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  • Title: Overview of radiation- and chemoradiation-induced diarrhea.
    Author: Gwede CK.
    Journal: Semin Oncol Nurs; 2003 Nov; 19(4 Suppl 3):6-10. PubMed ID: 14702927.
    Abstract:
    OBJECTIVES: To describe the pathophysiology, incidence, and impact of radiation-induced diarrhea (RID), and to highlight the radiation oncology nurse's role. DATA SOURCES: Primary and tertiary literature, and clinical experience. CONCLUSION: RID is a frequent complication of pelvic radiation, both when given alone and with chemotherapy. RID can significantly affect patient quality of life. Since diarrhea may be a difficult topic for patients to discuss, special care needs to be taken to avoid underdiagnosis of this problem. IMPLICATIONS FOR NURSING PRACTICE: The oncology nurse is uniquely situated to monitor patients for the development of RID, assess its severity and provide guidance to the health care team on the patient's status.
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