Clinical pattern and drug-related problems among colorectal cancer patients at oncology center in Ethiopia: A hospital-based study

ABSTRACT:

Objective:

Despite the fact that cancer patients are highly susceptible to drug-related problems due to the effects of cytotoxic agents, data are limited due to a lack of studies on those patients. Hence, we aimed to investigate drug-related problems among patients diagnosed with colorectal cancer.

Method:

A registry-based cross-sectional study was conducted on colorectal cancer patients at the Felege Hiwot Comprehensive Specialized Hospital. Socio-demographic and disease-related characteristics, treatment regimens, and drug-related problems were recorded by reviewing medical records. Standard guidelines, protocols, and databases were used to evaluate the occurrence of drug-related problems and the severity of adverse drug reactions. For the analysis, Stata version 16/MP

SUBMITTER: Kefale B 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9580089 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature