Any cancer commencing in the female reproductive organs is referred to as gynecologic cancer. Gynecologic cancers, including cervical, ovarian, uterine, vaginal, and vulvar cancers, continue to present a significant public health challenge, impacting millions of women worldwide [1]. These cancers are not only physically debilitating but also induce considerable emotional and psychological strain. While advances in treatment have been made, the incidence of these cancers is rising globally, and the overall prognosis remains poor in many regions, especially where access to healthcare is limited [2]. Research on gynecological oncology nursing care highlights the need for holistic and multidisciplinary approaches to patient care, as these cancers profoundly affect women’s quality of life (QoL).

On the other hand, effective nursing interventions go beyond managing physical symptoms such as pain and nausea; they encompass emotional support, psychological counseling, patient education, and symptom management. These interventions play a pivotal role in improving patient outcomes, helping women navigate the complexities of treatment regimens, and ensuring comprehensive care. The impact of nursing interventions on QoL, however, remains an area that requires further exploration, particularly in terms of understanding how various aspects of nursing care can influence physical, emotional, and psychological well-being across diverse patient populations [3].

Good nursing care for cancer patient can enhance the overall wellbeing of the cancer patients. Gynecological oncology nursing care is a dedicated field of nursing which will emphases on giving a broad attention to women diagnosed with gynecological cancers [4]. Gynecological cancers include granulosa cell tumors, genital tract melanoma, cervical cancer with fertility-sparing surgery, and endometrial cancer [5].

Cervical cancer incidence has declined in Europe but remains a significant public health concern. This is underscored by 2018 data reporting 61,000 new cases and 25,800 deaths. Survival outcomes also reveal disparities across the region, with a five-year relative survival rate of 62% between 2000 and 2007, ranging from 57% in Eastern Europe to 67% in Northern Europe. Cervical cancer remains a significant global health issue despite advances in prevention and treatment. In 2020, there were an estimated 604,000 new cases and 342,000 deaths worldwide [6]. There is a great variation of cervical cancer rates across different geographical regions. These differences result due to complex interactions between healthcare infrastructure, access to screening and vaccination programs, socioeconomic factors and cultural practices. These disparities underscore the need for targeted nursing interventions to improve patient outcomes and bridge gaps in care across different regions.

Other gynecological cancers, including ovarian, uterine, and vulvar cancers, also present significant health challenges. For example, ovarian cancer is the most common cause of gynecological cancer deaths worldwide, with over 300,000 new cases and 185,000 deaths annually [6]. The survival rates for ovarian and uterine cancers are generally higher than those for cervical cancer, but significant disparities still exist between countries and regions. Similar to cervical cancer, these differences are influenced by healthcare access, early detection practices, and treatment availability. Targeted nursing interventions are equally necessary for these cancers to improve outcomes and enhance quality of life for women globally [7].

Gynecologic oncology nurses provide comprehensive, patient-centered care, going beyond emotional support. In addition to emotional support, they assist with treatment planning, advocate for patient needs, and guide them through the treatment process. Successful interventions include symptom management such as pain control, fatigue, and nausea, psychological counseling, and patient education programs that improve both emotional and physical outcomes [8]. Multidisciplinary care models combining psychological support and physical rehabilitation have been particularly effective in enhancing quality of life. Thus, gynecologic oncology nurses play a crucial role in symptom management, patient education, and holistic care, leading to improved patient outcomes [8].

This specialized nursing care encompasses a range of functions, including administering chemotherapy, monitoring and interpreting vital signs, assessing therapeutic responses, and providing comprehensive support, all of which require specialized training and expertise in oncology nursing [9]. Nursing care plays a significant role in improving people’s well-being across various healthcare settings. In hospitals, they administer treatments, monitor conditions, and collaborate with the medical team. In home-care centers, nurses provide ongoing support, manage chronic conditions, and help patients maintain independence.

Quality of life encompasses physical, mental, emotional, and social well-being [10]. Nursing care plays a critical role in enhancing these aspects by providing targeted interventions. For instance, ongoing care for patients with chronic conditions includes monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and teaching self-management strategies [11]. These nursing interventions help manage chronic diseases effectively, alleviating symptoms and improving physical health, ultimately leading to a better overall quality of life.

Gynecologic cancers remain a major public health issue for women globally, with over 1 million women diagnosed annually, resulting in significant impairments in physical function as well as psychological disturbances, leading to a reduction in QoL [12]. Studies show that up to 40% of women with gynecologic cancers experience significant emotional distress, while 60% report a decline in physical health-related quality of life during treatment (Global Cancer Statistics and Reports, https://www.who.int/). This study aims to evaluate the impact of lifestyle interventions and gynecological oncology nursing care on improving the quality of life in women diagnosed with gynecological cancers, through a systematic review and meta-analysis approach.

