Safe Handling of Cytotoxics: Guideline Recommendations

201569 citationsJournal Articlegold Open Access

Authors

Anthony Easty · University Health Network

N. Coakley · McMaster University

Ryan R. Cheng

Maureen Cividino · Public Health Ontario

Pamela Savage · Princess Margaret Cancer Centre

Richard Tozer · Juravinski Hospital

Rachel E. White · University of Toronto

Abstract

Reducing the likelihood of accidental exposure to cytotoxic agents within the medication circuit is the main objective of this evidenced-based guideline. The recommendations differ slightly from earlier guidelines because of the availability of new evidence.

Topics & Keywords

Safe Handling of Antineoplastic Drugs Pharmaceutical studies and practices

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Current Oncology

Volume 22, Issue 1, pp. 27-37

DOI: 10.3747/co.21.2151

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