Publications by authors named "Blossom Bell"

This study aimed to synthesize all qualitative evidence on the experiences of hematopoietic stem cell transplant (HSCT) patients attending long-term monitoring clinics from their perspective. A systematic search of the literature was undertaken across 8 databases. The Critical Appraisal Skills Program was used to evaluate each study's quality.

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Purpose: Despite a haematopoietic stem cell transplant (HSCT) being a potentially curative treatment option for malignant and non-malignant disorders, patients may develop complex physical and psychological post-transplant complications. Consequently, transplant centres remain responsible for patients' life-long monitoring and screening practices. We sought to describe how HSCT survivors experience long-term follow-up (LTFU) monitoring clinics in England.

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Objectives: Presentation of persistent physical symptoms is associated with increased health care utilization, yet clinical outcomes often remain suboptimal. This systematic review aimed to determine whether psychological interventions are effective for the management of PPS and if so, what are the features of the interventions and at what level of care are they delivered. The review also set out to establish which symptoms in those diagnosed with PPS can be effectively managed with psychological intervention.

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