The study also aims to narrows its focus to evaluate the effects of specific lifestyle interventions and high-quality gynecological oncology nursing care on key QoL dimensions, such as physical, emotional, and social well-being. By concentrating on standardized QoL metrics and clearly defined intervention strategies, we aim to provide actionable insights into the efficacy of these approaches. In particular, this study investigates the short-term effects (within six months) of intensive psychological nursing care on the emotional and social well-being. This targeted approach allows for a more in-depth examination of how focused interventions influence QoL outcomes and provides evidence to inform tailored care strategies for patients with gynecological cancers.

The study provides strong evidence supporting the beneficial effects of lifestyle interventions and gynecological oncology nursing care in improving the overall QoL among patients with gynecological cancers. The study necessitates integrating comprehensive nursing strategies into gynecologic oncology patients care [23]. The meta-analysis on lifestyle treatments contrasted intervention and control groups, suggesting effectiveness. The pooled analysis shows a mean difference of 0.77, however most studies indicate non-significant findings and broad confidence ranges. This emphasises the importance of patient demographics, baseline health state, and socioeconomic situations. The variability and moderate heterogeneity in the outcomes may arise from disparities in research design, demographic characteristics, or intervention execution. Study design differences, including randomised controlled trials (RCTs) and observational studies, might create biases or influence the comparability of results. Variations in demographic attributes, including age, initial health condition, socio-economic position, and cultural influences, may potentially affect the observed outcomes. Future research should prioritise standardised processes while permitting adaptability in treatments. Consequently, by acknowledging these causes of variability and heterogeneity, researchers may formulate more effective, context-specific therapies that enhance outcomes for varied groups. The result is in agreement with prior reports by Mokhtari-Hessari and Montazeri (2020) [24], which reported significant improvements in QoL among breast cancer patients. Their study focus on addressing symptoms like pain and lymphedema, as well as emotional and sexual health concerns [24].

Similarly, Wang et al. (2023) [25] validated the QoL in Patient/Cancer Survivor Version (QOLCSV-C) as a reliable tool for measuring cancer survivors’ QoL and suggested future refinement for enhanced precision and cost-effectiveness. However, Smits et al. (2015) [26] found no significant effects of similar interventions, highlighting the critical role of participant engagement and implementation quality in influencing outcomes. The study emphasises nurses’ importance in preventing illness, encouraging healthy lifestyles, and meeting patients’ physical and emotional needs. Nurses’ holistic approach reduces anxiety, sadness, and stress, enhancing patient well-being and treatment results. They improve patient independence and dignity via rehabilitation, education, and palliative care, improving QoL [27]. This is because nurses are directly or indirectly engaged in promoting health and inhibition of disease activities. They teach patients about fit and wealthy lifestyles, immunizations, and early recognition and understanding of health problems. Care pertaining to prevention of disease onset and outbreak can help patients stay healthier and enjoy a higher quality of life. Nurses have a key role to fill in health care, particularly with pain management and assessment as it is something they experience each day. First and foremost is to provide patients with as much comfort while dealing with both short term pain or more longer. Nurses are supposed to care for not only the physical needs of a patient but emotional as well, from those who can’t speak and even through the healing process with families. That help is critical particularly in challenging moments: receiving a medical diagnosis, being hospitalized. It helps to reduce the level of anxiety, depression and stress that can greatly impact upon how a person feels emotionally [28].

Another key part of a nurse’s job is educating both patients and their families about the patient’s condition and the care they need. This education helps families provide better support, which can improve the patient’s social well-being and quality of life. In palliative and hospice care, nurses focus on providing comfort and managing symptoms, making sure patients have a peaceful and dignified end-of-life experience. The care they offer in these settings can have a profound impact, offering much-needed comfort to both patients and their families during difficult times [29]. Nurses also play an important role in helping patients recover from surgeries, injuries, or illnesses. Their support in physical rehabilitation is crucial for helping people regain their independence, which is a big part of improving their quality of life. Nurses also spend a lot of time educating patients about their health, treatment options, and the importance of self-care. This education can lead to better decision-making, greater adherence to treatment plans, and ultimately a better quality of life [30]. Primary care providers also have an important role. They should offer guidance on maintaining a healthy lifestyle, keep a close eye on symptoms that might emerge after treatment, and make sure that patients stick to their prescribed therapies. These providers are essential advocates for cancer survivors and those undergoing long-term treatments, providing ongoing support, education, and monitoring to help improve their patients’ overall quality of life.

