| Abstract | The logistics of administering intravenous bisphosphonates may be problematic in the care of advanced cancer patients, especially in the home setting. Hypodermoclysis is a convenient method of administering fluid via subcutaneous infusion, presently used in the domiciliary setting. Results of the administration of clodronate via this route are reported. |
| Authors | P Walker, S Watanabe, P Lawlor, J Hanson, J Pereira, E Bruera
(Affiliation: Palliative Care Program, Grey Nuns Community Hospital & Health Centre, Cross Cancer Institute, Edmonton, Canada.)
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| Journal | Annals of oncology : official journal of the European Society for Medical Oncology / ESMO
(Ann Oncol)
Vol. 8
Issue 9
Pg. 915-6
(Sep 1997)
ISSN: 0923-7534 NETHERLANDS |
| PMID | 9358945
(Publication Type: Journal Article)
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| Chemical References |
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| Topics |
- Aged
- Aged, 80 and over
- Clodronic Acid
(administration & dosage, adverse effects)
- Female
- Humans
- Hypercalcemia
(drug therapy)
- Injections, Subcutaneous
- Male
- Middle Aged
- Neoplasms
(complications)
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