and advanced lung cancer. Eur J Oncol Nurs. 2016 Dec;25:62-67. Epub 2016 Oct 12.

2015

Schmidt K, Damm K, Prenzler A, Golpon H, Welte T. Preferences of lung cancer patients for treatment and decision-making: a systematic literature review. Eur J Cancer Care (Engl). 2016 Jul;25(4):580-91. Epub 2015 Dec 17.

Stevens R, Macbeth F, Toy E, Coles B, Lester JF. Palliative radiotherapy regimens for patients with thoracic symptoms from non-small cell lung cancer. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2015 Jan 14;1:CD002143. CD002143.pub4.

2013

Maguire R, Papadopoulou C, Kotronoulas G, Simpson MF, McPhelim J, Irvine L. A systematic review of supportive care needs of people living with lung cancer. Eur J Oncol Nurs. 2013 Aug;17(4):449-64.Epub 2012 Dec 14.

Chu D, Nguyen J, Koo K, Zeng L, Bedard G, Lam H, Wong E, Popovic M, Chow E. An update on the quality of life measurements in lung cancer patients receiving palliative radiotherapy: A literature review. World J Oncol. 2013 Jan; 4(2):67-73.

2012

Lopez-Olivo MA, Shah NA, Pratt G, Risser JM, Symanski E, Suarez-Almazor ME. Bisphosphonates in the treatment of patients with lung cancer and metastatic bone disease: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Support Care Cancer. 2012 Nov;20(11):2985-98. Epub 2012 Sep 7.

Rowland C, Eiser C, Rowe R, Danson S. The effect of smoking on health-related quality of life in lung cancer patients: a systematic review. BMJ Support Palliat Care. 2012 Dec;2(4):312-8.Epub 2012 Oct 12.

2011

Calman L, Beaver K, Hind D, Lorigan P, Roberts C, Lloyd-Jones M. Survival benefits from follow-up of patients with lung cancer: a systematic review and meta-analyss. J Thorac Oncol. 2011 Dec;6(12):1993-2004.

Fritz H, Kennedy D, Fergusson D, Fernandes R, Cooley K, Seely A, Sagar S, Wong R, Seely D. Selenium and lung cancer: a systematic review and meta analysis. PLoS One. 2011;6(11):e26259. Epub 2011 Nov 4.

Rueda JR, Solà I, Pascual A, Subirana Casacuberta M. Non-invasive interventions for improving well-being and quality of life in patients with lung cancer. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2011 Sep 7;9:CD004282.

2010

Jack B, Boland A, Dickson R, Stevenson J, McLeod C. Best supportive care in lung cancer trials is inadequately described: a systematic review. Eur J Cancer Care (Engl). 2010 May;19(3):293-301. Epub 2009 Jul 29.

Loveman E, Jones J, Hartwell D, Bird A, Harris P, Welch K, Clegg A. The clinical effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of topotecan for small cell lung cancer: a systematic review and economic evaluation. Health Technol Assess. 2010 Mar;14(19):1-204.

Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Collaborative Group. Chemotherapy and supportive care versus supportive care alone for advanced non-small cell lung cancer. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2010 May 12;5:CD007309.

2009

Sculier JP, Moro-Sibilot D. First- and second-line therapy for advanced nonsmall cell lung cancer. Eur Respir J. 2009 Apr;33(4):915-30.

2008

Cardona AF, Reveiz L, Ospina EG, Ospina V, Yepes A. Palliative endobronchial brachytherapy for non-small cell lung cancer. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2008 Apr 16;(2):CD004284.

Coory M, Gkolia P, Yang IA, Bowman RV, Fong KM. Systematic review of multidisciplinary teams in the management of lung cancer. Lung Cancer. 2008 Apr;60(1):14-21. Epub 2008 Mar 4.

NSCLC Meta-Analyses Collaborative Group. Chemotherapy in addition to supportive care improves survival in advanced non-small-cell lung cancer: a systematic review and meta-analysis of individual patient data from 16 randomized controlled trials. J Clin Oncol. 2008 Oct 1;26(28):4617-25.

2006

Kvale PA. Chronic cough due to lung tumors: ACCP evidence-based clinical practice guidelines. Chest. 2006 Jan;129(1 Suppl):147S-153S.

Lester JF, Macbeth FR, Toy E, Coles B. Palliative radiotherapy regimens for non-small cell lung cancer. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2006 Oct 18;(4):CD002143.

Solano JP, Gomes B, Higginson IJ. A comparison of symptom prevalence in far advanced cancer, AIDS, heart disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and renal disease. J Pain Symptom Manage. 2006 Jan;31(1):58-69.

2004

Earle CC. Outcomes research in lung cancer. J Natl Cancer Inst Monogr. 2004;(33):56-77.

Sola I, Thompson E, Subirana M, Lopez C, Pascual A. Non-invasive interventions for improving well-being and quality of life in patients with lung cancer. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2004 Oct 18;(4):CD004282.

2003

Griffin JP, Nelson JE, Koch KA, Niell HB, Ackerman TF, Thompson M, Cole FH Jr; American College of Chest Physicians. End-of-life care in patients with lung cancer. Chest. 2003 Jan;123(1 Suppl):312S-331S.

Kvale P, Simoff M, Prakash UB, American College of Chest Physicians. Lung cancer. Palliative care. Chest. 2003 Jan;123(1 suppl):284S-311S.

Toy E, Macbeth F, Coles B, Melville A, Eastwood A. Palliative thoracic radiotherapy for non-small-cell lung cancer: a systematic review. Am J Clin Oncol. 2003 Apr;26(2):112-20.

2000

Cooley ME. Symptoms in adults with lung cancer: a systematic research review. J Pain Symptom Manage. 2000 Feb;19(2): 137-53.

1998

Montazeri A, Gillis CR, McEwen J. Quality of life in patients with lung cancer: a review of literature from 1970 to 1995. Chest. 1998 Feb;113(2):467-81.

Melanoma: 5 reviews

2020

Fu H, Teleni L, Crichton M, Chan RJ. Supportive care and unmet needs in patients with melanoma: a mixed-methods systematic review. Support Care Cancer. 2020 Apr 27. doi: 10.1007/s00520-020-05464-3. Epub ahead of print.

2019

Bougea A, Spantideas N, Katoulis A, Stefanis L. Levodopa-induced skin disorders in patients with Parkinson disease: a systematic literature review approach. Acta Neurol Belg. 2019 Sep;119(3):325-336. doi: 10.1007/s13760-019-01195-3. Epub 2019 Jul 23.

2017

Aguado-Romeo MJ, Benot-López S, Romero-Tabares A. Electrochemotherapy for the Treatment of Unresectable Locoregionally Advanced Cutaneous Melanoma: A Systematic Review. [Article in English, Spanish] Actas Dermosifiliogr. 2017 Mar;108(2):91-97. Epub 2016 Oct 18.

Austin E, Mamalis A, Ho D, Jagdeo J. Laser and light-based therapy for cutaneous and soft-tissue metastases of malignant melanoma: a systematic review. Arch Dermatol Res. 2017 May;309(4):229-242. Epub 2017 Mar 17.

2008

Cashin RP, Lui P, Machado M, Hemels ME, Corey-Lisle PK, Einarson TR. Advanced cutaneous malignant melanoma: a systematic review of economic and quality-of-life studies. Value Health. 2008 Mar-Apr;11(2):259–271. doi: 10.1111/j.1524-4733.2007.00243.x.

Other: 86 reviews

2022

Alnaeem MM, Bawadi HA. Systematic Review and Meta-Synthesis about Patients with Hematological Malignancy and Palliative Care. Asian Pac J Cancer Prev. 2022 Sep 1;23(9):2881-2890. doi: 10.31557/APJCP.2022.23.9.2881.

Giammalva GR, Ferini G, Torregrossa F, Brunasso L, Musso S, Benigno UE, Gerardi RM, Bonosi L, Costanzo R, Paolini F, Palmisciano P, Umana GE, Di Bonaventura R, Sturiale CL, Iacopino DG, Maugeri R. The Palliative Care in the Metastatic Spinal Tumors. A Systematic Review on the Radiotherapy and Surgical Perspective. Life (Basel). 2022 Apr 12;12(4):571. doi: 10.3390/life12040571.

Perna A, Smakaj A, Vitiello R, Velluto C, Proietti L, Tamburrelli FC, Maccauro G. Posterior Percutaneous Pedicle Screws Fixation Versus Open Surgical Instrumented Fusion for Thoraco-Lumbar Spinal Metastases Palliative Management: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. Front Oncol. 2022 Apr 4;12:884928. doi: 10.3389/fonc.2022.884928.

Vornhülz M, Anton S, Eross B, Szakács Z, Hegyi P, Regel I, Belka C, Niyazi M, Mayerle J, Beyer G. Role of stereotactic body radiation in the enhancement of the quality of life in locally advanced pancreatic adenocarcinoma: a systematic review. Radiat Oncol. 2022 Jun 17;17(1):108. doi: 10.1186/s13014-022-02076-5.

2021

Mantziari S, Teixeira Farinha H, Bouygues V, Vignal JC, Deswysen Y, Demartines N, Schäfer M, Piessen G. Esophageal Cancer in Elderly Patients, Current Treatment Options and Outcomes; A Systematic Review and Pooled Analysis. Cancers (Basel). 2021 Apr 27;13(9):2104. doi: 10.3390/cancers13092104.

2020

Crawford R, Sully K, Conroy R, Johnson C, Doward L, Bell T, Welch V, Peloquin F, Gater A. Patient-Centered Insights on Treatment Decision Making and Living with Acute Myeloid Leukemia and Other Hematologic Cancers. Patient. 2020 Feb;13(1):83-102. doi: 10.1007/s40271-019-00384-9.

