| Autor: |
Thomas, C. R., Stelzer, K. J., Douglas, J. G., Koh, W. J., Wood, L. V., Panicker, R. |
| Jazyk: |
angličtina |
| Rok vydání: |
1994 |
| Předmět: |
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| Popis: |
This article completes a summary of the common medical emergencies that can occur as a result of infectious processes (Part I) and antitumor treatment secondary to chemotherapy, biological response modifiers, or radiotherapy (Part II). The use of high-dose cytotoxic agents, coupled with the common instillation of indwelling central venous access devices, have altered the spectrum of infectious etiologies that are appreciated in clinical practice. In addition, a myriad of cytotoxic agents and radiotherapeutic treatment schemes are used widely in clinical oncologic practice. While most of their related side effects are not considered life-threatening emergencies, they can be fatal if not recognized early and treated promptly. Moreover, some of these infectious and treatment-related sequelae can be prevented. This article highlights some of these clinical observations. |
| Databáze: |
OpenAIRE |
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