Complementary-alternative medicine among cancer patients in the western region of Turkey

Tarhan, O.; Alacacioglu, A.; Somali, I.; Sipahi, H.; Zencir, M.; Oztop, I.; Dirioz, M.; Yilmaz, U.

Complementary-alternative medicine among cancer patients in the western region of Turkey

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Tarhan O., Alacacioglu A., Somali I., Sipahi H., Zencir M., Oztop I., ...More

JOURNAL OF BUON, vol.14, no.2, pp.265-269, 2009 (SCI-Expanded)

Publication Type: Article / Article
Volume: 14 Issue: 2
Publication Date: 2009
Journal Name: JOURNAL OF BUON
Journal Indexes: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus
Page Numbers: pp.265-269
Keywords: cancer, complementary-alternative, complementary treatment, medicine, PREVALENCE, THERAPIES
Dokuz Eylül University Affiliated: Yes

Abstract

Purpose: To investigate the complementary/alternative medicine (CAM) applications and factors affecting its use among cancer patients in the western region of Turkey. Patients and methods: Face-to face interview technique was used.