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Selected complications in neuro-oncology patients
1Xeuro-Oncology Department, University of California, San Francisco 94117, USA.
Objectives:
To identify the causes of and discuss nursing management of those complications that are unique to the brain tumor patient population.
Data Sources:
Published articles and books related to neurological and nonneurological complications in the neuro-oncology patient.
Conclusions:
Seizures, cerebral edema, thromboembolism, and endocrine dysfunction are several complications experienced by the neuro-oncology patient. These complications can be caused by the tumor or treatment of this disease.
Implications For Nursing Practice:
Care of the neuro-oncology patient is complex. Knowledge of the potential complications that patients may experience and how to manage these problems serves to enhance their quality of life.