Antineoplastic Agents: Occupational Hazards in Hospitals

摘要

Antineoplastic agents are widely used in cancer therapy because they can inhibit growth by disrupting cell division and killing actively growing cells. These agents can also cause health effects among health care workers who work with them. The purpose of this brochure is to make you aware of the adverse health effects of antineoplastic agents, describe how you can be exposed to these agents, and provide and identify control methods and work practices to prevent or reduce your exposure to antineoplastic agents.