Objective. To compare two different systems for the reconstitution and preparation of
cytotoxic drug-containing infusion bags. The Classical System (open) uses Luer lock …

Despite the classification as known or suspected human carcinogens, by the International
Agency for Research on Cancer, the antineoplastic drugs are extensively used in cancer …

Objective: Provide updated evidence and learn about the actions that must be implemented
in order to prevent the occupational exposure to cytostatic drugs. Method: A bibliographic …

Background Even though anticancer drugs are prepared in dedicated pharmaceutical units,
nurses remain exposed to cytotoxic agents during administration to patients. Objective The …

PURPOSE Chemotherapies are considered high-risk drugs for patient and staff safety.
Considering the rising burden of cancer and the increasing use of chemotherapy drugs in …

Introduction Due to the high toxicity of antineoplastic drugs, handling their packaging could
lead to the chemical contamination of hospital environments and exposure risks to …

Introduction Exposure of healthcare workers to hazardous drugs can lead to adverse health
effects supporting the importance of a continuous monitoring program, for example, by …

Introduction Antineoplastic drugs (AD) are potentially carcinogenic and/or reprotoxic
molecules. Healthcare professionals are increasingly exposed to these drugs and can be …