risk factors
Last reviewed 01/2018
The following groups are susceptible to chemotherapy-induced emesis:
- young more than old
- females more than males
- moderate alcohol drinkers more than heavy drinkers
- patient's with pre-existing nausea
- patient's with nause and vomiting after previous chemotherapy
Reference:
- Drug and Therapeutics Bulletin 2005; 43(8):57-61.