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Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy: Association With Increased Risk of Falls and Injuries

Estelle Autissier

CJON 2019, 23(4), 405-410 DOI: 10.1188/19.CJON.405-410

Background: Chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN) is a debilitating and degenerative side effect of many commonly used chemotherapy agents. Symptoms manifest as sensory and motor neuropathies. CIPN may necessitate chemotherapy dose reduction or discontinuation. Objectives: This review...

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Clinical Challenges

Postchemotherapy Confusion

Sheryl L. Stewart

ONF 2001, 1361-1362 DOI:

Ms. M is a 31-year-old female with metastatic osteogenic sarcoma. She has received multiple chemotherapeutic agents in the past, including cisplatin, and has experienced periodic disease-free intervals. She has no evidence of abdominal disease and no prior nephrectomy.

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Research Highlights

Diane G. Cope

ONF 2001, 1091-1092 DOI:

Research highlights of the 37th annual meeting of the American Society of Clinical Oncology, May 12-15, 2001, in San Francisco, CA.

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Weight Gain and Quality of Life in Women Treated With Adjuvant Chemotherapy for Early-Stage Breast Cancer

Jennifer A. McInnes

M. Tish Knobf

ONF 2001, 675-684 DOI:

Purpose/Objectives: To document weight gain in women treated with adjuvant chemotherapy for early-stage breast cancer and to examine the relationship of weight gain and perceived quality of life (QOL). Design: Descriptive, correlational study. Setting: Data collected in three settings: an...

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Metastatic Breast Cancer: Understanding Current Management Options

Kerry McGinn

Jacqueline Moore

ONF 2001, 507-514 DOI:

Purpose/Objectives: To review the standard treatment options for metastatic breast cancer, present recently approved chemotherapeutic and hormonal approaches, and describe novel biologic therapies, particularly the use of monoclonal antibodies. Data Sources: Published articles, abstracts, and...

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