Dowling M, Fahy P, Houghton C, Smalle M. A qualitative evidence synthesis of healthcare professionals' experiences and views of palliative care for patients with a haematological malignancy. Eur J Cancer Care (Engl). 2020 Sep 9. doi: 10.1111/ecc.13316. Epub ahead of print.

Ge X, Tong H, Song Y, He H, Li S, Hong J, Wang W. The caring experience and supportive care needs of male partners for women with gynaecologic cancer: A qualitative literature review. J Clin Nurs. 2020 Sep 19. doi: 10.1111/jocn.15501. Epub ahead of print. 

Tanzi S, Venturelli F, Luminari S, Merlo FD, Braglia L, Bassi C, Costantini M. Early palliative care in haematological patients: a systematic literature review. BMJ Support Palliat Care. 2020 Oct 14:bmjspcare-2020-002386. doi: 10.1136/bmjspcare-2020-002386. Epub ahead of print.

Uijen MJM, Lassche G, van Engen-van Grunsven ACH, Tada Y, Verhaegh GW, Schalken JA, Driessen CML, van Herpen CML. Systemic therapy in the management of recurrent or metastatic salivary duct carcinoma: A systematic review. Cancer Treat Rev. 2020 Sep;89:102069. doi: 10.1016/j.ctrv.2020.102069. Epub 2020 Jul 15.

van Kleef JJ, Ter Veer E, van den Boorn HG, Schokker S, Ngai LL, Prins MJ, Mohammad NH, van de Poll-Franse LV, Zwinderman AH, van Oijen MGH, Sprangers MAG, van Laarhoven HWM. Quality of Life During Palliative Systemic Therapy for Esophagogastric Cancer: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. J Natl Cancer Inst. 2020 Jan 1;112(1):12-29. doi: 10.1093/jnci/djz133.

2019

Lancellotta V, Cellini F, Fionda B, De Sanctis V, Vidali C, Fusco V, Barbera F, Gambacorta MA, Corvò R, Magrini SM, Tagliaferri L. The role of palliative interventional radiotherapy (brachytherapy) in esophageal cancer: An AIRO (Italian Association of Radiotherapy and Clinical Oncology) systematic review focused on dysphagia-free survival. Brachytherapy. 2019 Oct 18. pii: S1538-4721(19)30583-5. doi: 10.1016/j.brachy.2019.09.005. [Epub ahead of print]

Shunmugasundaram C, Rutherford C, Butow PN, Sundaresan P, Dhillon HM. Content comparison of unmet needs self-report measures used in patients with head and neck cancer: A systematic review. Psychooncology. 2019 Oct 26. doi: 10.1002/pon.5257. [Epub ahead of print]

Sørensen ST, Kirkegaard AO, Carreon L, Rousing R, Andersen MØ. Vertebroplasty or kyphoplasty as palliative treatment for cancer-related vertebral compression fractures: a systematic review. Spine J. 2019 Feb 26. pii: S1529-9430(19)30073-7. doi: 10.1016/j.spinee.2019.02.012. [Epub ahead of print]

2018

Beesley VL, Alemayehu C, Webb PM. A systematic literature review of the prevalence of and risk factors for supportive care needs among women with gynaecological cancer and their caregivers. Support Care Cancer. 2018 Mar;26(3):701-710. doi: 10.1007/s00520-017-3971-6. Epub 2017 Dec 4.

Bosshard R, O'Reilly K, Ralston S, Chadda S, Cork D. Systematic reviews of economic burden and health-related quality of life in patients with acute myeloid leukemia. Cancer Treat Rev. 2018 Jul 18;69:224-232. doi: 10.1016/j.ctrv.2018.07.005. [Epub ahead of print]

Giusti R, Bossi P, Mazzotta M, Filetti M, Iacono D, Marchetti P. The use of fentanyl in pain management in head and neck cancer patients: a narrative review. Br J Pain. 2018 Aug;12(3):155-162. doi: 10.1177/2049463717736787. Epub 2017 Oct 10.

Greco E, Simic T, Ringash J, Tomlinson G, Inamoto Y, Martino R. Dysphagia Treatment for Patients With Head and Neck Cancer Undergoing Radiation Therapy: A Meta-analysis Review. Int J Radiat Oncol Biol Phys. 2018 Jun 1;101(2):421-444. doi: 10.1016/j.ijrobp.2018.01.097. Epub 2018 Feb 6.

Lu F, Dong J, Tang Y, Huang H, Liu H, Song L, Zhang, K. Bilateral vs. unilateral endoscopic ultrasound-guided celiac plexus neurolysis for abdominal pain management in patients with pancreatic malignancy: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Support Care Cancer. 2018 Feb;26(2):353-359. doi: 10.1007/s00520-017-3888-0. Epub 2017 Sep 27.

Moreno-Alonso D, Porta-Sales J, Monforte-Royo C, Trelis-Navarro J, Sureda-Balari A, Fernandez De Sevilla-Ribosa A. Palliative care in patients with haematological neoplasms: An integrative systematic review. Palliat Med. 2018 Jan;32(1):79-105. doi: 10.1177/0269216317735246. Epub 2017 Nov 13.

Mudumbi SK, Bourgeois CE, Hoppman NA, Smith CH, Verma M, Bakitas MA, Brown CJ, Markland AD. Palliative Care and Hospice Interventions in Decompensated Cirrhosis and Hepatocellular Carcinoma: A Rapid Review of Literature. J Palliat Med. 2018 Apr 26. doi: 10.1089/jpm.2017.0656. [Epub ahead of print]

Paterson C, Jensen BT, Jensen JB, Nabi G. Unmet informational and supportive care needs of patients with muscle invasive bladder cancer: A systematic review of the evidence. Eur J Oncol Nurs. 2018 Aug;35:92-101. doi: 10.1016/j.ejon.2018.05.006. Epub 2018 Jun 30.

Peng JK, Hepgul N, Higginson IJ, Gao W. Symptom prevalence and quality of life of patients with end-stage liver disease: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Palliat Med. 2018 Oct 22:269216318807051. doi: 10.1177/0269216318807051. [Epub ahead of print]

Pin Y, Paix A, Le Fèvre C, Antoni D, Blondet C, Noël G. A systematic review of palliative bone radiotherapy based on pain relief and retreatment rates. Crit Rev Oncol Hematol. 2018 Mar;123:132-137. doi: 10.1016/j.critrevonc.2018.01.006. Epub 2018 Jan 31.

Qualizza M, Bressan V, Rizzuto A, Stevanin S, Bulfone G, Cadorin L, Ghirotto L. Listening to the voice of patients with head and neck cancer: A systematic review and meta-synthesis. Eur J Cancer Care (Engl). 2018 Oct 4:e12939. doi: 10.1111/ecc.12939. [Epub ahead of print]

Rich SE, Chow R, Raman S, Liang Zeng K, Lutz S, Lam H, Silva MF, Chow E. Update of the systematic review of palliative radiation therapy fractionation for bone metastases. Radiother Oncol. 2018 Mar;126(3):547-557. doi: 10.1016/j.radonc.2018.01.003. Epub 2018 Feb 1.

Seelisch J, Sung L, Kelly MJ, Raybin JL, Beauchemin M, Dvorak CC, Kelly KP, Nieder ML, Noll RB, Thackray J, Ullrich NJ, Cabral S, Dupuis LL, Robinson PD. Identifying clinical practice guidelines for the supportive care of children with cancer: A report from the Children's Oncology Group. Pediatr Blood Cancer. 2018 Sep 26:e27471. doi: 10.1002/pbc.27471. [Epub ahead of print]

Sowerbutts AM, Lal S, Sremanakova J, Clamp A, Todd C, Jayson GC, Teubner A, Raftery AM, Sutton EJ, Hardy L, Burden S. Home parenteral nutrition for patients with inoperable malignant bowel obstruction. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2018 Aug 10;8:CD012812. doi: 10.1002/14651858.CD012812.pub2. [Epub ahead of print]

Tong H, Fan Z, Liu B, Lu T. The benefits of modified FOLFIRINOX for advanced pancreatic cancer and its induced adverse events: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Sci Rep. 2018 Jun 6;8(1):8666

van Deudekom FJ, Klop HG, Hartgrink HH, Boonstra JJ, Lips IM, Slingerland M, Mooijaart SP. Functional and cognitive impairment, social functioning, frailty and adverse health outcomes in older patients with esophageal cancer, a systematic review. J Geriatr Oncol. 2018 Nov;9(6):560-568. doi: 10.1016/j.jgo.2018.03.019. Epub 2018 Apr 19.

Zhou B, Zhan C, Ding Y, Yan S, Zheng S. Role of palliative resection of the primary pancreatic neuroendocrine tumor in patients with unresectable metastatic liver disease: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Onco Targets Ther. 2018 Feb 23;11:975-982. doi: 10.2147/OTT.S158171. eCollection 2018.

2017

Almadi MA, Barkun A, Martel M. Plastic vs. Self-Expandable Metal Stents for Palliation in Malignant Biliary Obstruction: A Series of Meta-Analyses. Am J Gastroenterol. 2017 Feb;112(2):260-273. doi: 10.1038/ajg.2016.512. Epub 2016 Nov 15.

Almond LM, Hodson J, Ford SJ, Gourevitch D, Roberts KJ, Shah T, Isaac J, Desai A. Role of palliative resection of the primary tumour in advanced pancreatic and small intestinal neuroendocrine tumours: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Eur J Surg Oncol. 2017 Oct;43(10):1808-1815. doi: 10.1016/j.ejso.2017.05.016. Epub 2017 May 25.

