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Chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting.

Catherine M Bender1, Roxanne W McDaniel, Kathleen Murphy-Ende

  • 1University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing, 3500 Victoria Street, Room 415, Victoria Building, Pittsburgh, PA 15261, USA. cbe100@pitt.edu

Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing
|March 14, 2002
PubMed
Summary

Chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting (CINV) affects up to 60% of patients. This review explores current pharmacologic and behavioral strategies to manage these challenging chemotherapy side effects.

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Area of Science:

  • Oncology
  • Pharmacology
  • Patient Symptom Management

Background:

  • Nausea and vomiting (N&V) are significant, distressing side effects of cancer chemotherapy.
  • Despite advancements in antiemetic medications, a substantial percentage of patients (up to 60%) still experience N&V.
  • Accurate incidence data for chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting (CINV) is challenging due to patient variability and treatment regimens.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the current scientific understanding of chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting (CINV).
  • To examine and synthesize effective pharmacologic interventions for managing CINV.
  • To explore evidence-based behavioral strategies for alleviating chemotherapy-related N&V.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of scientific studies on chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting.

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  • Analysis of pharmacologic agents used for antiemesis in cancer patients.
  • Evaluation of behavioral interventions for managing chemotherapy side effects.

    • Main Results:

    • Existing antiemetic therapies, while improved, do not fully eliminate N&V for all patients.
    • A combination of pharmacologic and behavioral approaches shows promise in managing CINV.
    • Further research is needed to refine treatment protocols and improve patient outcomes.

    Conclusions:

    • Chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting remains a prevalent and challenging side effect.
    • A comprehensive management strategy integrating pharmacologic and behavioral interventions is crucial.
    • Continued investigation into novel treatments and supportive care is essential for improving quality of life during cancer therapy.