Mei-Hui Chen Author

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The suffer and support needs of the patients after allogeneic stem cell transplantation

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 Mei-Hui Chen

Purpose: Allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (alloHSCT) will bring a lot of physical and mental shock to patients. It is necessary to provide medical information to meet the needs of patients to reduce symptoms and improve quality of life. Methods: This study used a cross-sectional method to study 65 patients who received allo- HSCT treatment and divided them into four groups, according to transplantation. Assess the pain symptoms, health information needs, quality of life, and anxiety status of all patients. Results: We found that each period has different symptoms and needs, and the degree changes with time. Check the severity differences at four-time points. In terms of oral mucositis, diarrhea, nausea, hair loss, and fever, symptom distress was statistically significa... view more»

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