Needs of neuro-oncological patients and their caregivers during the hospitalization and after discharge: results from a longitudinal study
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DOI: 10.1007/s00520-017-3619-6
Abstract: PurposeThe aims of this study are to identify neuro-oncological patients’ and their caregivers’ needs during hospitalization (T0) and at 4 months after discharge (T1); to analyze the longitudinal changes in patients’ and caregivers’ needs and burden;… read more here.
Keywords: oncological patients; neuro oncological; patients caregivers; caregivers needs ... See more keywords
Prospective observational study on the complications and tolerability of a peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) in neuro-oncological patients
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DOI: 10.1007/s00520-019-05128-x
Abstract: Purpose The use of central venous catheters with peripheral insertion (PICC) has increased rapidly in recent years, particularly in cancer patients. The benefits provided may occasionally be affected by relevant complications, such as infections and… read more here.
Keywords: oncological patients; prospective observational; neuro oncological; tolerability ... See more keywords
Safe distance, safe patients! Therapeutic management of oncological patients affected by cutaneous and mucosal adverse events during the COVID-19 pandemic: an Italian experience
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DOI: 10.1007/s00520-020-05563-1
Abstract: Stringent measures have been taken to contain COVID-19 spread, limiting access only for urgent visits, surgery procedures, or hospitalizations and using teledermatology services for non-urgent cases. Management of oncological patients affected by chemo-, immune-, and… read more here.
Keywords: oncological patients; mucosal adverse; cutaneous mucosal; management oncological ... See more keywords
198 Neutrophil Lymphocyte Ratio (NLR), Lymphocyte Monocyte Ratio (LMR), and Platelet Lymphocyte Ratio (PLR) as Predictive Markers of SICU Stay in Oncological Patients.
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DOI: 10.1093/ajcp/aqaf121.241
Abstract: Systemic inflammation plays a key role in cancer progression and recovery. Inflammatory markers such as neutrophil lymphocyte ratio (NLR), lymphocyte monocyte ratio (LMR) and platelet lymphocyte ratio (PLR), derived from routine tests like complete blood… read more here.
Keywords: oncological patients; plr; sicu stay; lymphocyte ratio ... See more keywords
Stenotrophomonas maltophilia bacteremia in hemato-oncological patients
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DOI: 10.1093/jpids/piae093.019
Abstract: Stenotrophomonas maltophilia is an increasingly common cause of bacteremia in immunocompromised patients, particularly those with underlying neutropenia. This study aims to characterize the clinical presentation, risk factors, and outcomes of Stenotrophomas maltophilia bacteremia in pediatric… read more here.
Keywords: hemato oncological; oncological patients; maltophilia bacteremia; stenotrophomas maltophilia ... See more keywords
Antifungal treatment in haematological and oncological patients: Need for quality assessment in routine care
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DOI: 10.1111/myc.12768
Abstract: Invasive fungal infections in haematological and oncological patients have a major impact on morbidity, mortality and treatment costs. Therefore, rational use of antifungal agents is important for optimal patient care and resource use. The study's… read more here.
Keywords: haematological oncological; oncological patients; antifungal treatment; treatment ... See more keywords
Is sub-mSv CT for evaluation of non-specific findings in bone scintigraphy of oncological patients feasible?
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DOI: 10.1177/0284185119874481
Abstract: Background Hybrid SPECT/CT systems allow the shortening of lead time for investigation of cancer patients, since a complementary CT for radiological characterization of focally increased isotope uptake of unclear origin in bone scintigraphy can be… read more here.
Keywords: dose; sub msv; oncological patients; bone scintigraphy ... See more keywords
Dyspnea in Oncological Patients: a Brain Teaser
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DOI: 10.15420/ecr.2021.62
Abstract: Dyspnea is one of the most common symptoms in oncological patients with greater prevalence in lung cancer and advanced disease states. Causes of dyspnea can be directly or indirectly associated with cancer, anti-neoplastic therapies and… read more here.
Keywords: dyspnea; brain teaser; dyspnea oncological; patients brain ... See more keywords
Oncological patient management on the territory: the results of a survey in the north-west of Italy
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DOI: 10.18549/pharmpract.2022.4.2716
Abstract: Objective: To investigate the role of community pharmacists in the therapeutic process of oncological patients and to assess these patients’ state of acceptance of their disease and their relationship with their therapies, we performed a… read more here.
Keywords: north west; west italy; survey; management ... See more keywords
Cancer associated thrombosis: comparison of characteristics, treatment, and outcomes in oncological and non-oncological patients followed by Pulmonary Embolism Response Team.
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DOI: 10.20452/pamw.16421
Abstract: INTRODUCTION The risk of venous thromboembolism (VTE) in cancer is currently 12 times higher than in the general population and even 23 times higher when receiving chemotherapy. The main goal of pulmonary embolism response team… read more here.
Keywords: embolism response; pulmonary embolism; oncological patients; cancer ... See more keywords
Raising awareness of immune-related side effects in oncological patients under palliative care: two cases report.
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DOI: 10.21037/apm-22-1077
Abstract: BACKGROUND Immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICI) have emerged as a successful treatment option for diverse cancer entities. However, ICI therapy can be associated with immune-related adverse events (irAE) that can affect any organ system. These side… read more here.
Keywords: palliative care; immune related; side effects; oncological patients ... See more keywords