Antineoplastic agents. Action and toxicities

Abstract

Although current data have not fully established the hazards or potential carcinogenic risk to health care personnel who handle antineoplastic agents, it is prudent to recognize that subclinical changes in body chemistry do exist. Long-term health consequences have yet to be determined. Recommendations for safe handling of antineoplastic agents must be observed and practiced by exposed employees in order to minimize untoward health risks.