Effectiveness of case management model in patients with breast cancer in China:a systematic review / 现代临床护理

ABSTRACT

Objective To systematically evaluate the effect of case management model in patients with breast cancer in China. Methods The internet-based retrieval was done through SinoMed, CNKI, WANFANG data, VIP, Pubmed and Web of Science (WOS) with case management model of breast cancer patients in the randomized controlled trails. Data extraction and quality evaluation were conducted from the acquired literature. Results Eight studies were included. The case management was showed to improve the treatment compliance of patients with breast cancer and the satisfaction of patients effectively. It also reduced hospitalization time and hospitalization costs of the patients, improve the quality of life and social psychological adaptability. Conclusion The application of case management model is effective, but the case management model is still in the initial stage in China, needing to be strengthened.