Introduction of vincristine mini-bags and an assessment of the subsequent risk of extravasation

Conclusions The administration of vincristine in small volume intravenous bags was safe, practical, and feasible in all patient groups. The successful implementation of the international recommendations for vincristine administration in mini-bags to eliminate potential inadvertent intrathecal administration was dependent on stakeholder buy-in.

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Source: Journal of Oncology Pharmacy Practice - August 25, 2015 Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Nurgat, Z., Smythe, M., Al-Jedai, A., Ewing, S., Rasheed, W., Belgaumi, A., Ahmed, S., Ashour, M., Agil, A. A., Siddiqui, K., Aljurf, M. Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research