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Evaluations reported predominantly positive findings, particularly with regard to quality of life, anxiety, depressive symptoms, and coping. However, most studies focused on advanced cancer more broadly rather than on advanced breast cancer specifically.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusions<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>The reviewed literature suggests that technology-based interventions for informal caregivers of people with advanced cancer are available in several countries and address a range of support needs. However, no intervention tailored to relatives of patients with advanced breast cancer was identified as having been fully developed and evaluated. The findings highlight the need for future research on targeted, sustainable digital support for this group. 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