Supportive Care

It is important for oncology surgeon trainees to learn to recognize when a palliative surgical procedure for an advanced malignancy might be appropriate, be familiar with the conduct of these operations, and understand the nuances of postoperative care and management of complications in this unique patient population.

The FDA has expanded the approval of aprepitant injectable emulsion to include a 2-minute intravenous use for the prevention of acute and delayed chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting.

There have been efforts in recent years to improve patient adherence to oncology medications; now, oncologists may soon have 1 more tool in the form of digital pills.