Predictors of Use of Complementary and Alternative Medicine by Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma Survivors and Relationship to Quality of Life
Conclusions. CAM use may be related to more positive mental health–related quality of life by increasing patients’ perception of perceived control over their health; however, cause and effect cannot be determined. Physicians should be aware that cancer survivors have a need to take an active role in improving their health. (Source: Integrative Cancer Therapies)
Source: Integrative Cancer Therapies - April 18, 2013 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Hamilton, A. S., Miller, M. F., Arora, N. K., Bellizzi, K. M., Rowland, J. H. Tags: Articles Source Type: research
Safety and Feasibility of an Exercise Intervention for Patients Following Lung Resection: A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial
Conclusions. Exercise intervention performed in the inpatient and outpatient settings for individuals following lung resection was safe and feasible. The uptake rate for outpatient exercise was 57%, similar to previous trials; however, adherence was excellent within the subgroup of participants who attended. Further research is required to investigate the best setting of exercise delivery and explore ways to improve the uptake rate. (Source: Integrative Cancer Therapies)
Source: Integrative Cancer Therapies - April 18, 2013 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Granger, C. L., Chao, C., McDonald, C. F., Berney, S., Denehy, L. Tags: Articles Source Type: research
Cancer-Specific Concerns and Physical Activity Among Recently Diagnosed Breast and Prostate Cancer Survivors
Conclusion. Cancer-specific concerns diminish over time, especially among breast cancer survivors. Among prostate cancer survivors, incontinence is a significant barrier that hinders benefit from PA interventions. Thus, there is a need either for medical interventions to ameliorate incontinence or for behavioral interventions to address this issue among survivors. (Source: Integrative Cancer Therapies)
Source: Integrative Cancer Therapies - April 18, 2013 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Ottenbacher, A., Sloane, R., Snyder, D. C., Kraus, W., Sprod, L., Demark-Wahnefried, W. Tags: Articles Source Type: research
The Preventive and Therapeutic Effect of Acupuncture for Radiation-Induced Xerostomia in Patients With Head and Neck Cancer: A Systematic Review
Conclusions. Insufficient evidence is available to judge whether acupuncture is safe and whether it is effective in preventing or treating radiation-induced xerostomia. Significant research remains to be done before acupuncture can be recommended for routine use in radiation-induced xerostomia. (Source: Integrative Cancer Therapies)
Source: Integrative Cancer Therapies - April 18, 2013 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Zhuang, L., Yang, Z., Zeng, X., Zhua, X., Chen, Z., Liu, L., Meng, Z. Tags: Articles Source Type: research
Aegle marmelos (L.) Correa (Bael) and Its Phytochemicals in the Treatment and Prevention of Cancer
Aegle marmelos, commonly known as Bael and belonging to the family Rutaceae is an important medicinal plant in the traditional Indian system of medicine, the Ayurveda. The extract prepared by boiling the bark, leaves or roots in water is useful as laxative, febrifuge, and expectorant. The extract is also useful in ophthalmia, deafness, inflammations, catarrh, diabetes, and asthmatic complaints. The fruits are used in treating diarrhea, dysentery, stomach ache, and cardiac ailments. Scientific studies have validated many of Bael’s ethnomedicinal properties and its potential antimicrobial effects, hypoglycemic, astring...
Source: Integrative Cancer Therapies - April 18, 2013 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Baliga, M. S., Thilakchand, K. R., Rai, M. P., Rao, S., Venkatesh, P. Tags: Articles Source Type: research
Enhancement of Antitumor Activity of Low-Dose 5-Fluorouracil by Combination With Fuzheng-Yiliu Granules in Hepatoma 22 Tumor-Bearing Mice
Conclusions. Traditional Chinese medical herbs capable of strengthening the body’s vital energy have great potential to be used as an adjuvant therapy for cancer patients who cannot tolerate the adverse effects of chemotherapy. (Source: Integrative Cancer Therapies)
Source: Integrative Cancer Therapies - March 4, 2013 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Cao, Z., Liao, L., Chen, X., Lan, L., Hu, H., Liu, Z., Chen, L., Huang, S., Du, J. Tags: Articles Source Type: research
Lactobacillus casei Extract Induces Apoptosis in Gastric Cancer by Inhibiting NF-{kappa}B and mTOR-Mediated Signaling
Lactobacillus casei extract (LBX) has been reported to prevent gastric cancer, but the underlying mechanism remains unclear. The proliferation and cell death of gastric cancer KATO3 cells were examined after treatment with LBX for various times and at various doses. LBX inhibited the growth of gastric cancer cells and induced apoptosis by inactivating NF-B promoter activity. Apoptosis induced by LBX, however, is not directly associated with the intrinsic mitochondrial pathway. Immunoblot analysis revealed that LBX decreased the expressions of NF-B and IB. The reduced NF-B levels led to the decreased phosphorylation of mTOR...
