Chemotherapy-induced Peripheral Neuropathy: CIPN

Authors

  • Cholada Ratanatharathorn Cytotoxic Drugs IV Admixture, Sterile Production Unit, Department of Pharmacy, Siriraj Hospital

Keywords:

chemotherapy, peripheral neuropathy, adverse effect

Abstract

Peripheral Neuropathy is a common complication of certain chemotherapeutic agents. The prevalences of chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN) accounted for 68.1%, 60.0%, and 30%, in months 1, 3, and 6 after treatment course, consecutively. Common reported symptoms of CIPN involve the sensory system and are likely to occur symmetrically, typically spreading in a glove-stocking pattern. This can result in diminished deep-tendon reflexes. In contrast, motor-system symptoms are rare. The most common anti-cancer agents often associated with peripheral neuropathy are platinum analogs, taxanes, vinca alkaloids, immunomodulatory drugs (IMiDs) and proteasome inhibitors. The pathophysiological mechanisms of each agent are distinct but poorly understood. Due to current advances in cancer care, a huge increase in the number of cancer survivors is expected. There is a need for caution about the potential long-term adverse effects of cancer therapy, such as CIPN, which can have significant impacts on patients' quality of life

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2019-03-29

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