The reasons and frequency of complementary and alternative medication (CAM) use among lung cancer patients

S. Alpar, B. Kurt, U. Turay, M. Gülhan, B. Ulubas, C. Özdilekcan, H. Bayiz, N. Basay, S. Aslan, M. Önal, S. Arinç, S. S. Hacievliyagil, E. Akpinar, D. Ernam, M. Kiyik (Ankara, Bolu, , Sivas, Istanbul, Malatya, Turkey)

Source: Annual Congress 2010 - Best supportive care and palliation for lung cancer patients
Session: Best supportive care and palliation for lung cancer patients
Session type: Thematic Poster Session
Number: 3301

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