Exploration of Socio-Cultural Aspects of  Cancer Patients Who Refuse Chemotherapy: Literature Review

Author(s)	Angelia, Hema Malini, Mahatir
Country	Indonesia
Abstract	Background: Cancer is a multifaceted disease characterized by the uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells. Socio-cultural background plays an important role in many aspects of cancer patients' lives, including beliefs, behaviors, perceptions, emotions, and attitudes towards illness and pain. Objective: The aim of this study was to explore the socio-cultural aspects of cancer patients who refuse chemotherapy. Methods: The research method used was a systematic review by identifying journal articles published online consisting of English language from 2019-2024. Articles were retrieved using PubMed, ScieceDirect, and JSTOR search engine tools. Results: There were 5 journals based on the inclusion criteria. Conclusion: The results showed that socio-cultural aspects have a complex influence on cancer patients' decision to refuse chemotherapy.
Keywords	Cancer, refusing chemotherapy, socio-cultural aspects
Field	Sosiologi > Kesehatan
Published In	Volume 6, Issue 4, July-August 2024
Published On	2024-07-23
DOI	https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2024.v06i04.24977

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