Bressan V, Bagnasco A, Aleo G, Catania G, Zanini MP, Timmins F, Sasso L. The life experience of nutrition impact symptoms during treatment for head and neck cancer patients: a systematic review and meta-synthesis. Support Care Cancer. 2017 May;25(5):1699-1712. Epub 2017 Feb 15.

Button E, Chan RJ, Chambers S, Butler J, Yates P. A systematic review of prognostic factors at the end of life for people with a hematological malignancy. BMC Cancer. 2017 Mar 23;17(1):213. doi: 10.1186/s12885-017-3207-7.

Chen HL, Shen WQ, Liu K. Radioactive self-expanding stents for palliative management of unresectable esophageal cancer: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Dis Esophagus. 2017 May 1;30(5):1-16. doi: 10.1093/dote/dow010.

Cook O, McIntyre M, Recoche K, Lee S. Experiences of gynecological cancer patients receiving care from specialist nurses: a qualitative systematic review. JBI Database System Rev Implement Rep. 2017 Aug;15(8):2087-2112. doi: 10.11124/JBISRIR-2016-003126.

Cowley A, Bath-Hextall F, Cooper J. Interventions for healthcare professionals, organizations and patients to enhance quality of life for people diagnosed with palliative esophagogastric cancer: a systematic review. JBI Database System Rev Implement Rep. 2017 Mar;15(3):840-852. doi: 10.11124/JBISRIR-2016-003108.

Ferreira EB, Vasques CI, Gadia R, Chan RJ, Guerra EN, Mezzomo LA, De Luca Canto G, Dos Reis PE. Topical interventions to prevent acute radiation dermatitis in head and neck cancer patients: a systematic review. Support Care Cancer. 2017 Mar;25(3):1001-1011. doi: 10.1007/s00520-016-3521-7. Epub 2016 Dec 12.

Moole H, Tathireddy H, Dharmapuri S, Moole V, Boddireddy R, Yedama P, Dharmapuri S, Uppu A, Bondalapati N, Duvvuri A. Success of photodynamic therapy in palliating patients with nonresectable cholangiocarcinoma: A systematic review and meta-analysis. World J Gastroenterol. 2017 Feb 21;23(7):1278-1288.

PEBC’s Ovarian Oncology Guidelines Group. A systematic review of patient values, preferences and expectations for the treatment of recurrent ovarian cancer. Gynecol Oncol. 2017 Jun 7. pii: S0090-8258(17)30895-8. doi: 10.1016/j.ygyno.2017.05.039. [Epub ahead of print]

Simons M. Massuger L. Bruls J. Bulten J. Teerenstra S. Nagtegaal I. Relatively poor survival of mucinous ovarian carcinoma in advanced stage: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Int J Gynecol Cancer. 2017 May;27(4):651-658. doi: 10.1097/IGC.0000000000000932.

Sun L, Zhao F, Zeng Y, Yi C. Risks and benefits of multimodal esophageal cancer treatments: A meta-analysis. Med Sci Monit. 2017 Feb 19;23:889-910.

Wang L, Zhu C, Ma X, Shen K, Li H, Hu Y, Guo L, Zhang J, Li P. Impact of enhanced recovery program on patients with esophageal cancer in comparison with traditional care. Support Care Cancer. 2017 Feb;25(2):381-389. doi: 10.1007/s00520-016-3410-0. Epub 2016 Oct 10.

2016

Albero A, Lopéz JE, Torres A, de la Cruz L, Martín T. Effectiveness of chemotherapy in advanced differentiated thyroid cancer: a systematic review. Endocr Relat Cancer. 2016 Feb;23(2):R71-84.

Button E, Chan R, Chambers S, Butler J, Yates P. Signs, Symptoms, and Characteristics Associated With End of Life in People With a Hematologic Malignancy: A Review of the Literature. Oncol Nurs Forum. 2016 Sep 1;43(5):E178-87.

Cowley A, Evans C, Bath-Hextall F, Cooper J. Patient, nursing and medical staff experiences and perceptions of the care of people with palliative esophagogastric cancer: a systematic review of the qualitative evidence. JBI Database System Rev Implement Rep. 2016 Oct;14(10):134-166.

Hussain Z, Diamantopoulos A, Krokidis M, Katsanos K. Double-layered covered stent for the treatment of malignant oesophageal obstructions: Systematic review and meta-analysis. World J Gastroenterol. 2016 Sep 14;22(34):7841-50.

Kristensen A, Vagnildhaug OM, Grønberg BH, Kaasa S, Laird B, Solheim TS. Does chemotherapy improve health-related quality of life in advanced pancreatic cancer? A systematic review. Crit Rev Oncol Hematol. 2016 Mar;99:286-98. Epub 2016 Jan 15.

Petricone-Westwood D, Lebel S. Being a caregiver to patients with ovarian cancer: A scoping review of the literature. Gynecol Oncol. 2016 Oct;143(1):184-92. Epub 2016 Jul 25.

Ramsenthaler C, Kane P, Gao W, Siegert RJ, Edmonds PM, Schey SA, Higginson IJ. Prevalence of symptoms in patients with multiple myeloma: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Eur J Haematol. 2016 Nov;97(5):416-429. Epub 2016 Sep 6.

Ter Veer E, Haj Mohammad N, van Valkenhoef G, Ngai LL, Mali RM, van Oijen MG, van Laarhoven HW. Second- and third-line systemic therapy in patients with advanced esophagogastric cancer: a systematic review of the literature. Cancer Metastasis Rev. 2016 Sep;35(3):439-56.

2015

Rombouts SJ, Vogel JA, van Santvoort HC, van Lienden KP, van Hillegersberg R, Busch OR, Besselink MG, Molenaar IQ. Systematic review of innovative ablative therapies for the treatment of locally advanced pancreatic cancer. Br J Surg. 2015 Feb;102(3):182-93.

2014

Dai Y, Li C, Xie Y, Liu X, Zhang J, Zhou J, Pan X, Yang S. Interventions for dysphagia in oesophageal cancer. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2014 Oct 30;10:CD005048.

Gurusamy KS, Kumar S, Davidson BR, Fusai G. Resection versus other treatments for locally advanced pancreatic cancer. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2014 Feb 27;2:CD010244.

Kothari G, Foroudi F, Gill S, Corcoran NM, Siva S. Outcomes of stereotactic radiotherapy for cranial and extracranial metastatic renal cell carcinoma: a systematic review. Acta Oncol. 2015 Feb;54(2):148-57. Epub 2014 Aug 20.

Pang X, Wei W, Leng W, Chen Q, Xia H, Chen L, Li R. Radiotherapy for gastric cancer: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Tumour Biol. 2014 Jan;35(1):387-96. Epub 2013 Aug 9.

Steel JL, Bress K, Popichak L, Evans JS, Savkova A, Biala M, Ordos J, Carr BI.  A systematic review of randomized controlled trials testing the efficacy of psychosocial interventions for gastrointestinal cancers. J Gastrointest Cancer. 2014 Jun;45(2):181-9.

2013

Amdal CD, Jacobsen AB, Guren MG, Bjordal K. Patient-reported outcomes evaluating palliative radiotherapy and chemotherapy in patients with oesophageal cancer: a systematic review. Acta Oncol. 2013 May;52(4):679-90. Epub 2012 Nov 28.

Yang J, Zhu L, Wu Z, Wang Y. Chinese herbal medicines for induction of remission in advanced or late gastric cancer. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2013 Apr 30;4:CD005096.

2012

Trilling GM, Cho H, Ugas MA, Saeed S, Katunda A, Jerjes W, Giannoudis P. Spinal metastasis in head and neck cancer. Head Neck Oncol. 2012 Jun 20;4:36.

2011

Howell DA, Shellens R, Roman E, Garry AC, Patmore R, Howard MR. Haematological malignancy: are patients appropriately referred for specialist palliative and hospice care? A systematic review and meta-analysis of published data. Palliat Med. 2011 Sep;25(6):630-41. Epub 2011 Jan 12.

Mitchell AJ, Chan M, Bhatti H, Halton M, Grassi L, Johansen C, Meader N. Prevalence of depression, anxiety, and adjustment disorder in oncological, haematological, and palliative-care settings: a meta-analysis of 94 interview-based studies. Lancet Oncol. 2011 Feb;12(2):160-74. Epub 2011 Jan 19.

van Lonkhuijzen L, Thomas G. Palliative radiotherapy for cervical carcinoma, a systematic review. Radiother Oncol. 2011 Mar;98(3):287-91.

Whistance RN, Blazeby JM. Systematic review: quality of life after treatment for upper gastrointestinal cancer. Curr Opin Support Palliat Care. 2011 Mar;5(1):37-46.

2010

Bensadoun RJ, Riesenbeck D, Lockhart PB, Elting LS, Spijkervet FK, Brennan MT; Trismus Section, Oral Care Study Group, Multinational Association for Supportive Care in Cancer (MASCC)/International Society of Oral Oncology (ISOO). A systematic review of trismus induced by cancer therapies in head and neck cancer patients. Support Care Cancer. 2010 Aug;18(8):1033-8.

Cabibbo G, Enea M, Attanasio M, Bruix J, Craxì A, Cammà C. A meta-analysis of survival rates of untreated patients in randomized clinical trials of hepatocellular carcinoma. Hepatology. 2010 Apr;51(4):1274-83.

Gan T, Wu Z, Tian L, Wang Y. Chinese herbal medicines for induction of remission in advanced or late gastric cancer. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2010 Jan 20;(1):CD005096.

