Real-Life Experiences of Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy in Patients with Cancer: A Qualitative Meta-Synthesis Studyopen access
- Authors
- Kim, Eun Young; Hong, Se Jin
- Issue Date
- Oct-2023
- Publisher
- Elsevier Inc.
- Keywords
- Cancer survivors; Chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy; Life experiences; Qualitative research
- Citation
- Seminars in Oncology Nursing, v.39, no.5
- Journal Title
- Seminars in Oncology Nursing
- Volume
- 39
- Number
- 5
- URI
- https://scholarworks.bwise.kr/gachon/handle/2020.sw.gachon/90132
- DOI
- 10.1016/j.soncn.2023.151499
- ISSN
- 0749-2081
1878-3449
- Abstract
- Purpose: Chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy is an unpleasant symptom experienced by most cancer survivors who receive neurotoxic chemotherapy. It is not life threatening; however, it impairs sensorimotor skills, thereby interfering with daily activities and reducing the quality of life. Healthcare providers are becoming increasingly aware of the significance of its management. Nonetheless, a lack of understanding remains. This study aimed to understand the experience of cancer survivors with chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy. Data Sources: The selection and search for relevant literature conformed to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-analysis Protocols guidelines. Four databases were searched for literature exploring the experiences of cancer survivors with chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy. Moreover, articles from reference lists were retrieved. Of 969 collected articles, 13 qualitative studies were included. The seven-step meta-ethnography developed by Noblits and Hare was used to analyze and synthesize selected studies. This study complied with the enhancing transparency in reporting the synthesis of qualitative research guidelines. Conclusion: Three themes (“Tough and challenging life with chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy,” “Being patient in a chaotic life,” and “Transition to a new way of life”) and six subthemes were derived after reviewing, analyzing, and synthesizing selected study findings. They faced difficult daily challenges and endured psychologically chaotic moments; however, they gradually learned to live with the symptoms and adapted their way of life. Implications for Nursing Practice: This review emphasizes the importance of the need for personalized nursing interventions promoting self-management and new adaptation strategies for gaining better understanding of chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy. © 2023 The Author(s)
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