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New Biomarker Detects Chemotherapy-Related Neurotoxicity

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MONTREAL — Levels of neurofilament light chain (Nfl) may be a biomarker of chemotherapy-induced peripheral neurotoxicity (PIPN), new research suggests. Investigators found Nfl levels increased in cancer patients following a first infusion of the medication paclitaxel and corresponded to neuropathy severity 6 to 12 months post-treatment, suggesting the blood protein may provide an early PIPN […]

Author : News Health

Publish date : 2024-06-25 03:05:49

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