Interdisciplinary Management of Oral Health Complications in Cancer Patients: A Collaborative Approach Involving Laboratory Specialists, Dentists, Pharmacists, and Social Workers

Authors: Abdullah M. Alghamdi, Basmah A.Alamri, Tahani M.Alsalmi, Mohammed H. Khubrani, Mohammed A. Alanazi, Norah S. Algahtani, Najwa J.Alshammari, Nourah A. Al Enazi, Lamia K. Albugami

DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.13986576

Short DOI: https://doi.org/g8nz73

Country: Saudi Arabia

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Abstract: This study explores the interdisciplinary management of oral health complications in cancer patients, focusing on the collaboration between laboratory specialists, dentists, pharmacists, and social workers in a tertiary hospital. Using qualitative interviews, key themes emerged, highlighting the roles of each profession in managing oral health, the importance of interdisciplinary communication, and the challenges faced in coordinating care. Findings demonstrate that a collaborative approach leads to improved patient outcomes and enhanced quality of life, despite logistical barriers and differing treatment priorities. Strategies for optimizing interdisciplinary care are discussed.

Keywords: Cancer Patients, Oral Health, Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Laboratory Specialists, Dentists, Pharmacists, Social Workers, Patient Outcomes

Paper Id: 231416

Published On: 2021-01-14

Published In: Volume 9, Issue 1, January-February 2021

Cite This: Interdisciplinary Management of Oral Health Complications in Cancer Patients: A Collaborative Approach Involving Laboratory Specialists, Dentists, Pharmacists, and Social Workers - Abdullah M. Alghamdi, Basmah A.Alamri, Tahani M.Alsalmi, Mohammed H. Khubrani, Mohammed A. Alanazi, Norah S. Algahtani, Najwa J.Alshammari, Nourah A. Al Enazi, Lamia K. Albugami - IJIRMPS Volume 9, Issue 1, January-February 2021. DOI 10.5281/zenodo.13986576

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