Howell DA, Roman E, Cox H, Smith AG, Patmore R, Garry AC, Howard MR. Destined to die in hospital? Systematic review and meta-analysis of place of death in haematological malignancy. BMC Palliat Care. 2010 Jun 1;9(1):9. [Epub ahead of print]

Keen A, Fitzgerald D, Bryant A, Dickinson HO. Management of drainage for malignant ascites in gynaecological cancer. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2010 Jan 20;(1):CD007794.

Kucukmetin A, Naik R, Galaal K, Bryant A, Dickinson HO. Palliative surgery versus medical management for bowel obstruction in ovarian cancer. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2010 Jul 7;(7):CD007792.

2009

Bartosch-Härlid A, Andersson R. Cachexia in pancreatic cancer – mechanisms and potential intervention. e-SPEN, the European e-Journal of Clinical Nutrition and Metabolism. 2009 Dec;4(6):e337-e343.

Bird J, Hayter M. A review of the literature on the impact of renal cancer therapy on quality of life. J Clin Nurs. 2009 Oct;18(20):2783-800.

Ghahestani SM, Shakhssalim N. Palliative treatment of intractable hematuria in context of advanced bladder cancer: a systematic review. Urol J. 2009 Summer;6(3):149-56.

Gurusamy KS, Pamecha V, Sharma D, Davidson BR. Palliative cytoreductive surgery versus other palliative treatments in patients with unresectable liver metastases from gastro-entero-pancreatic neuroendocrine tumours. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2009 Jan 21;(1):CD007118.

Harris DG, Noble SI. Management of terminal hemorrhage in patients with advanced cancer: a systematic literature review. J Pain Symptom Manage. 2009 Dec;38(6):913-27. Epub.

Sreedharan A, Harris K, Crellin A, Forman D, Everett SM. Interventions for dysphagia in oesophageal cancer. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2009 Oct 7;(4):CD005048. [WITHDRAWN]

2008

Arden-Close E, Gidron Y, Moss-Morris R. Psychological distress and its correlates in ovarian cancer: a systematic review. Psychooncology. 2008 Nov;17(11):1061-72.

Murphy G, Perras C, Desjardins B, Chen S, Moulton K, Jonker D, Perlman K, Pasieka J, Ezzat S, Cripps C, Mensinkai M, Skidmore B. Octreotide for endocrine, oncologic, and gastrointestinal disorders: systematic review and budget impact analysis. [Technology overview number 45]. Ottawa: Canadian Agency for Drugs and Technologies in Health; 2008 Jul;10pp. [462kb pdf]

2007

Noble H, Kelly D, Rawlings-Anderson K, Meyer J. A concept analysis of renal supportive care: the changing world of nephrology. J Adv Nurs. 2007 Sep;59(6):644-53.

2006

Casaretto L, Sousa PL, Mari JJ. Chemotherapy versus support cancer treatment in advanced gastric cancer: a meta-analysis. Braz J Med Biol Res. 2006 Apr;39(4):431-40. Epub 2006 Apr 3.

Jones GL, Ledger W, Bonnett TJ, Radley S, Parkinson N, Kennedy SH. The impact of treatment for gynecological cancer on health-related quality of life (HRQoL): a systematic review. Am J Obstet Gynecol. 2006 Jan;194(1):26-42.

2005

Ok JH, Meyers FJ, Evans CP. Medical and surgical palliative care of patients with urological malignancies. J Urol. 2005 Oct;174(4 pt 1):1177-82.

Shu X, McCulloch M, Xiao H, Broffman M, Gao J. Chinese herbal medicine and chemotherapy in the treatment of hepatocellular carcinoma: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Integr Cancer Ther. 2005 Sep;4(3):219-29.

2004

Ahmed N, Ahmedzai S, Vora V, Harrison S, Paz S. Supportive care for patients with gastrointestinal cancer. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2004(3):CD003445.

Palliative chemotherapy: 55 reviews

2022

Li Z, Wong LCK, Sultana R, Lim HJ, Tan JW, Tan QX, Wong JSM, Chia CS, Ong CJ. A systematic review on quality of life (QoL) of patients with peritoneal metastasis (PM) who underwent pressurized intraperitoneal aerosol chemotherapy (PIPAC). Pleura Peritoneum. 2022 Apr 21;7(2):39-49. doi: 10.1515/pp-2021-0154.

2021

Perrone AM, Ravegnini G, Miglietta S, Argnani L, Ferioli M, De Crescenzo E, Tesei M, Di Stanislao M, Girolimetti G, Gasparre G, Porcelli AM, De Terlizzi F, Zamagni C, Morganti AG, De Iaco P. Electrochemotherapy in Vulvar Cancer and Cisplatin Combined with Electroporation. Systematic Review and In Vitro Studies. Cancers (Basel). 2021 Apr 21;13(9):1993. doi: 10.3390/cancers13091993.

Strojan P, Grošelj A, Serša G, Plaschke CC, Vermorken JB, Nuyts S, de Bree R, Eisbruch A, Mendenhall WM, Smee R, Ferlito A. Electrochemotherapy in Mucosal Cancer of the Head and Neck: A Systematic Review. Cancers (Basel). 2021 Mar 12;13(6):1254. doi: 10.3390/cancers13061254.

2020

Uijen MJM, Lassche G, van Engen-van Grunsven ACH, Tada Y, Verhaegh GW, Schalken JA, Driessen CML, van Herpen CML. Systemic therapy in the management of recurrent or metastatic salivary duct carcinoma: A systematic review. Cancer Treat Rev. 2020 Sep;89:102069. doi: 10.1016/j.ctrv.2020.102069. Epub 2020 Jul 15.

van Kleef JJ, Ter Veer E, van den Boorn HG, Schokker S, Ngai LL, Prins MJ, Mohammad NH, van de Poll-Franse LV, Zwinderman AH, van Oijen MGH, Sprangers MAG, van Laarhoven HWM. Quality of Life During Palliative Systemic Therapy for Esophagogastric Cancer: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. J Natl Cancer Inst. 2020 Jan 1;112(1):12-29. doi: 10.1093/jnci/djz133.

2017

Aguado-Romeo MJ, Benot-López S, Romero-Tabares A. Electrochemotherapy for the Treatment of Unresectable Locoregionally Advanced Cutaneous Melanoma: A Systematic Review. [Article in English, Spanish] Actas Dermosifiliogr. 2017 Mar;108(2):91-97. Epub 2016 Oct 18.

Chionh F, Lau D, Yeung Y, Price T, Tebbutt N. Oral versus intravenous fluoropyrimidines for colorectal cancer. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2017 Jul 28;7:CD008398. doi: 10.1002/14651858.CD008398.pub2.

Moole H, Tathireddy H, Dharmapuri S, Moole V, Boddireddy R, Yedama P, Dharmapuri S, Uppu A, Bondalapati N, Duvvuri A. Success of photodynamic therapy in palliating patients with nonresectable cholangiocarcinoma: A systematic review and meta-analysis. World J Gastroenterol. 2017 Feb 21;23(7):1278-1288.

Schuurhuizen CSEW, Braamse AMJ, Konings IRHM, Sprangers MAG, Ket JCF, Dekker J, Verheul HMW. Does severe toxicity affect global quality of life in patients with metastatic colorectal cancer during palliative systemic treatment? A systematic review. Ann Oncol. 2017 Mar 1;28(3):478-486.

So B, Marcu LG, Olver I, Gowda R, Bezak E. Cocktail without hangover: in search for the optimal chemotherapy in the combined management of non-operable esophageal carcinomas. Acta Oncol. 2017 Jul;56(7):899-908. doi: Epub 2017 Apr 4.

Sun L, Zhao F, Zeng Y, Yi C. Risks and benefits of multimodal esophageal cancer treatments: A meta-analysis. Med Sci Monit. 2017 Feb 19;23:889-910.

Zhou H, Wu W, Tang X, Zhou J, Shen Y. Effect of hyperthermic intrathoracic chemotherapy (HITHOC) on the malignant pleural effusion: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Medicine (Baltimore). 2017 Jan;96(1):e5532.

2016

Albero A, Lopéz JE, Torres A, de la Cruz L, Martín T. Effectiveness of chemotherapy in advanced differentiated thyroid cancer: a systematic review. Endocr Relat Cancer. 2016 Feb;23(2):R71-84.

Ge L, Wang YF, Tian JH, Mao L, Zhang J, Zhang JH, Shen XP, Yang KH. Network meta-analysis of Chinese herb injections combined with FOLFOX chemotherapy in the treatment of advanced colorectal cancer. J Clin Pharm Ther. 2016 Aug;41(4):383-91.

Kristensen A, Vagnildhaug OM, Grønberg BH, Kaasa S, Laird B, Solheim TS. Does chemotherapy improve health-related quality of life in advanced pancreatic cancer? A systematic review. Crit Rev Oncol Hematol. 2016 Mar;99:286-98. Epub 2016 Jan 15.

Kulkarni S, Vella ET, Coakley N, Cheng S, Gregg R, Ung YC, Ellis PM. The Use of Systemic Treatment in the Maintenance of Patients with Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer: A Systematic Review. J Thorac Oncol. 2016 Jul;11(7):989-1002. Epub 2016 Mar 21.

Ter Veer E, Haj Mohammad N, van Valkenhoef G, Ngai LL, Mali RM, van Oijen MG, van Laarhoven HW. Second- and third-line systemic therapy in patients with advanced esophagogastric cancer: a systematic review of the literature. Cancer Metastasis Rev. 2016 Sep;35(3):439-56.

2015

Clarke G, Johnston S, Corrie P, Kuhn I, Barclay S. Withdrawal of anticancer therapy in advanced disease: a systematic literature review. BMC Cancer. 2015 Nov 11;15(1):892.

