Reversal of radiation-induced neutropenia by granulocyte colony-stimulating factor.

Journal Article (Journal Article)

Myelosuppression is a common sequelae of radiotherapy, occasionally delaying the completion of treatment. In this report, we describe successful reversal of radiation-induced neutropenia in a child receiving craniospinal irradiation by granulocyte colony-stimulating factor (G-CSF). We suggest that G-CSF be considered as supportive care in patients in whom neutropenia develops during radiotherapy.

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Duke Authors

Cited Authors

  • Marks, LB; Friedman, HS; Kurtzberg, J; Oakes, WJ; Hockenberger, BM

Published Date

  • 1992

Published In

Volume / Issue

  • 20 / 3

Start / End Page

  • 240 - 242

PubMed ID

  • 1374149

International Standard Serial Number (ISSN)

  • 0098-1532

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

  • 10.1002/mpo.2950200312

Language

  • eng

Conference Location

  • United States