Recommendations for influenza and pneumococcal vaccinations in people receiving chemotherapy

被引:21
作者
Melcher, L [1 ]
机构
[1] Mt Vernon Canc Ctr, Northwood HA6 2RN, Middx, England
关键词
efficacy; influenza vaccination; pneumococcal vaccination; safety;
D O I
10.1016/j.clon.2004.07.010
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R73 [肿瘤学];
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100214 ;
摘要
There is some uncertainty among oncologists about the safety and efficacy of immunising people undergoing chemotherapy against influenza and Streptococcus pneumoniae. This paper aims to summarise current information about this subject and provide recommendations for immunising this patient group. (C) 2005 The Royal College of Radiologists. Published by Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.
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