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Early-onset cyclophosphamide-induced interstitial pneumonitis
JAMA
|December 28, 1979
Summary
Cyclophosphamide chemotherapy can cause interstitial pneumonitis, a lung condition. Discontinuing the drug resolved lung issues in three lymphoma patients, highlighting the need for prompt pulmonary investigation during treatment.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Pulmonology
- Pharmacology
Background:
- Interstitial pneumonitis is a potential adverse effect of chemotherapy.
- Cyclophosphamide is a commonly used chemotherapeutic agent.
- Diffuse histiocytic lymphoma is an aggressive form of non-Hodgkin lymphoma.