Nursing care interventions demonstrated substantial positive impacts on physical, emotional, and social dimensions of QoL. For example, Aktas et al. (2015) [31] found that home-based nursing care significantly enhanced QoL among women undergoing gynecological cancer management. Furthermore, Ma et al. (2021) [32] showed that intensive psychological nursing care mitigated adverse moods and enhanced QoL in cervical cancer patients compared to standard care. Tuominen et al. [33] reported that high-quality nursing care reduced postoperative complications, shortened recovery times, and improved overall outcomes for patients with gynecological cancer. The primary influencing factors for postoperative incision infections in gynecological tumor patients included the duration to resume ambulation, time for postoperative meals, recovery time after surgery, length of hospital stay, and the overall quality of life. The positive impact of high-quality nursing interventions on preventing postoperative incision infections is evident, highlighting the need for their widespread implementation in clinical nursing practice [31]. To lessen the possibility of reappearance and subsequent tumours, appraisal of lifestyle dynamics counting use of smoke cigarettes, fatness, and use of liquors are essential. Routine physical activity will also enhance the quality of life and strengthen the rate of increase in cancer persistence; it might also give a big contribution in managing cases of exhaustion, discomfort, metabolic syndrome, osteoporosis, and cognitive impairment [34]. Despite the considerable emphasis on survivorship care plans and clinics, there is a scarcity of evidence demonstrating their effectiveness in enhancing outcomes [31]. Nursing care is an integral part of healthcare that directly affects the quality of life of patients. Through their holistic approach to care, nurses contribute to physical, mental, emotional, and social well-being, ultimately helping individuals live healthier, more fulfilling lives. The effect of nursing care in quality life shines the spot light for having a compassionated and well trained nurses as part of health system [35]. In fact, further studies are needed to determine which parts of nursing care that has the greatest impact on the outcome and also in addressing patient subgroups who may benefit most from this intervention.

Finally, strengthening the nursing care providing to patients with gynecological disease has an importance in which can improve their concerns for better health-related quality of life among these other individuals reducing as a result from patient-centered and comprehensive cancer care [36]. In addition, future investigation should involve identification of the most effective elements of nursing care and determination which patient groups may benefit best. Furthermore, large long-term follow-up studies are needed to investigate the aspects of quality-of-life performance. Funders who are being asked to sponsor health care interventions would also do well to reconsider how they spend their money in relevance of the efficacy evidence. Future research should find out why the key elements of successful interventions are what they are and unpack reasons for outcome variation between populations and settings. It all helps in creating a more productive and well-rounded campaign that combines social media for maximum visibility.

There are several limitations in the study. First, time-based selection bias may have occurred during the screening process, as changes in clinical practices, research methodologies, and nursing care over time could have influenced study outcomes. Although no restrictions were placed on the publication year, future research should examine how temporal factors affect results. Second, the heterogeneity across the included studies, including differences in study designs, patient populations, and intervention methods, introduces variability that may impact the generalizability of the findings. Additionally, publication bias could have influenced the results, as only published studies were included, potentially leading to an overestimation of the efficacy of interventions. The majority of the included studies also had short follow-up periods, limiting insights into the long-term sustainability of improvements in QoL. Furthermore, there was a lack of detailed subgroup analyses, making it difficult to identify which specific patient populations might benefit most from these interventions. This is because of the inherent variability and limited granularity of the data obtained from the included studies. Moreover, the included studies varied significantly in terms of their design, patient populations, and intervention methodologies. Future research should focus on long-term follow-up studies to assess the sustainability of QoL improvements over time. Subgroup analyses should be prioritized to understand the differential impacts of interventions on various patient characteristics such as age, disease stage, and socioeconomic background. Additionally, more research is needed to explore the underlying mechanisms through which lifestyle interventions and nursing care influence QoL, as well as economic evaluations to assess the cost-effectiveness of these interventions.

In summary, our study demonstrates lifestyle intervention could improve the QoL in women who have been diagnosed with gynecological cancers. The study suggested a beneficial influence of the lifestyle interventions on QoL, especially after six months follow-up. However, the impact of oncology nursing interventions remains inconclusive, with mixed results and no statistically significant pooled effect. These outcomes underscore the need for further research to standardize intervention protocols and reduce variability in study designs and populations. Areas for future work will include investigating the components of life style and nursing interventions which are most effective, exploring what underpins variability in outcome, and looking at longer-term outcomes and the sustainability of QoL improvements.

All data points generated or analysed during this study are included in this article and there are no further underlying data necessary to reproduce the results.

LH designed the research study, performed the meta-analysis research and analyzed the data. LH contributed to editorial changes in the manuscript; LH read and approved the final manuscript. LH has participated sufficiently in the work and agreed to be accountable for all aspects of the work.

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The study is funded by Scientific Research Project of Jiangxi Provincial Department of Education: Study on the therapeutic effect of comprehensive treatment of traditional Chinese and Western medicine combined with moxibustion and nourishing care of Baliao acupoints on patients with pelvic inflammatory diseases (GJJ203303); Teaching Reform Project of Jiangxi Provincial Department of Education: Research on the Integration of “Traditional Medical Ethics Culture” into the Teaching Reform Practice of Obstetrics and Gynecology Nursing (JXJG-21-44-10) and School-level innovation team “Reorganization and innovation team of Traditional Chinese Medicine rehabilitation Technology”, project number: 2022CX05.

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Supplementary material associated with this article can be found, in the online version, at https://doi.org/10.31083/CEOG26379.