Antineoplastic agent, drugs adversely

Typically, adverse events associated with the compounds discussed in this chapter occur as adverse reactions to drug therapy. However, adverse events can also occur after occupational exposure. This can be less obvious, as detailed occupational history taking is the exception rather than the rule in medical consultations. For certain agents—for example, antineoplastic drugs and volatile anesthetics—occupational exposure of health-care professionals is well recognized [1, 2 ]. Reports of occupational exposure to drugs covered in this chapter, and published in recent years, inspired a systematic literature review. 

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