- Management of hepatotoxicity of chemotherapy and targeted agents
Typically, chemotherapy induced hepatotoxic can be properly managed via close monitoring for elevations in LFTs that are suggestive of liver injury and dose reductions, with discontinuation of the offending agent if LFT recovery to normal levels is refractory to dose reduction [9 - 11]
- Chemotherapy and Liver Toxicity | UMass Memorial Health
Some medicines, like acetaminophen, can harm your liver Despite the risks, chemo can save lives Your healthcare team should watch your liver health closely during chemotherapy You can help protect your liver too Through a healthy lifestyle, you can decrease your risk of liver toxicity
- High Liver Enzymes - Chemocare
During the procedure, after you have not eaten after midnight that day, your doctor will pass a thin tube down your throat, through your esophagus (the tube that connects your throat to your stomach) Down this long, narrow tube, your doctor will be able to visualize the liver, pancreas, gall bladder and your sphincter of Oddi
- How to Protect Liver During Chemotherapy - Biology Insights
Based on LFT results, oncologists may adjust the chemotherapy dose or temporarily pause treatment to allow the liver to recover This individualized approach helps manage potential hepatotoxicity and minimize damage
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