Although primary amyloidosis is rare, oncology nurses have a broad range of responsibilities in managing patients who develop this disorder, researchers said.
Tracy Virgilio, RN, BSN, CCRC, is the Director of Clinical Research & Patient Advocacy Programs at Associates in Hematology-Oncology, PC, in Upland, Pennsylvania, which is southwest of Philadelphia. Tracy’s practice administers chemotherapy and related medications to oncology patients. Two years ago, Tracy and her colleagues decided to make the move to OncoMed—The Oncology Pharmacy. We asked Tracy how the transition has been for her practice.
Lymphedema, an excess of fluid and protein caused by impaired lymph flow from the tissue, is a common and debilitating complication of cancer surgery and radiation treatment.1 Depending on which area and lymph nodes are affected, the areas of edema or swelling can be the arms, legs, head and neck, trunk, abdomen, or groin. Lymphedema is not a life-threatening condition but is one that has no cure. Read More ›
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