Cancer - Nutritional Implications of Treatment

Summary of Recommendations and Evidence


 

[A] The following conclusions are supported by good evidence:

There is good evidence to support the use of antiemetics in cancer treatment-related nausea and vomiting.

 

[B] The following conclusions are supported by fair evidence:

Prophylactic cryotherapy (i.e. sucking on ice chips starting five minutes before chemotherapy bolus is given and for a total of 20-30 minutes) while receiving certain chemotherapeutic agents (Melphalan or bolus 5-FU) may prevent the development of severe oral

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