Would you feel comfortable giving a HER2+ breast cancer patient her next cycle of TCHP (Taxotere + carboplatin + Herceptin + Perjeta) on day 17 of the previous cycle?
Some patients request chemotherapy scheduling adjustments to avoid feeling ill on major holidays. Delaying chemotherapy by a few days isn't of particular concern, but truncating the cycle length could cause intolerable toxicities.
Answer from: Medical Oncologist at Community Practice
No. I usually delay chemo but never give chemo a week prior to the scheduled time. I can try a day prior. I'm worried about unnecessary toxicity in such a setting. Remember, adjuvant or neoadjuvant therapy is given to optimize the cure. You don't want to create lasting toxicity or place a patient at...
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