Cancer du sein en ligne : effets de l’utilisation des technologies de l’information et de la communication

Abstract

ObjectivesWe want to know the effects of virtual exchanges places, on psychological adaptation of women patients to cancer pathology, and especially breast cancer. Patients and methodsA literature review was made. Databases Cairn, Wiley Online Library, Taylor and Francis, ScienceDirect Journal of Medical Internet Research (JMIR), Communication organisation, PubMed Central NCBI, APA PsycNET, EBSCOST, Cross Ref, Oxford Journals, Persee, and Link Springer were explored. We included all quantitative and qualitative studies on the use of technologies and online resources related to cancer, especially breast cancer. ResultsFifty-two articles were selected. Forty only included women with breast cancer and 12 included different types of cancer (breast, prostate, kidney, leukemia…). Most of the studies have reported significant results in terms of psychological adaptation: improved emotional, psychological and general well-being; a decrease in anxiety and stress; a greater optimism; a better quality of life and a better participation in health. ConclusionsResults suggest a positive relationship between spaces of exchange for women patients and outcomes related to their experiences in relation to the disease.