Risk factors
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.
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