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ArticleFrontiers in pharmacology2026

Integrative multidisciplinary oncological approach in cancer patients receiving oncological treatments: a case series.

Giuliana Ciappina, Giordana Di Mauro, Mariapia Marafioti, Fabiola De Luca, Gaetano Facchini, Benedetta Raneri, Emanuela Esposito, Mariacarmela Santarpia, Liliana Montella, Massimiliano Berretta

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Article in Frontiers in pharmacology, 2026. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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Giuliana Ciappina *Department of Medical Sciences, Section of Experimental Medicine, University of Ferrara, Ferrara, Italy.
Giordana Di Mauro *Department of Human Pathology "G. Barresi", School of Specialization in Medical Oncology, University of Messina, Messina, Italy.
Mariapia MarafiotiDepartment of Human Pathology "G. Barresi", School of Specialization in Medical Oncology, University of Messina, Messina, Italy.
Fabiola De LucaDepartment of Chemical, Biological, Pharmaceutical and Environmental Sciences, University of Messina, Messina, Italy.
Gaetano FacchiniDivision of Medical Oncology, "Santa Maria delle Grazie" Hospital, Pozzuoli, Italy.
Benedetta RaneriDepartment of Human Pathology "G. Barresi", School of Specialization in Medical Oncology, University of Messina, Messina, Italy.
Emanuela EspositoDepartment of Chemical, Biological, Pharmaceutical and Environmental Sciences, University of Messina, Messina, Italy.
Mariacarmela SantarpiaMedical Oncology Unit, Department of Human Pathology "G. Barresi", University of Messina, Messina, Italy.
Liliana Montella *Division of Medical Oncology, "Santa Maria delle Grazie" Hospital, Pozzuoli, Italy.
Massimiliano Berretta *Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, University of Messina, Messina, Italy.

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Abstract

Background: Complementary and integrative medicine (CIM) practices are increasingly utilized by cancer patients to alleviate treatment-related side effects and support immune function. Among these, mycotherapy has gained attention for its potential hematologic and immunomodulatory benefits. Methods: We report a retrospective observational case series of six cancer patients receiving standard oncologic therapy who were supplemented with a commercially available herbal preparation as part of routine integrative supportive care. Neutrophil count and patient-reported quality of life were monitored during standard clinical follow-up. Results: During supplementation, a temporal association was observed between integrative treatment and stabilization of neutrophil count, allowing continuation of anticancer therapy without further dose reductions or prolonged interruptions. No adverse events attributable to the supplement were recorded. Discussion: Although limited by its small sample size and observational design, this case series suggests that integrative mycotherapy may represent a feasible supportive approach in selected patients experiencing treatment-related hematologic toxicity. Conclusion: In this case series study, neutrophil recovery was observed with a temporal association between the herbal preparation and the outcome. These findings should be interpreted as hypothesis generating. Prospective controlled studies are warranted to clarify efficacy, safety, and optimal integration strategies within standard oncology care.

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cancerchemotherapy side effectscomplementary and alternative medicineintegrative medicinemycotherapyneutropenia

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PMID42222148
PMCPMC13216047

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