[Evaluation of outpatient clinical pathway, including the supportive therapy of S-1+cisplatin combination therapy for gastric cancer]

Abstract

S-1+cisplatin (CDDP) combination therapy is a standard regimen for advanced gastric cancer and is usually administered within the hospital environment. Recently, ambulatory chemotherapy has been applied to treat various cancers. For the realization of outpatient treatment, it is necessary to strengthen supportive therapy. We developed a comprehensive and supportive care clinical pathway. The use of this pathway in combination with the expertise of pharmacists has resulted in enhanced supportive therapy, reduced side effects, and increased treatment intensity.