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ArticleSupportive care in cancer : official journal of the Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer2025

Home-based treatment for patients with hematological cancer in Denmark-A national overview.

Kristina Holmegaard Nørskov, Hanne Bødtcher, Tine Rosenberg, Camilla Thim Damgaard, Iben Husted Nielsen, Helle Enggaard, Susanne Oksbjerg Dalton

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  1. Bringing the hospital home: exploring the challenges and perspectives of healthcare professionals on home treatment in hemato-oncology: a qualitative analysis.Supportive care in cancer : official journal of the Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer · 2026
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Kristina Holmegaard NørskovDepartment of Haematology, Zealand University Hospital, Roskilde, Denmark. Knors@regionsjaelland.dk.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0002-1055-9161
Hanne BødtcherDanish Cancer Institute, Danish Cancer Society, Copenhagen, Denmark.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0001-6615-3657
Tine RosenbergDepartment of Hematology, Odense University Hospital, Odense, Denmark.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0002-7874-5526
Camilla Thim DamgaardDepartment of Hematology, Aarhus University Hospital, Aarhus, Denmark.ORCID http://orcid.org/0009-0004-0766-9724
Iben Husted NielsenDepartment of Hematology, Copenhagen University Hospital, Rigshospitalet, Copenhagen, Denmark.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0001-7618-3729
Helle EnggaardClinical Nursing Research Unit & Clinical Cancer Research Center, Aalborg University Hospital, Aalborg, Denmark.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0002-9710-8768
Susanne Oksbjerg DaltonDanish Cancer Institute, Danish Cancer Society, Copenhagen, Denmark.ORCID http://orcid.org/0000-0002-5485-2730

Funding

Danish Cancer Society Research Center R330-A20099
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

purposeTo investigate the extent and practice of home-based treatment for patients with hematologic malignancies in Denmark.

methodsThis nationwide exploratory study was conducted at all Danish hematologic departments (n = 9). Each site received an online questionnaire for the collection of data on the type of therapy administered as home-based treatment, the specific treatments with details on target populations, patient criteria, implementation status, and practice for clinical management.

resultsSix types of therapy were offered as home-based treatments across the Danish hematologic departments: chemotherapy, immunoglobulin, immunotherapy, hydration therapy, antibiotics, and parenteral nutrition. In total, 17 treatments were offered, with the majority being provided to patients with multiple myeloma. Immunoglobulin and antibiotics were most often provided at home. Variations were identified regarding patient criteria for receiving home-based treatment, including personal resources and social networks, use of intravenous accesses and infusion pumps, and timing of initiation of home-based treatment.

conclusionThere is variation in the implementation of home-based treatment for patients with hematologic malignancies in Denmark, including different criteria and practices. To fully realize the benefits of home-based treatment, it is imperative to address access disparities, standardize practices, and enhance support for patients and caregivers. Continued research, collaboration, and policy development are essential to ensure that all patients have equitable access to high-quality home-based treatment options.

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Hematologic NeoplasmsHome Care ServicesDenmarkFemaleHumansMaleSurveys and QuestionnairesHematologyHomeHome-basedTreatment

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PMCPMC12575531

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