Ocular Toxicity of Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitors.

CONCLUSIONS: Given the prevalence of new tyrosine kinase inhibitor therapies and the complexity of possible pathogenesis of ocular pathology, oncology nurses can appreciate the occurrence of ocular toxicities and the role of nursing in the management of these problems.
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IMPLICATIONS FOR NURSING: Knowledge of the risk factors and etiology of ocular toxicity of targeted cancer therapies can guide nursing assessment, enhance patient education, and improve care management. Including a review of eye symptoms and vision issues in nursing assessment can enhance early detection and treatment of ocular toxicity.
PMID: 26906134 [PubMed - in process]

Source: Oncology Nursing Forum - February 27, 2016 Category: Nursing Authors: Davis ME Tags: Oncol Nurs Forum Source Type: research