Use of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Chinese Patients with Cancer Receiving Outpatient Care: Primary Reasons and Communication with Oncologists
Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) is widely used in cancer care in China as an integral part of treatment. This study aimed to understand the motivations of cancer patients in China for adopting TCM in their treatment and to examine their communication with oncologists. Gaining insights into these factors can enhance culturally sensitive, patient-centered oncology care.
Authors
- Yiyuan Sun (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1769-0285)
- Jia Liu (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4096-8334)
- Jun He (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5162-6041)
- Shan Liu (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0159-0690)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Future Integrative Medicine
- Published
- 2025-03-25
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.14218/fim.2025.00006
- Citations
- 2
- Primary Topic
- Complementary and Alternative Medicine Studies
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 4.76
Funders
- Adelphi University