Understanding chemotherapy - Macmillan Cancer

Understanding chemotherapyDisclaimerWe make every effort to ensure that the information we provide is accurate and up to datebut it should not be relied upon as a substitute for specialist professional advice tailored toyour situation. So far as is permitted by law, Macmillan does not accept liability in relationto the use of any information contained in this publication, or third-party information orwebsites included or referred to in it. Some photographs are of models.ThanksThis booklet has been written, revised and edited by Macmillan Cancer Support’s CancerInformation Development team. It has been approved by our medical editor, Dr TerryPriestman, Consultant Clinical Oncologist.With thanks to: Dr Tim Eisen, Professor of Medical Oncology; Danny Lynch, ClinicalOncology Nurse; Natalie Singer, Macmillan Advanced Haematology Clinical NurseSpecialist; and the people affected by cancer who have reviewed this edition.SourcesWe’ve listed a sample of the sources used in this publication below. If you’d likefurther information about the sources we use, please contact us atbookletfeedback@macmillan.org.ukNational Cancer Action Team. Chemotherapy services in England: ensuring quality andSafety. London. 2009.National Institute of Clinical Excellence (NICE). Neutropenic sepsis full guidelines. 2012.NHS Education for Scotland. Workforce education and training framework for the safe useof cytotoxic medicines. 2007.NHS National Chemotherapy Advisory Group. Chemotherapy services in England: ensuringquality and safety. 2009.Perry, M. The Chemotherapy Source Book. 4 th edition. Philadelphia. Lippincott Williamsand Wilkins. 2008.UKONS Oncology Nursing Society. Oncology/Haematology 24-Hour Triage RapidAssessment and Access Toolkit. October 2010.106