Publications by authors named "K Bohlke"
Purpose: To standardize and improve the safety and efficacy of opioid conversion in people with cancer.
Methods: The Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer (MASCC), American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine (AAHPM), Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association (HPNA), and Network Italiano Cure di Supporto in Oncologia (NICSO) convened an Expert Panel to develop recommendations based on a systematic review of the literature and a formal consensus process. The systematic review focused on randomized and non-randomized studies published from database inception to June 2022.
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- The purpose of the document is to provide guidance on vaccinating adults with solid tumors or blood cancers, focusing on their specific needs regarding immunization.
- A systematic review was conducted, analyzing studies and trials between 2013 and 2023, resulting in 102 publications, mainly centered on the efficacy of COVID-19 vaccines.
- Key recommendations emphasize the importance of maintaining vaccination status, coordinating among healthcare providers, providing vaccines promptly, and adjusting vaccination plans based on patients' immune status and cancer treatments.
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- The JCO-ASCO guideline focuses on the use of cannabis for cancer treatment, outlining its potential benefits and limitations.
- A companion Q&A from JCOOP-ASCO answers important clinical questions regarding cannabis usage in cancer care.
- The guidelines aim to inform healthcare professionals about best practices and evidence-based approaches for incorporating cannabis into cancer management.
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- The purpose of the text is to provide guidance for various stakeholders in oncology regarding the medical use of cannabis and cannabinoids, including different forms and combinations.
- A systematic literature review was conducted on the efficacy and safety of cannabis for adults with cancer, involving multiple studies, but most outcomes showed low evidence certainty.
- The recommendations emphasize that while cannabis may help with specific symptoms like nausea from chemotherapy, its use as a cancer treatment should be in clinical trials, highlighting a need for further research.