Source: Integrative Cancer Therapies - March 4, 2013 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Hwang, J. W., Baek, Y.-M., Yang, K. E., Yoo, H.-S., Cho, C.-K., Lee, Y.-W., Park, J., Eom, C.-Y., Lee, Z.-W., Choi, J.-S., Jang, I.-S. Tags: Articles Source Type: research
Taiwanofungus camphoratus (Syn Antrodia camphorata) Extract and Amphotericin B Exert Adjuvant Effects via Mitochondrial Apoptotic Pathway
In this study, the authors investigated the adjuvant effects of an ethanol extract of solid-state cultivated Taiwanofungus camphoratus (TCEE) and amphotericin B (AmB) in the human cancer cell lines RPMI7951 and MG63. Taiwanofungus camphoratus is a well-known Chinese medicine in Taiwan, and AmB is a widely used antifungal agent. The authors demonstrated that TCEE pretreatment followed by AmB treatment effectively inhibited cell growth. The combination of sublethal doses of TCEE and AmB revealed a significant growth inhibitory effect in both cell lines. The combination of TCEE and AmB but not AmB alone induced phosphatidylse...
Source: Integrative Cancer Therapies - March 4, 2013 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Chen, L.-Y., Sheu, M.-T., Liao, C.-K., Tsai, F.-C., Kao, W.-Y., Su, C.-H. Tags: Articles Source Type: research
Synergistic and Additive Effects of Modified Citrus Pectin With Two Polybotanical Compounds, in the Suppression of Invasive Behavior of Human Breast and Prostate Cancer Cells
Conclusion. The combination of MCP with BD and of MCP with PC synergistically inhibits the metastatic phenotypes of human breast and prostate cancer cells, respectively. Further studies confirming these observations in animal models of breast and prostate cancer metastasis are warranted. (Source: Integrative Cancer Therapies)
Source: Integrative Cancer Therapies - March 4, 2013 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Jiang, J., Eliaz, I., Sliva, D. Tags: Articles Source Type: research
Effectiveness of 3-Week Intervention of Shi Quan Da Bu Tang for Alleviating Hematotoxicity Among Patients With Breast Carcinoma Receiving Chemotherapy
Conclusion. SQDBT is effective in alleviating hematotoxicity among patients with breast carcinoma receiving chemotherapy, without affecting the presentation of tumor markers in the short term. More study is needed to determine long-term outcomes such as recurrence and survival. (Source: Integrative Cancer Therapies)
Source: Integrative Cancer Therapies - March 4, 2013 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Huang, S.-M., Chien, L.-Y., Tai, C.-J., Chiou, J.-F., Chen, C.-S., Tai, C.-J. Tags: Articles Source Type: research
Can We Demonstrate That Breast Cancer "Integrative Oncology" Is Effective? A Methodology to Evaluate the Effectiveness of Integrative Oncology Offered in Community Clinics
Conclusion: A prospective cohort study with a matched comparison group is a feasible and potentially rigorous study design with high patient acceptability. It may provide valuable data for the evaluation of the effectiveness of IO care on patient health, relapse rate, and health-related quality of life (HRQOL). A federally funded matched case controlled outcomes study is currently under way at Bastyr University and the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center. (Source: Integrative Cancer Therapies)
Source: Integrative Cancer Therapies - March 4, 2013 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Standish, L. J., Sweet, E., Naydis, E., Andersen, M. R. Tags: Articles Source Type: research
Examining a Therapeutic Yoga Program for Prostate Cancer Survivors
Conclusions. Yoga is a feasible physical activity option for prostate cancer survivors. The program had a promising uptake rate, high program adherence rate, and there were acute program benefits with regard to stress, fatigue, and mood for all participants. Future examination is warranted with regard to chronic benefits and group cohesion influences on levels of perceived social support. (Source: Integrative Cancer Therapies)
Source: Integrative Cancer Therapies - March 4, 2013 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Ross Zahavich, A. N., Robinson, J. A., Paskevich, D., Culos-Reed, S. N. Tags: Articles Source Type: research
Investigating the Perceived Feasibility of Integrative Medicine in a Conventional Oncology Setting: Yoga Therapy as a Treatment for Breast Cancer Survivors
Conclusions. Although enthusiasm for the implementation of an integrative yoga therapy program was apparent among both breast cancer survivors and HCPs, barriers were also identified. The findings of this study are currently being used to inform a large-scale program of research aimed at developing integrative treatment services for breast cancer patients, beginning with yoga therapy. (Source: Integrative Cancer Therapies)
Source: Integrative Cancer Therapies - March 4, 2013 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Slocum-Gori, S., Howard, A. F., Balneaves, L. G., Kazanjian, A. Tags: Articles Source Type: research
Quercetin in Cancer Prevention and Therapy
Quercetin is a plant-derived flavonoid known to possess anti-inflammatory property, but its use as a chemopreventive substance has been reviewed quite recently. A number of reports have assessed the pro-apoptotic action of quercetin in cancer cells, which contributes to the chemopreventive action of food, similar to many other flavonoids. Quercetin is a forthright inhibitor of PI3K, NF-B, and other kinases involved in intracellular signaling. However, a possible selective intracellular target for quercetin has still not been focused on. The challenge is to highlight an eligible target in order to address possible natural c...
Source: Integrative Cancer Therapies - March 4, 2013 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Chirumbolo, S. Tags: Articles Source Type: research
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Source: Integrative Cancer Therapies - March 4, 2013 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Block, K. I. Tags: Editorial Source Type: research
