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The protocols listed in this section are those approved for use in hospitals across
the Yorkshire Cancer Network (YCN) by the YCN Chemotherapy Group. The Oncology Chemotherapy protocols listed are those approved for use in hospitals across the YCN to treat solid tumours. Examples of solid tumours are breast cancer, bowel cancer and lung cancer. These protocols may be used on their own or combined with surgery or radiotherapy depending on your cancer. Chemotherapy treatment regimens are based on the results of national and international research into the best methods for treating each particular cancer. A protocol is simply a set of instructions or rules about how a particular treatment regimen (in this case, drugs) should be given to patients. The protocols are grouped together according to the condition that they are used to treat. The actual protocol used for a specific patient will depend on many individual factors. The prescribing doctor will consider all these factors in their discussions with the patient and their carers before deciding what the best treatment should be. This list of protocols is not intended to be complete. There may be other protocols which are only available in special circumstances or as part of Clinical Trials. If there are any alternative protocols available, your doctor will discuss these with you. The list of protocols is continually under review to ensure that the most up to date treatments, such as those recommended by NICE, are available to patients within the YCN. If you have any specific questions regarding how the protocols might apply to your condition please speak to your Consultant, Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) or GP. If you want to know more about the individual drugs you may be receiving, contact Cancerbackup who produce an excellent range of information about chemotherapy. Alternatively, for any general enquiries contact David Thomson, Lead Pharmacist, on 01423 555779. | ||
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| Lung | Pancreas | Skin |
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