Subcutaneous clodronate: a study evaluating efficacy in hypercalcemia of malignancy and local toxicity

Ann Oncol. 1997 Sep;8(9):915-6. doi: 10.1023/a:1008274608267.

Abstract

The logistics of administering intravenous bisphosphonates may be problematic in the care of advanced cancer patients, especially in the home setting. Hypodermoclysis is a convenient method of administering fluid via subcutaneous infusion, presently used in the domiciliary setting. Results of the administration of clodronate via this route are reported.

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Aged, 80 and over
  • Clodronic Acid / administration & dosage*
  • Clodronic Acid / adverse effects
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Hypercalcemia / drug therapy*
  • Injections, Subcutaneous
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Neoplasms / complications*

Substances

  • Clodronic Acid