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[Differential diagnosis and treatment of nausea and vomiting associated with cancer or its treatment].

Related Articles [Differential diagnosis and treatment of nausea and vomiting associated with cancer or its treatment]. Magy Onkol. 2017 Sep 20;61(3):247-257 Authors: Simkó C Abstract Nausea and vomiting are frequent and fearful issues both of cancer itself and its treatment, resulting in reduced quality of life, hospitalization and unnecessary medical investigations. Unconventionally, the author discusses the treatment-related and non-treatment-related complaints together, so as to give an integrated approach to this problem. Different types of nausea/vomiting and important causes are explained by discussion of the pathophysiology and clinical symptoms. Different classes of antiemetics are detailed, emphasizing the evolving role of olanzapine…
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Furosemide.

Related Articles Furosemide. J Pain Symptom Manage. 2016 Jul;52(1):144-50 Authors: Carone L, Oxberry SG, Twycross R, Charlesworth S, Mihalyo M, Wilcock A Abstract Therapeutic Reviews aim to provide essential independent information for health professionals about drugs used in palliative and hospice care. Additional content is available on www.palliativedrugs.com. Country-specific books (Hospice and Palliative Care Formulary USA, and Palliative Care Formulary, British and Canadian editions) are also available and can be ordered from www.palliativedrugs.com. The series editors welcome feedback on the articles (hq@palliativedrugs.com). PMID: 27238657 [PubMed – indexed for MEDLINE]
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Super-Utilization of Health Care Resources Among Gynecologic Oncology Patients.

Related Articles Super-Utilization of Health Care Resources Among Gynecologic Oncology Patients. Am J Med Qual. 2018 Sep/Oct;33(5):509-513 Authors: Hay CM, Kelley JL, Edwards RP, Pombier KM, Comerci JT Abstract Super-utilizers account for many emergency department visits (EDV) and hospitalizations. Among Medicare/Medicaid patients, 5% to 10% account for >50% of spending. Little is known about super-utilization in gynecologic oncology. Charts of 64 gynecologic oncology patients with ≥3 EDV and/or admissions over 12 months were reviewed retrospectively. Cancer type distribution was 47% ovarian, 23% cervical, 23% endometrial, and 6% vulvar. Treatment at index visit was 61% chemotherapy, 16% no treatment, 8% recent…
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Factors associated with depression and anxiety symptoms in family caregivers of patients with incurable cancer.

Related Articles Factors associated with depression and anxiety symptoms in family caregivers of patients with incurable cancer. Ann Oncol. 2016 Aug;27(8):1607-12 Authors: Nipp RD, El-Jawahri A, Fishbein JN, Gallagher ER, Stagl JM, Park ER, Jackson VA, Pirl WF, Greer JA, Temel JS Abstract BACKGROUND: Family caregivers (FCs) are critically important for patients with cancer, yet they may experience psychological distress related to caregiving demands. We sought to describe rates of depression and anxiety in FCs of patients with incurable cancer and identify factors associated with these symptoms to determine those at greatest risk for psychological distress. PATIENTS AND METHODS: We…
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A systematic review of the effects of strength training in patients with fibromyalgia: clinical outcomes and design considerations.

Related Articles A systematic review of the effects of strength training in patients with fibromyalgia: clinical outcomes and design considerations. Adv Rheumatol. 2018 Oct 22;58(1):36 Authors: Andrade A, de Azevedo Klumb Steffens R, Sieczkowska SM, Peyré Tartaruga LA, Torres Vilarino G Abstract BACKGROUND: Fibromyalgia (FM) is characterized by chronic and generalized musculoskeletal pain. There is currently no cure for FM, but palliative treatments are available. One type of treatment is strength training (ST). However, there is a need for more information on optimal training protocols, intensity, and volume needed to improve symptoms. The aim of this study was to analyze…
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