Abstract:BackgroundThe cytostatic unit is a critical area in a hospital, therefore drug-related mistakes should be analysed in order to increase safety and effectiveness in patients treated with chemotherapy.PurposeTo evaluate drug-related mistakes during transcription, preparation or administration of cytostatics.Material and methodsProspective study, two months duration, in which every member of staff involved in the validation (pharmacists), preparation for compounding, compounding and administration of cytostatics … Show more
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