Petrelli F, Coinu A, Ghilardi M, Cabiddu M, Zaniboni A, Barni S. Efficacy of oxaliplatin-based chemotherapy + bevacizumab as first-line treatment for advanced colorectal cancer: a systematic review and pooled analysis of published trials. Am J Clin Oncol. 2015 Apr;38(2):227-33.

Qi WX, Fu S, Zhang Q, Guo XM. Efficacy and toxicity of molecular targeted therapies in combination with docetaxel for metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer: a meta-analysis of phase III randomized controlled trials. J Chemother. 2015 Jun;27(3):181-7. Epub 2014 Dec 10.

2014

Lorusso D, Petrelli F, Coinu A, Raspagliesi F, Barni S. A systematic review comparing cisplatin and carboplatin plus paclitaxel-based chemotherapy for recurrent or metastatic cervical cancer. Gynecol Oncol. 2014 Apr;133(1):117-23. Epub 2014 Jan 31.

Waller A, Forshaw K, Bryant J, Mair S. Interventions for preparing patients for chemotherapy and radiotherapy: a systematic review. Support Care Cancer. 2014 Aug;22(8):2297-308.Epub 2014 Jun 7.

Winquist E, Al-Rasheedy I, Nichols AC, Palma DA, Stitt L. Temporal changes in the efficacy of chemotherapy for recurrent or metastatic squamous cell carcinoma of the head and neck: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Cancer Treat Rev. 2014 Oct;40(9):1073-9.Epub 2014 Aug 27.

2013

Amdal CD, Jacobsen AB, Guren MG, Bjordal K. Patient-reported outcomes evaluating palliative radiotherapy and chemotherapy in patients with oesophageal cancer: a systematic review. Acta Oncol. 2013 May;52(4):679-90. Epub 2012 Nov 28.

Boons CC, VAN Tulder MW, Burgers JA, Beckeringh JJ, Wagner C, Hugtenburg JG. The value of pemetrexed for the treatment of malignant pleural mesothelioma: a comprehensive review. Anticancer Res. 2013 Sep;33(9):3553-61.

Saylor PJ, Armstrong AJ, Fizazi K, Freedland S, Saad F, Smith MR, Tombal B, Pienta K. New and emerging therapies for bone metastases in genitourinary cancers. Eur Urol. 2013 Feb;63(2):309-20.Epub 2012 Nov 23

2012

Gamper EM, Zabernigg A, Wintner LM, Giesinger JM, Oberguggenberger A, Kemmler G, Sperner-Unterweger B, Holzner B. Coming to your senses: detecting taste and smell alterations in chemotherapy patients. A systematic review. J Pain Symptom Manage. 2012 Dec;44(6):880-95. Epub 2012 Aug 24.

Seely D, Wu P, Fritz H, Kennedy DA, Tsui T, Seely AJ, Mills E. Melatonin as adjuvant cancer care with and without chemotherapy: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized trials. Integr Cancer Ther. 2012 Dec;11(4):293-303. Epub 2011 Oct 21.

Yip WK, Mordiffi SZ, Ang E. Reliability, validity and feasibility of quality of life instruments for adult patients with cancer undergoing chemotherapy: result from a systematic review. Int J Evid Based Healthc. 2012 Mar;10(1):27-52.

2011

Argyriou AA, Marmiroli P, Cavaletti G, Kalofonos HP. Epothilone-induced peripheral neuropathy: a review of current knowledge. J Pain Symptom Manage. 2011 Dec;42(6):931-40.

Bjordal JM, Bensadoun RJ, Tunèr J, Frigo L, Gjerde K, Lopes-Martins RA. A systematic review with meta-analysis of the effect of low-level laser therapy (LLLT) in cancer therapy-induced oral mucositis. Support Care Cancer. 2011 Aug;19(8):1069-77. Epub 2011 Jun 10.

Fritz H, Kennedy D, Fergusson D, Fernandes R, Cooley K, Seely A, Sagar S, Wong R, Seely D. Selenium and lung cancer: a systematic review and meta analysis. PLoS One. 2011;6(11):e26259. Epub 2011 Nov 4.

Kaplan M, Mahon S, Cope D, Keating E, Hill S, Jacobson M. Putting evidence into practice: evidence-based interventions for hot flashes resulting from cancer therapies. Clin J Oncol Nurs. 2011 Apr;15(2):149-57.

Oostendorp LJ, Stalmeier PF, Donders AR, van der Graaf WT, Ottevanger PB. Efficacy and safety of palliative chemotherapy for patients with advanced breast cancer pretreated with anthracyclines and taxanes: a systematic review. Lancet Oncol. 2011 Oct;12(11):1053-61. Epub 2011 May 27.

2010

Azim HA Jr, Peccatori FA, Pavlidis N. Treatment of the pregnant mother with cancer: a systematic review on the use of cytotoxic, endocrine, targeted agents and immunotherapy during pregnancy. Part I: Solid tumors. Cancer Treat Rev. 2010 Apr;36(2):101-9. Epub 2009 Dec 16.

Colagiuri B, Zachariae R. Patient expectancy and post-chemotherapy nausea: a meta-analysis. Ann Behav Med. 2010 Aug;40(1):3-14

Hovan AJ, Williams PM, Stevenson-Moore P, Wahlin YB, Ohrn KE, Elting LS, Spijkervet FK, Brennan MT;Dysgeusia Section, Oral Care Study Group, Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer (MASCC)/International Society of Oral Oncology (ISOO). A systematic review of dysgeusia induced by cancer therapies. Support Care Cancer. 2010 Aug;18(8):1081-7. Epub 2010 May 22.

Stillwell AP, Buettner PG, Ho YH. Meta-analysis of survival of patients with stage IV colorectal cancer managed with surgical resection versus chemotherapy alone. World J Surg. 2010 Apr;34(4):797-807.

2009

Bird J, Hayter M. A review of the literature on the impact of renal cancer therapy on quality of life. J Clin Nurs. 2009 Oct;18(20):2783-800.

Cotter J. Efficacy of crude marijuana and synthetic delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol as treatment for chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting: a systematic literature review. Oncol Nurs Forum. 2009 May 1;36(3):345-352.

Je Y, Schutz FA, Choueiri TK. Risk of bleeding with vascular endothelial growth factor receptor tyrosine-kinase inhibitors sunitinib and sorafenib: a systematic review and meta-analysis of clinical trials. Lancet Oncol. 2009 Sep 18. [Epub ahead of print]

Sohl SJ, Schnur JB, Montgomery GH. A meta-analysis of the relationship between response expectancies and cancer treatment-related side effects. J Pain Symptom Manage. 2009 Nov;38(5):775-84. Epub 2009 Sep 23.

2008

Block KI, Koch AC, Mead MN, Tothy PK, Newman RA, Gyllenhaal C. Impact of antioxidant supplementation on chemotherapeutic toxicity: a systematic review of the evidence from randomized controlled trials. Int J Cancer. 2008 Sep 15;123(6):1227-39.

Lee J, Dodd M, Dibble S, Abrams D. Review of acupressure studies for chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting control. J Pain Symptom Manage. 2008 Nov;36(5):529-44. Epub 2006 Apr 28.

NSCLC Meta-Analyses Collaborative Group. Chemotherapy in addition to supportive care improves survival in advanced non-small-cell lung cancer: a systematic review and meta-analysis of individual patient data from 16 randomized controlled trials. J Clin Oncol. 2008 Oct 1;26(28):4617-25. Epub 2008 Aug 4.

2007

Clarkson JE, Worthington HV, Eden OB. Interventions for treating oral mucositis for patients with cancer receiving treatment. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2007 Apr 18;(2):CD001973.

Richardson J, Smith JE, McCall G, Richardson A, Pilkington K, Kirsch I. Hypnosis for nausea and vomiting in cancer chemotherapy: a systematic review of the research evidence. Eur J Cancer Care (Engl). 2007 Sep;16(5):402-12.

2006

Casaretto L, Sousa PL, Mari JJ. Chemotherapy versus support cancer treatment in advanced gastric cancer: a meta-analysis. Braz J Med Biol Res. 2006 Apr;39(4):431-40. Epub 2006 Apr 3.

de Kort SJ, Willemse PH, Habraken JM, de Haes HC, Willems DL, Richel DJ. Quality of life versus prolongation of life in patients treated with chemotherapy in advanced colorectal cancer: A review of randomized controlled clinical trials. Eur J Cancer. 2006 May;42(7):835-45. Epub 2006 Feb 14.

Dennert G, Horneber M. Selenium for alleviating the side effects of chemotherapy, radiotherapy and surgery in cancer patients. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2006 Jul 19;(3):CD005037.

Ezzo JM, Richardson MA, Vickers A, Allen C, Dibble SL, Issell BF, Lao L, Pearl M, Ramirez G, Roscoe J, Shen J, Shivnan JC, Streitberger K, Treish I, Zhang G. Acupuncture-point stimulation for chemotherapy-induced nausea or vomiting. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2006 Apr 19;(2):CD002285.

Matsuyama R, Reddy S, Smith TJ. Why do patients choose chemotherapy near the end of life? A review of the perspective of those facing death from cancer. J Clin Oncol. 2006 Jul 20;24(21):3490-6

2004

Ross JR, Saunders Y, Edmonds PM, Patel S, Wonderling D, Normand C, Broadley K. A systematic review of the role of bisphosphonates in metastatic disease. Health Technol Assess. 2004;8(4):1-176.

2002

Wong R, Wiffen PJ. Bisphosphonates for the relief of pain secondary to bone metastases. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2002(2):CD002068.

