by CytoPrevent | Dec 11, 2021 | Guidelines & Regulations
Abstract: What is a CSTD? A CSTD or closed system drug transfer device mechanically prohibits the transfer of environmental contaminants into the system and the escape of hazardous drugs (HD’s) or vapor concentrations outside the system. Does USP 800 require the use...
by CytoPrevent | Mar 1, 2021 | Guidelines & Regulations
What were we asked to look at? NHS Forth Valley asked us to review the evidence on the effectiveness of closed-system transfer-devices (CSTDs) in reducing the risk of exposure to hazardous anti-cancer drug treatments in healthcare professionals (all relevant staff...
by CytoPrevent | Feb 15, 2021 | Guidelines & Regulations
Xavier Guardino Solá, Gracia Rosell Farrás, Míriam Galisteo Manzanares Abstract: Los citostáticos son sustancias citotóxicas diseñadas y utilizadas para causar disfunción celular, inhibiendo el crecimiento de las células cancerosas mediante la alteración del...
by CytoPrevent | Feb 15, 2021 | Guidelines & Regulations
The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) requests assistance in preventing occupational exposures to antineoplastic drugs (drugs used to treat cancer) and other hazardous drugs in health care settings. Healthcare workers who work with or near...
by CytoPrevent | Feb 10, 2021 | Guidelines & Regulations
Introducción: Desde el principio, se planteó como objetivo principal del grupo de trabajo la elaboración de una guía en la que se pudiese justificar la necesidad de revisión de la Orden 22 de abril de 1992 de la Comunidad de Madrid, normativa vigente en la actualidad,...
by CytoPrevent | Feb 2, 2021 | Guidelines & Regulations
Purpose This guide provides practical advice to PCBUs and workers on how to prevent or minimise the risks to health associated with handling cytotoxic drugs and related waste within health care establishments, community settings and veterinary practices. It will...