Common emergencies in cancer medicine: infectious and treatment-related syndromes, Part I.

C. R. Thomas, L. V. Wood, J. G. Douglas, K. J. Stelzer, W. Koh, R. Panicker

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Abstract

This two-part article, the last in a series of articles on cancer emergencies, summarizes 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.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)765-774
Number of pages10
JournalJournal of the National Medical Association
Volume86
Issue number10
StatePublished - Oct 1994
Externally publishedYes

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Medicine

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