Update on clinical practice guideline on the use of epoetin and darbepoetin in adult patients with cancer
Journal Title: Generics and Biosimilars Initiative Journal - Year 2013, Vol 2, Issue 2
Abstract
Chemotherapy-induced anaemia can be treated using erythropoiesis-stimulating agents (ESAs), but these can cause serious side-effects including tumour progression, venous thromboembolism, and shorter survival. Following extensive review of recent literature, the American Society of Clinical Oncology and the American Society of Hematology have updated their guidelines on the use of ESAs. New recommendations include minimising the use of ESA in patients receiving chemotherapy with curative intent.
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- EP ID EP355049
- DOI 10.5639/gabij.2013.0202.018
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