Integration of complementary medicine in uro-oncology Integration von Komplementärmedizin in die Uroonkologie

Hack C, Seitz K, Thederan I, Wüfling P, Wullich B, Bellut L, Herrmann HJ, Zopf Y (2025)

Publication Type: Journal article

Publication year: 2025

Journal

Die Urologie Springer

DOI: 10.1007/s00120-025-02639-w

Abstract

Background: The use of complementary medicine is growing in all fields of oncology. Objectives: This article aims to highlight the importance of integrating complementary medicine into uro-oncology. Methods: Based on current literature, an overview of the current state of complementary medicine and its importance in treatment management in uro-oncology is provided, as well as future opportunities and challenges. Results: Complementary medicine offers a valuable complement to conventional medicine in uro-oncology. While there is very good evidence for some procedures, which is reflected in the S3 guideline on complementary medicine for oncology patients, scientific evidence is lacking for others. Classic natural healing modalities, such as phytotherapy, hydrotherapy, nutrition, and exercise, can help improve patients’ physical and psychological well-being, reduce complications and side effects, and achieve treatment goals. Conclusion: In recent years, complementary medicine has become established in oncology. It offers the opportunity to improve quality of life and treatment management, including in uro-oncology. It will continue to gain importance in the coming years.

Authors with CRIS profile

Carolin Hack Medizinische Fakultät Katharina Seitz Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Bernd Wullich Lehrstuhl für Urologie Laura Bellut Urologische Klinik Yurdagül Zopf Professur für Integrative Medizin mit dem Schwerpunkt Ernährungsmedizin (Stiftungsprofessur der Hector Stiftung II gGmbH)

Involved external institutions

Martini-Klinik Hamburg DE Germany (DE) PINK gegen Brustkrebs GmbH DE Germany (DE)

How to cite

APA:

Hack, C., Seitz, K., Thederan, I., Wüfling, P., Wullich, B., Bellut, L.,... Zopf, Y. (2025). Integration of complementary medicine in uro-oncology Integration von Komplementärmedizin in die Uroonkologie. Die Urologie. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00120-025-02639-w

MLA:

Hack, Carolin, et al. "Integration of complementary medicine in uro-oncology Integration von Komplementärmedizin in die Uroonkologie." Die Urologie (2025).

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