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Intraabdominal infusion of paclitaxel in treating malignant ascites of gastric cancer:report of 6 cases / 中国癌症杂志
China Oncology ; (12)2001.
Article in Chinese | WPRIM | ID: wpr-548411
ABSTRACT
Background and

purpose:

Paclitaxel is believed to be efficient in treating malignant ascites in gastric cancer. However, researches are still needed to get more evidence. The aim of this study was to discuss the efficacy and safety of the treatment of malignant ascites in gastric cancer with paclitaxel.

Methods:

Six cases of late phase gastric cancer patients were enrolled into the study, paclitaxel 60 mg/m2 and 1 500-2 000 mL natural solution were administered via intraperitoneal injection, qw, for a of total 2-4 weeks. Efficacy and toxicity were determined according to WHO criteria.

Results:

Five (5/6) had complete response, and one (1/6) with partial response. The malignant ascites recession time was 0.5-10 months, overall survival time 2-10 months, 4 cases suffered grade Ⅰ-Ⅲ abdominal pain, 4 cases grade Ⅰ leucopenia, 3 cases grade Ⅰ hair loss, 1 case gradeⅠ liver injury (with past history of hepatitis).

Conclusion:

Paclitaxel is effective and relatively safe to treat malignant ascites of gastric cancer.

Full text: Available Index: WPRIM (Western Pacific) Language: Chinese Journal: China Oncology Year: 2001 Type: Article

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Full text: Available Index: WPRIM (Western Pacific) Language: Chinese Journal: China Oncology Year: 2001 Type: Article