Experience of patients with advanced cancer undergoing palliative radiotherapy for bone metastases: A qualitative study

These findings highlight the need for a holistic approach to palliative radiotherapy, in which healthcare professionals not only provide treatment but also address psychological distress and support patients' coping mechanisms. Nurses play a central role in integrating person-centred care into palliative radiotherapy, working collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams to enhance the treatment experience for patients.

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European Journal of Oncology Nursing
Published
2025-07-24
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ejon.2025.102946
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2
Primary Topic
Management of metastatic bone disease
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Field-Weighted Citation Impact
4.01

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Experience of patients with advanced cancer undergoing palliative radiotherapy for bone metastases: A qualitative study

Junko Kusunoki, Mariko Masujima, Akane Tsujimoto
2 citations
European Journal of Oncology Nursing
Management of metastatic bone disease
4.01
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Experience of patients with advanced cancer undergoing palliative radiotherapy for bone metastases: A qualitative study

Junko Kusunoki, Mariko Masujima, Akane Tsujimoto
article en
2 citations

Abstract

These findings highlight the need for a holistic approach to palliative radiotherapy, in which healthcare professionals not only provide treatment but also address psychological distress and support patients' coping mechanisms. Nurses play a central role in integrating person-centred care into palliative radiotherapy, working collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams to enhance the treatment experience for patients.

European Journal of Oncology NursingVol. 78
Chiba University (JP)
Japan Science and Technology Agency
Good health and well-being
Openalex Percentile: Top 6%
Management of metastatic bone disease
4.01
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