Guideline for the Treatment of Breakthrough and the Prevention of Refractory Chemotherapy-Induced Nausea and Vomiting in Children With Cancer

Pediatr Blood Cancer. 2016 Jul;63(7):1144-51. doi: 10.1002/pbc.25955. Epub 2016 Mar 9.

Abstract

This clinical practice guideline provides an approach to the treatment of breakthrough chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting (CINV) and the prevention of refractory CINV in children. It was developed by an international, interprofessional panel and is based on systematic literature reviews. Evidence-based interventions for the treatment of breakthrough and prophylaxis of refractory CINV are recommended. Gaps in the evidence used to support the recommendations made in this clinical practice guideline were identified. The contribution of these recommendations to breakthrough and refractory CINV control in children requires prospective evaluation.

Keywords: chemotherapy-induced nausea; chemotherapy-induced vomiting; clinical practice guideline; supportive care.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Child
  • Child, Preschool
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Infant
  • Male
  • Nausea / etiology
  • Nausea / prevention & control*
  • Neoplasms / therapy*
  • Practice Guidelines as Topic
  • Vomiting / etiology
  • Vomiting / prevention & control*