Palliative surgery and stents 80 reviews

2023

Khizar H, Hu Y, Wu Y, Ali K, Iqbal J, Zulqarnain M, Yang J. Efficacy and Safety of Radiofrequency Ablation Plus Stent Versus Stent-alone Treatments for Malignant Biliary Strictures: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. J Clin Gastroenterol. 2023 Apr 1;57(4):335-345. doi: 10.1097/MCG.0000000000001810.

2022

Zeng C, Zhang Y, Yang H, Hong J. Prevention of pancreatitis after stent implantation for distal malignant biliary strictures: systematic review and meta-analysis. Expert Rev Gastroenterol Hepatol. 2022 Jan 21:1-14. doi: 10.1080/17474124.2022.2027239. Epub ahead of print.

Zhao CL, Gu B, Huo XB, Xia FF. I-125 seed-loaded versus normal stent insertion for obstructive esophageal cancer: a meta-analysis. Wideochir Inne Tech Maloinwazyjne. 2021 Dec;16(4):633-640. doi: 10.5114/wiitm.2021.104205. Epub 2021 Mar 8.

2020

Banting SP, Waters PS, Peacock O, Narasimhan V, Lynch AC, McCormick JJ, Warrier SK, Heriot AG. Management of primary and metastatic malignant small bowel obstruction, operate or palliate. A systematic review. ANZ J Surg. 2020 Aug 31. doi: 10.1111/ans.16188. Epub ahead of print.

Gustafson C, Song MK. State of the Science of Palliative Care in Solid Organ Transplantation. Prog Transplant. 2020 Sep 15:1526924820958156. doi: 10.1177/1526924820958156. Epub ahead of print.

Jin M, Shen F, Li M, Chen Y. Palliative treatment for bowel obstruction in ovarian cancer: a meta-analysis. Arch Gynecol Obstet. 2020 Jul;302(1):241-248. doi: 10.1007/s00404-020-05545-y. Epub 2020 May 22.

Thirunavu V, Du R, Wu JY, Berg AT, Lam SK. The role of surgery in the management of Lennox-Gastaut syndrome: A systematic review and meta-analysis of the clinical evidence. Epilepsia. 2021 Apr;62(4):888-907. doi: 10.1111/epi.16851. Epub 2021 Feb 24.

2019

Mintziras I, Miligkos M, Wächter S, Manoharan J, Bartsch DK. Palliative surgical bypass is superior to palliative endoscopic stenting in patients with malignant gastric outlet obstruction: systematic review and meta-analysis. Surg Endosc. 2019 Oct;33(10):3153-3164. doi: 10.1007/s00464-019-06955-z. Epub 2019 Jul 22.

Sørensen ST, Kirkegaard AO, Carreon L, Rousing R, Andersen MØ. Vertebroplasty or kyphoplasty as palliative treatment for cancer-related vertebral compression fractures: a systematic review. Spine J. 2019 Feb 26. pii: S1529-9430(19)30073-7. doi: 10.1016/j.spinee.2019.02.012. [Epub ahead of print]

2017

Almadi MA, Barkun A, Martel M. Plastic vs. Self-Expandable Metal Stents for Palliation in Malignant Biliary Obstruction: A Series of Meta-Analyses. Am J Gastroenterol. 2017 Feb;112(2):260-273. doi: 10.1038/ajg.2016.512. Epub 2016 Nov 15.

Almond LM, Hodson J, Ford SJ, Gourevitch D, Roberts KJ, Shah T, Isaac J, Desai A. Role of palliative resection of the primary tumour in advanced pancreatic and small intestinal neuroendocrine tumours: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Eur J Surg Oncol. 2017 Oct;43(10):1808-1815. doi: 10.1016/j.ejso.2017.05.016. Epub 2017 May 25.

Chen HL, Shen WQ, Liu K. Radioactive self-expanding stents for palliative management of unresectable esophageal cancer: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Dis Esophagus. 2017 May 1;30(5):1-16. doi: 10.1093/dote/dow010.

Doosti-Irani A, Mansournia MA, Rahimi-Foroushani A, Haddad P, Holakouie-Naieni K. Complications of stent placement in patients with esophageal cancer: A systematic review and network meta-analysis. PLoS One. 2017 Oct 2;12(10):e0184784. doi: 10.1371/journal.pone.0184784. eCollection 2017.

Liao YY, Peng NF, Long D, Yu PC, Zhang S, Zhong JH, Li LQ. Hepatectomy for liver metastases from gastric cancer: a systematic review. BMC Surg. 2017 Feb 13;17(1):14.

Moole H, Jaeger A, Cashman M, Volmar FH, Dhillon S, Bechtold ML, Puli S. Are self-expandable metal stents superior to plastic stents in palliating malignant distal biliary strictures? A meta-analysis and systematic review. Med J Armed Forces India. 2017 Jan;73(1):42-48. Epub 2016 Oct 27.

Sun L, Zhao F, Zeng Y, Yi C. Risks and benefits of multimodal esophageal cancer treatments: A meta-analysis. Med Sci Monit. 2017 Feb 19;23:889-910.

2016

Atukorale YN, Church JL, Hoggan BL, Lambert RS, Gurgacz SL, Goodall S, Maddern GJ. Self-Expanding Metallic Stents for the Management of Emergency Malignant Large Bowel Obstruction: a Systematic Review. J Gastrointest Surg. 2016 Feb;20(2):455-62.

Bian SB, Shen WS, Xi HQ, Wei B, Chen L. Palliative Therapy for Gastric Outlet Obstruction Caused by Unresectable Gastric Cancer: A Meta-analysis Comparison of Gastrojejunostomy with Endoscopic Stenting. Chin Med J (Engl). 2016 May 5;129(9):1113-21.

Fairhurst K, Leopardi L, Satyadas T, Maddern G. The safety and effectiveness of liver resection for breast cancer liver metastases: A systematic review. Breast. 2016 Dec;30:175-184. Epub 2016 Oct 18.

Graham D, Tisdall MM, Gill D. Corpus callosotomy outcomes in pediatric patients: A systematic review. Epilepsia. 2016 Jul;57(7):1053-68. Epub 2016 May 29.

Health Quality Ontario. Vertebral Augmentation Involving Vertebroplasty or Kyphoplasty for Cancer-Related Vertebral Compression Fractures: A Systematic Review. Ont Health Technol Assess Ser. 2016 May 1;16(11):1-202. eCollection 2016.

Hussain Z, Diamantopoulos A, Krokidis M, Katsanos K. Double-layered covered stent for the treatment of malignant oesophageal obstructions: Systematic review and meta-analysis. World J Gastroenterol. 2016 Sep 14;22(34):7841-50.

Kumagai K, Rouvelas I, Ernberg A, Persson S, Analatos A, Mariosa D, Lindblad M, Nilsson M, Ye W, Lundell L, Tsai JA. A systematic review and meta-analysis comparing partial stomach partitioning gastrojejunostomy versus conventional gastrojejunostomy for malignant gastroduodenal obstruction. Langenbecks Arch Surg. 2016 Sep;401(6):777-85. Epub 2016 Jun 23.

Lilley EJ, Khan KT, Johnston FM, Berlin A, Bader AM, Mosenthal AC, Cooper Z. Palliative Care Interventions for Surgical Patients: A Systematic Review. JAMA Surg. 2016 Feb 1;151(2):172-83.

Long D, Yu PC, Huang W, Luo YL, Zhang S. Systematic review of partial hepatic resection to treat hepatic metastases in patients with gastric cancer. Medicine (Baltimore). 2016 Nov;95(44):e5235.

Minata MK, Bernardo WM, Rocha RS, Morita FH, Aquino JC, Cheng S, Zilberstein B, Sakai P, de Moura EG. Stents and surgical interventions in the palliation of gastric outlet obstruction: a systematic review. Endosc Int Open. 2016 Nov;4(11):E1158-E1170. Epub 2016 Oct 28.

Moole H, Bechtold ML, Cashman M, Volmar FH, Dhillon S, Forcione D, Taneja D, Puli SR. Covered versus uncovered self-expandable metal stents for malignant biliary strictures: A meta-analysis and systematic review. Indian J Gastroenterol. 2016 Sep;35(5):323-330. Epub 2016 Aug 27.

Moole H, Jaeger A, Cashman M, Volmar FH, Dhillon S, Bechtold ML, Puli S. Are self-expandable metal stents superior to plastic stents in palliating malignant distal biliary strictures? A meta-analysis and systematic review. Med J Armed Forces India. 2017 Jan;73(1):42-48. Epub 2016 Oct 27.

Moole H, Dharmapuri S, Duvvuri A, Dharmapuri S, Boddireddy R, Moole V, Yedama P, Bondalapati N, Uppu A, Yerasi C. Endoscopic versus Percutaneous Biliary Drainage in Palliation of Advanced Malignant Hilar Obstruction: A Meta-Analysis and Systematic Review. Can J Gastroenterol Hepatol. Epub 2016 Aug 25.

Markar SR, Mikhail S, Malietzis G, Athanasiou T, Mariette C, Sasako M, Hanna GB. Influence of Surgical Resection of Hepatic Metastases From Gastric Adenocarcinoma on Long-term Survival: Systematic Review and Pooled Analysis. Ann Surg. 2016 Jun;263(6):1092-101.

Zhou MW, Gu XD, Xiang JB, Chen ZY. Clinical safety and outcomes of laparoscopic surgery versus open surgery for palliative resection of primary tumors in patients with stage IV colorectal cancer: a meta-analysis. Surg Endosc. 2016 May;30(5):1902-10. doi: 10.1007/s00464-015-4409-1. Epub 2015 Aug 18.

2015

Sawas T, Al Halabi S, Parsi MA, Vargo JJ. Self-expandable metal stents versus plastic stents for malignant biliary obstruction: a meta-analysis. Gastrointest Endosc. 2015 Aug;82(2):256-267.e7. Epub 2015 May 13.

