Exploring the Use of Traditional and Complementary Medicine in Pediatric Oncology: A Mixed‐Methods Study From Uganda

Key Points

• The aim is to explore the use of traditional and complementary medicine (T&CM) among children with cancer in Uganda and its integration into clinical practice.
• Conducted a mixed-methods study involving surveys and interviews with stakeholders.
• Analyzed the prevalence of T&CM usage among pediatric oncology patients.
• Evaluated the barriers and facilitators for discussing T&CM in clinical settings.
• T&CM is widely used by children with cancer in Uganda.
• There is a significant gap in discussions about T&CM in clinical practice.
• Incorporating T&CM discussions may support safe integration with conventional care.