The Role of Integrative Oncology in Patients Affected by Triple Negative Breast Cancer.

IF 5 2区医学 Q1 ONCOLOGY

Current Oncology Reports Pub Date : 2025-08-20 DOI:10.1007/s11912-025-01711-0

Shlomit Ein Gal, Samuel Mathis, Bhavana Pathak, Moshe Frenkel

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Abstract

Purpose of review: This review examines the unmet needs of patients with triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC), the limitations of current treatment approaches, and the role of integrative modalities in symptom management, patient care, and quality-of-life enhancement. Despite advances in oncology, TNBC remains a clinical challenge due to its aggressive nature, intensive treatments, and disparities in access to care, leading to variable outcomes. This review summarizes recent progress in integrative oncology and its potential benefits for TNBC patients.

Recent findings: TNBC patients face significant physical and psychosocial challenges, compounded by disparities in treatment and supportive care access. Continuous chemotherapy-based regimens often lead to accumulating symptoms, highlighting the need for integrative approaches. Evidence suggests that modalities such as nutritional counseling, physical activity programs, mind-body interventions (e.g., mindfulness, yoga) acupuncture and certain herbal remedies can help alleviate symptoms, improve well-being, and enhance resilience. A growing body of evidence supports the integration of these approaches into TNBC care to improve quality of life. The Society for Integrative Oncology has issued clinical practice guidelines recommending these modalities, yet challenges remain in optimizing personalized approaches and ensuring equitable access. Future research should focus on refining integrative strategies and increasing awareness of their benefits for TNBC patients.

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综合肿瘤学在三阴性乳腺癌患者中的作用。

综述目的：本综述探讨了三阴性乳腺癌（TNBC）患者未被满足的需求，当前治疗方法的局限性，以及综合治疗在症状管理、患者护理和提高生活质量方面的作用。尽管肿瘤学取得了进展，但TNBC仍然是一个临床挑战，因为它的侵袭性、强化治疗和获得护理的差异，导致了不同的结果。本文综述了综合肿瘤学的最新进展及其对TNBC患者的潜在益处。最近的研究发现：TNBC患者面临着重大的身体和心理挑战，加上治疗和支持性护理的不平等。以化疗为基础的持续治疗方案往往会导致症状的累积，因此需要采用综合治疗方法。有证据表明，诸如营养咨询、体育活动计划、身心干预（例如，正念、瑜伽）、针灸和某些草药疗法等方式可以帮助缓解症状、改善幸福感和增强复原力。越来越多的证据支持将这些方法纳入TNBC护理以提高生活质量。综合肿瘤学会已经发布了推荐这些方法的临床实践指南，但在优化个性化方法和确保公平获取方面仍然存在挑战。未来的研究应侧重于完善综合策略并提高对其对TNBC患者益处的认识。

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Current Oncology Reports ONCOLOGY-

CiteScore

8.50

自引率

0.00%

发文量

187

审稿时长

6-12 weeks

期刊介绍： This journal aims to review the most important, recently published clinical findings in the field of oncology. By providing clear, insightful, balanced contributions by international experts, the journal intends to serve all those involved in the care of those affected by cancer. We accomplish this aim by appointing international authorities to serve as Section Editors in key subject areas, such as cancer prevention, leukemia, melanoma, neuro-oncology, and palliative medicine. Section Editors, in turn, select topics for which leading experts contribute comprehensive review articles that emphasize new developments and recently published papers of major importance, highlighted by annotated reference lists. An international Editorial Board reviews the annual table of contents, suggests articles of special interest to their country/region, and ensures that topics are current and include emerging research. Commentaries from well-known figures in the field are also provided.