Journal article
Exploring the Attitudes of Pediatric Oncologists Toward the Use of Laxatives for the Prevention of Constipation in Patients Undergoing Active Treatment: A Canadian Perspective
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Constipation is a common problem in pediatric oncology patients and may lead to significant consequences. There is a paucity of the published literature on the prevention of constipation in this population. The primary purpose of this study was to explore the current practice of pediatric oncologists in preventing constipation in children receiving active chemotherapy treatment, specifically during periods of intensive vincristine …
Authors
Essa M; Santo AE; Fleming A; Mitchell D; Abish S
Journal
Pediatric Hematology and Oncology, Vol. 31, No. 5, pp. 448–457
Publisher
Taylor & Francis
Publication Date
August 2014
DOI
10.3109/08880018.2013.837129
ISSN
0888-0018