Takahashi H, Okabayashi K, Tsuruta M, Hasegawa H, Yahagi M, Kitagawa Y. Self-Expanding Metallic Stents Versus Surgical Intervention as Palliative Therapy for Obstructive Colorectal Cancer: A Meta-analysis. World J Surg. 2015 Aug;39(8):2037-44.

van Halsema EE, Rauws EA, Fockens P, van Hooft JE. Self-expandable metal stents for malignant gastric outlet obstruction: A pooled analysis of prospective literature. World J Gastroenterol. 2015 Nov 21;21(43):12468-81.

Zorrón Pu L, de Moura EG, Bernardo WM, Baracat FI, Mendonça EQ, Kondo A, Luz GO, Furuya Júnior CK, Artifon EL. Endoscopic stenting for inoperable malignant biliary obstruction: A systematic review and meta-analysis. World J Gastroenterol. 2015 Dec 21;21(47):13374-85.

2014

France BD, Lewis RA, Sharma ML, Poolman M. Cordotomy in mesothelioma-related pain: a systematic review. BMJ Support Palliat Care. 2014 Mar;4(1):19-29. Epub 2013 Sep 18

Gurusamy KS, Kumar S, Davidson BR, Fusai G. Resection versus other treatments for locally advanced pancreatic cancer. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2014 Feb 27;2:CD010244.

Liang TW, Sun Y, Wei YC, Yang DX. Palliative treatment of malignant colorectal obstruction caused by advanced malignancy: a self-expanding metallic stent or surgery? A system review and meta-analysis. Surg Today. 2014 Jan;44(1):22-33.  Epub 2013 Jul 28.

Lasithiotakis K, Antoniou SA, Antoniou GA, Kaklamanos I, Zoras O. Gastrectomy for stage IV gastric cancer. a systematic review and meta-analysis. Anticancer Res. 2014 May;34(5):2079-85.

Pan YM, Pan J, Guo LK, Qiu M, Zhang JJ. Covered versus uncovered self-expandable metallic stents for palliation of malignant gastric outlet obstruction: a systematic review and meta-analysis. BMC Gastroenterol. 2014 Sep 30;14:170.

Paul Olson TJ, Pinkerton C, Brasel KJ, Schwarze ML Palliative surgery for malignant bowel obstruction from carcinomatosis: a systematic review. JAMA Surg. 2014 Apr;149(4):383-92.

2013

Hong WD, Chen XW, Wu WZ, Zhu QH, Chen XR. Metal versus plastic stents for malignant biliary obstruction: an update meta-analysis. Clin Res Hepatol Gastroenterol. 2013 Nov;37(5):496-500.Epub 2013 Jan 18.

Puli SR, Kalva N, Pamulaparthy SR, Bechtold ML, Cashman MD, Volmar FH, Dhillon S, Shekleton MF, Estes NC, Carr-Locke D. Bilateral and unilateral stenting for malignant hilar obstruction: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Indian J Gastroenterol. 2013 Nov;32(6):355-62.Epub 2013 Oct 25.

Sun J, Song Y, Wang Z, Chen X, Gao P, Xu Y, Zhou B, Xu H. Clinical significance of palliative gastrectomy on the survival of patients with incurable advanced gastric cancer: a systematic review and meta-analysis. BMC Cancer. 2013 Dec 5;13:577.

Zhao XD, Cai BB, Cao RS, Shi RH. Palliative treatment for incurable malignant colorectal obstructions: a meta-analysis. World J Gastroenterol. 2013 Sep 7;19(33):5565-74.

2012

Anwar S, Peter MB, Dent J, Scott NA. Palliative excisional surgery for primary colorectal cancer in patients with incurable metastatic disease. Is there a survival benefit? A systematic review. Colorectal Dis. 2012 Aug;14(8):920-30.

Gillen S, Schuster T, Friess H, Kleeff J. Palliative resections versus palliative bypass procedures in pancreatic cancer--a systematic review. Am J Surg. 2012 Apr;203(4):496-502. Epub 2011 Aug 26.

Mahar AL, Coburn NG, Singh S, Law C, Helyer LK. A systematic review of surgery for non-curative gastric cancer. Gastric Cancer.  2012 Sep;15 Suppl 1:S125-37. Epub 2011 Oct 28.

2011

Chew C, Craig L, Edwards R, Moss J, O'Dwyer PJ. Safety and efficacy of percutaneous vertebroplasty in malignancy: a systematic review. Clin Radiol. 2011 Jan;66(1):63-72. Epub 2010 Nov 16.

Chua TC, Saxena A, Liauw W, Chu F, Morris DL.Hepatic resection for metastatic breast cancer: a systematic review.Eur J Cancer. 2011 Oct;47(15):2282-90. Epub 2011 Jul 7.

Pathak S, Jones R, Tang JM, Parmar C, Fenwick S, Malik H, Poston G. Ablative therapies for colorectal liver metastases: a systematic review. Colorectal Dis. 2011 Sep;13(9):e252-65

Stillwell AP, Ho YH, Veitch C. Systematic review of prognostic factors related to overall survival in patients with stage IV colorectal cancer and unresectable metastases. World J Surg. 2011 Mar;35(3):684-92.

2010

Gao F, Bai Y, Ma SR, Liu F, Li ZS. Systematic review: photodynamic therapy for unresectable cholangiocarcinoma. J Hepatobiliary Pancreat Sci. 2010 Mar;17(2):125-31. Epub 2009 May 20.

Kucukmetin A, Naik R, Galaal K, Bryant A, Dickinson HO. Palliative surgery versus medical management for bowel obstruction in ovarian cancer. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2010 Jul 7;(7):CD007792.

Sgourakis G, Gockel I, Radtke A, Dedemadi G, Goumas K, Mylona S, Lang H, Tsiamis A, Karaliotas C. The use of self-expanding stents in esophageal and gastroesophageal junction cancer palliation: a meta-analysis and meta-regression analysis of outcomes. Dig Dis Sci. 2010 Nov;55(11):3018-30. Epub 2010 May 4.

Stillwell AP, Buettner PG, Ho YH. Meta-analysis of survival of patients with stage IV colorectal cancer managed with surgical resection versus chemotherapy alone. World J Surg. 2010 Apr;34(4):797-807.

2009

Bird J, Hayter M. A review of the literature on the impact of renal cancer therapy on quality of life. J Clin Nurs. 2009 Oct;18(20):2783-800.

Bouza C, López-Cuadrado T, Cediel P, Saz-Parkinson Z, Amate JM. Balloon kyphoplasty in malignant spinal fractures: a systematic review and meta-analysis. BMC Palliat Care. 2009 Sep 9;8:12.

Garcea G, Ong SL, Dennison AR, Berry DP, Maddern GJ. Palliation of malignant obstructive jaundice. Dig Dis Sci. 2009 Jun;54(6):1184-98. Epub 2008 Sep 4.

Grant DG, Bradley PT, Pothier DD, Bailey D, Caldera S, Baldwin DL, Birchall MA. Complications following gastrostomy tube insertion in patients with head and neck cancer: a prospective multi-institution study, systematic review and meta-analysis. Clin Otolaryngol. 2009 Apr;34(2):103-12.

Gurusamy KS, Pamecha V, Sharma D, Davidson BR. Palliative cytoreductive surgery versus other palliative treatments in patients with unresectable liver metastases from gastro-entero-pancreatic neuroendocrine tumours. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2009 Jan 21;(1):CD007118.

Larssen L, Medhus AW, Hauge T. Treatment of malignant gastric outlet obstruction with stents: an evaluation of the reported variables for clinical outcome. BMC Gastroenterol. 2009 Jun 17;9:45.

Lipp A, Lusardi G. A systematic review of prophylactic antimicrobials in PEG placement. J Clin Nurs. 2009 Apr;18(7):938-48. Epub 2008 Nov 29.

2008

Bomeli SR, Desai SC, Johnson JT, Walvekar RR. Management of salivary flow in head and neck cancer patients--a systematic review. Oral Oncol. 2008 Nov;44(11):1000-8. Epub 2008 May 16.

George R, Jeba J, Ramkumar G, Chacko AG, Leng M, Tharyan P. Interventions for the treatment of metastatic extradural spinal cord compression in adults. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2008 Oct 8;(4):CD006716. [Updated 2015]

Yakoub D, Fahmy R, Athanasiou T, Alijani A, Rao C, Darzi A, Hanna GB. Evidence-based choice of esophageal stent for the palliative management of malignant dysphagia. World J Surg. 2008 Sep;32(9):1996-2009.

2007

Cipolletta L, Rotondano G, Marmo R, Bianco MA; for the Italian Evidence-Based Gastroenterology & Hepatology Club. Endoscopic palliation of malignant obstructive jaundice: an evidence-based review. Dig Liver Dis. 2007 Apr;39(4):375-88. Epub 2007 Feb 20.

Hosono S, Ohtani H, Arimoto Y, Kanamiya Y. Endoscopic stenting versus surgical gastroenterostomy for palliation of malignant gastroduodenal obstruction: a meta-analysis. J Gastroenterol. 2007 Apr;42(4):283-90. Epub 2007 Apr 26.

Jafri NS, Mahid SS, Minor KS, Idstein SR, Hornung CA, Galandiuk S. Meta-analysis: antibiotic prophylaxis to prevent peristomal infection following percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy. Aliment Pharmacol Ther. 2007 Mar 15;25(6):647-56.

