Capecitabine Induced Hand-Foot Syndrome—A Case Report

Hand and foot syndrome (HFS) is a dose-limiting dermatological toxic reaction of some chemotherapy agents like Capecitabine. Though not being life-threatening, the patient’s quality of life is compromised secondary to this syndrome. Early detection, dose reduction, and interruption of the causative...

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Main Authors: D. A. Ndoli, A. Manirakiza, F. Rubagumya
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Rwanda Biomedical Centre (RBC)/Rwanda Health Communication Center 2020-09-01
Series:Rwanda Medical Journal
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Online Access:https://www.rwandamedicaljournal.org/uploads/1/2/2/1/122149944/cr.19.16.pdf