Cytotoxic drugs

Fred Nind; Pam Mosedale; Contributors

doi:10.22233/9781905319862.5

Cytotoxic drugs

British Small Animal Veterinary Association , 18 (2022); https://doi.org/10.22233/9781905319862.5

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Authors: Fred Nind, Pam Mosedale and Contributors
From: BSAVA Guide to the Use of Veterinary Medicines
Item: 5, pp 18 - 20
DOI: 10.22233/9781905319862.5
Copyright: © 2020 British Small Animal Veterinary Association
Publication Date: May 2022

Abstract

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The use of cytotoxic drugs has become more common in veterinary medicine, and the standards of practice in the handling of drugs are evolving. This section covers the requirements for competence, risk assessment and control measures. Self-assessment questions are included. Last updated May 2020.

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