Jeurnink SM, van Eijck CH, Steyerberg EW, Kuipers EJ, Siersema PD.  Stent versus gastrojejunostomy for the palliation of gastric outlet obstruction: a systematic review. BMC Gastroenterology. 2007 Jun 8;7:18

Moss AC, Morris E, Leyden J, MacMathuna P. Malignant distal biliary obstruction: A systematic review and meta-analysis of endoscopic and surgical bypass results. Cancer Treat Rev. 2007 Apr;33(2):213-21. Epub 2006 Dec 8.

2005

Hammarstrom LE. Role of palliative endoscopic drainage in patients with malignant biliary obstruction. Dig Surg. 2005;22(5):295-304; discussion 305. Epub 2005 Sep 28.

Ok JH, Meyers FJ, Evans CP. Medical and surgical palliative care of patients with urological malignancies. J Urol. 2005 Oct;174(4 pt 1):1177-82.

2004

Dormann A, Meisner S, Verin N, Wenk Lang A. Self-expanding metal stents for gastroduodenal malignancies: systematic review of their clinical effectiveness. Endoscopy. 2004 Jun;36(6):543-50.

Sebastian S, Johnston S, Geoghegan T, Torreggiani W, Buckley M. Pooled analysis of the efficacy and safety of self-expanding metal stenting in malignant colorectal obstruction.  Am J Gastroenterol. 2004 Oct;99(10):2051-7.

Shaw P, Agarwal R. Pleurodesis for malignant pleural effusions. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2004;(1):CD002916. [Withdrawn 2013]

2003

Klimo P, Jr., Kestle JR, Schmidt MH. Treatment of metastatic spinal epidural disease: a review of the literature. Neurosurg Focus. 2003 Nov 15;15(5):E1.

Ryken TC, Eichholz KM, Gerszten PC, Welch WC, Gokaslan ZL, Resnick DK. Evidence-based review of the surgical management of vertebral column metastatic disease. Neurosurg Focus. 2003 Nov 15;15(5):E11.

2002

Khot UP, Lang AW, Murali K, Parker MC. Systematic review of the efficacy and safety of colorectal stents. Br J Surg. 2002 Sep;89(9):1096-102.

2000

Feuer DJ, Broadley KE, Shepherd JH, Barton DP. Surgery for the resolution of symptoms in malignant bowel obstruction in advanced gynaecological and gastrointestinal cancer. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2000(3):CD002764. [Updated 2016]

Prostate: 13 reviews

2020

Kretschmer A, Ploussard G, Heidegger I, Tsaur I, Borgmann H, Surcel C, Mathieu R, de Visschere P, Valerio M, van den Bergh RCN, Marra G, Thibault C, Ost P, Gandaglia G, Tilki D; EAU-YAU Prostate Cancer Working Party. Health-related Quality of Life in Patients with Advanced Prostate Cancer: A Systematic Review. Eur Urol Focus. 2020 Feb 20:S2405-4569(20)30064-X. doi: 10.1016/j.euf.2020.01.017. Epub ahead of print.

2018

Rich SE, Chow R, Raman S, Liang Zeng K, Lutz S, Lam H, Silva MF, Chow E. Update of the systematic review of palliative radiation therapy fractionation for bone metastases. Radiother Oncol. 2018 Mar;126(3):547-557. doi: 10.1016/j.radonc.2018.01.003. Epub 2018 Feb 1.

Ying M, Zhao R, Jiang D, Gu S, Li M. Lifestyle interventions to alleviate side effects on prostate cancer patients receiving androgen deprivation therapy: a meta-analysis. Jpn J Clin Oncol. 2018 Jul 24. doi: 10.1093/jjco/hyy101. [Epub ahead of print]

2017

Macherey S, Monsef I, Jahn F, Jordan K, Yuen KK, Heidenreich A, Skoetz N. Bisphosphonates for advanced prostate cancer. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2017 Dec 26;12:CD006250. doi: 10.1002/14651858.CD006250.pub2.

2015

Fu G, Agarwal A, Popovic M, Lam M, Milakovic M, Fu W, Cheon S, DiGiovanni J, Chow R, Fu T, Lam H, Lechner B, Pulenzas N, Chow E. Survival benefit from palliative treatment in patients with advanced prostate cancer: A selected review. J Pain Manage. 2015;8(4):313-320. [No Abstract Available].

King AJ, Evans M, Moore TH, Paterson C, Sharp D, Persad R, Huntley AL. Prostate cancer and supportive care: a systematic review and qualitative synthesis of men's experiences and unmet needs. Eur J Cancer Care (Engl). 2015 Sep;24(5):618-34. Epub 2015 Jan 29.

Qi WX, Fu S, Zhang Q, Guo XM. Efficacy and toxicity of molecular targeted therapies in combination with docetaxel for metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer: a meta-analysis of phase III randomized controlled trials. J Chemother. 2015 Jun;27(3):181-7. Epub 2014 Dec 10.

2014

Cameron MG, Kersten C, Guren MG, Fosså SD, Vistad I. Palliative pelvic radiotherapy of symptomatic incurable prostate cancer - a systematic review. Radiother Oncol. 2014 Jan;110(1):55-60. Epub 2013 Sep 14.

2011

Kirby M, Hirst C, Crawford ED. Characterising the castration-resistant prostate cancer population: a systematic review. Int J Clin Pract. 2011 Nov;65(11):1180-92.

2010

Colloca G, Venturino A, Checcaglini F. Patient-reported outcomes after cytotoxic chemotherapy in metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer: a systematic review. Cancer Treat Rev. 2010 Oct;36(6):501-6. Epub 2010 Feb 23.

2006

Yuen KK, Shelley M, Sze WM, Wilt T, Mason MD. Bisphosphonates for advanced prostate cancer. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2006 Oct 18;(4):CD006250. [Updated 2017]

Zeliadt SB, Ramsey SD, Penson DF, Hall IJ, Ekwueme DU, Stroud L, Lee S. Why do men choose one treatment over another? Cancer. 2006 May 1;106(9):1865-74. 

2003

Penson D, Litwin M, Aaronson N. Health related quality of life in men with prostate cancer. J Urol. 2003 May;169(5):1653-61.

Stomach: 13 reviews

2022

Kopecky K, Monton O, Rosman L, Johnston F. Palliative interventions for patients with advanced gastric cancer: a systematic review. Chin Clin Oncol. 2022 Dec;11(6):47. doi: 10.21037/cco-22-102.

2019

Mintziras I, Miligkos M, Wächter S, Manoharan J, Bartsch DK. Palliative surgical bypass is superior to palliative endoscopic stenting in patients with malignant gastric outlet obstruction: systematic review and meta-analysis. Surg Endosc. 2019 Oct;33(10):3153-3164. doi: 10.1007/s00464-019-06955-z. Epub 2019 Jul 22.

2018

Ter Veer E, van Kleef JJ, Sprangers MAG, Haj Mohammad N, van Oijen MGH, van Laarhoven HWM. Reporting of health-related quality of life in randomized controlled trials involving palliative systemic therapy for esophagogastric cancer: a systematic review. Gastric Cancer. 2018 Jan 29. doi: 10.1007/s10120-018-0792-3. [Epub ahead of print]

2017

Liao YY, Peng NF, Long D, Yu PC, Zhang S, Zhong JH, Li LQ. Hepatectomy for liver metastases from gastric cancer: a systematic review. BMC Surg. 2017 Feb 13;17(1):14.

2016

Bian SB, Shen WS, Xi HQ, Wei B, Chen L. Palliative Therapy for Gastric Outlet Obstruction Caused by Unresectable Gastric Cancer: A Meta-analysis Comparison of Gastrojejunostomy with Endoscopic Stenting. Chin Med J (Engl). 2016 May 5;129(9):1113-21.

2014

Lasithiotakis K, Antoniou SA, Antoniou GA, Kaklamanos I, Zoras O. Gastrectomy for stage IV gastric cancer. a systematic review and meta-analysis. Anticancer Res. 2014 May;34(5):2079-85.

2013

Sun J, Song Y, Wang Z, Chen X, Gao P, Xu Y, Zhou B, Xu H. Clinical significance of palliative gastrectomy on the survival of patients with incurable advanced gastric cancer: a systematic review and meta-analysis. BMC Cancer. 2013 Dec 5;13:577.

2012

Gillen S, Schuster T, Friess H, Kleeff J. Palliative resections versus palliative bypass procedures in pancreatic cancer--a systematic review. Am J Surg. 2012 Apr;203(4):496-502. Epub 2011 Aug 26.

Mahar AL, Coburn NG, Singh S, Law C, Helyer LK. A systematic review of surgery for non-curative gastric cancer. Gastric Cancer.  2012 Sep;15 Suppl 1:S125-37. Epub 2011 Oct 28.

2010

Sgourakis G, Gockel I, Radtke A, Dedemadi G, Goumas K, Mylona S, Lang H, Tsiamis A, Karaliotas C. The use of self-expanding stents in esophageal and gastroesophageal junction cancer palliation: a meta-analysis and meta-regression analysis of outcomes. Dig Dis Sci. 2010 Nov;55(11):3018-30. Epub 2010 May 4.

2009

Bird J, Hayter M. A review of the literature on the impact of renal cancer therapy on quality of life. J Clin Nurs. 2009 Oct;18(20):2783-800.

Grant DG, Bradley PT, Pothier DD, Bailey D, Caldera S, Baldwin DL, Birchall MA. Complications following gastrostomy tube insertion in patients with head and neck cancer: a prospective multi-institution study, systematic review and meta-analysis. Clin Otolaryngol. 2009 Apr;34(2):103-12.

2008

Bomeli SR, Desai SC, Johnson JT, Walvekar RR. Management of salivary flow in head and neck cancer patients--a systematic review. Oral Oncol. 2008 Nov;44(11):1000-8. Epub 2008 May 16