Journal article
A systematic review of types and efficacy of online interventions for cancer patients
H McAlpine, L Joubert, F Martin-Sanchez, M Merolli, KJ Drummond
Patient Education and Counseling | Published : 2015
Abstract
Objective: This review examines the evidence-based literature surrounding the use of online resources for adult cancer patients. The focus is online resources that connect patients with their healthcare clinician and with supportive and educational resources, their efficacy and the outcome measures used to assess them. Methods: The following databases were systematically searched for relevant literature: MEDLINE, PsychINFO, Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials, CINAHL, Inspec and Computers and Applied Science. Included were studies conducted in an outpatient setting, and reporting a measurable, clinically relevant outcome. Fourteen studies satisfied the inclusion criteria. Results:..
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Funding Acknowledgements
Funding for this project was received from The University of Melbourne's "Major Research Projects and Initiatives Development and Support" fund. The funding body had no input into the collection or analysis and interpretation of data; the writing of the report; or the decision to submit the article for publication.